IT Consultant

About This Role

This role is for an IT Consultant or Senior Consultant within the Core Banking Systems practice, supporting financial institutions with complex digital transformation initiatives. The consultant will bridge the gap between business and technology, designing innovative solutions and implementing core banking systems. The role is open nationwide across Germany, with flexible working models and project-based setups.

Responsibilities

• Support or lead projects in areas such as core banking implementations, system migrations, upgrades, integration of new platforms, and custom software delivery
• Analyze complex business requirements to identify pain points and design tailor-made functional and technical concepts
• Take responsibility for the parameterization, customization, and development of functionalities in core banking platforms such as Avaloq or Temenos
• Resolve complex issues in testing as well as in productive client systems to ensure smooth operations
• Collaborate closely with colleagues, clients, and partners, contributing to workshops, client presentations, and project deliverables
• Work in international settings with colleagues and clients across geographies and cultures
• Contribute to knowledge building, methodology development, and internal initiatives within the Synpulse Core Banking practice
• Depending on your level, you will either support workstreams (Consultant) or take responsibility for managing them (Senior Consultant), including coordination of team members and direct interaction with client stakeholders

Requirements

• Master's or PhD degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Physics, Mathematics, or related fields – or will complete it in the near future, with an excellent GPA
• Experience with development frameworks, integration platforms, and/or core systems
• For the Avaloq path, an Avaloq Certified Customizer (ACCP) certification is required (or was previously held)
• Good programming skills are an advantage (e.g., Java / Kotlin, SQL, Unix Shell Scripting, Python)
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Professional experience in business analysis or project management methodologies is a plus
• Strong communication skills in German and English
• Excellent organizational skills; detail-oriented and proactive
• Willingness to travel regularly
• For Consultant: First consulting or financial services industry experience through internships or entry-level roles, combined with curiosity, a detail-oriented mindset, and strong initiative
• For Senior Consultant: At least 3 years of relevant experience in IT consulting or within the banking/wealth management sector, with a proven ability to manage workstreams independently and mentor junior colleagues