Capgemini Hiring Lead Software Engineer in Chennai

Job Overview Capgemini is looking for a Lead Software Engineer to join its Chennai team. This full-time opportunity is intended for experienced software professionals who can lead software development initiatives, mentor engineering teams, and deliver high-quality enterprise applications. The role covers the complete software development lifecycle, from solution design and development to optimization, maintenance, and technical leadership. You will collaborate with engineers, architects, project stakeholders, and business teams to deliver scalable and reliable software solutions. Key Responsibilities - Lead software design, development, maintenance, and optimization activities. - Apply software engineering principles to solve complex technical challenges. - Guide engineers throughout the software development lifecycle. - Review code and promote engineering best practices. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams and business stakeholders. - Support technical decision-making and software quality improvements. - Mentor team members and contribute to recruitment and talent development. - Deliver reliable software solutions aligned with business objectives. Required Skills Strong understanding of software engineering, software architecture, software development lifecycle, application design, debugging, problem solving, technical leadership, and stakeholder collaboration. Preferred Skills Leadership, mentoring, decision making, client relationship management, commercial awareness, communication, and continuous improvement mindset. Education Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related discipline. Experience Experienced software engineering professional capable of leading complex software initiatives. Specific years of experience are not mentioned. Required Technologies Software Development, Software Engineering, SDLC, Application Development, Software Design. Soft Skills Leadership, communication, collaboration, analytical thinking, mentoring, negotiation, planning, ownership, adaptability, and decision making. Benefits of Working in this Role Lead enterprise software projects, mentor engineering teams, work with experienced professionals, and build long-term technical leadership capabilities. Work Mode Onsite. Location Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. Who Should Apply Experienced software engineers with leadership capabilities and strong software development expertise. Career Growth Excellent opportunity to progress into engineering management, solution architecture, and senior technical leadership positions. Application Advice Highlight software development leadership, SDLC expertise, mentoring experience, technical decision-making, and enterprise project delivery. Apply now through SoftoJobs to explore this opportunity.