Lead technical design and delivery of a real-time syndicated loan application platform. Guide architecture, enforce coding standards, build full-stack test automation, optimize performance in cloud environments, mentor engineers, and collaborate with Product, UX, and stakeholders to deliver secure, scalable solutions.
About Us:
Versana is an industry-backed data and technology company on a mission to make the syndicated loan market better. By digitally capturing agent banks’ data on a real-time basis and centralizing it onto a single platform, Versana provides unprecedented transparency into loan level details and portfolio positions, bringing efficiency and velocity to the entire market. Through our platform, participants can rest assured they are accessing the loan market’s most credible source of deal information.
About You:
Versana is looking for a highly motivated Technical Lead to guide our Application Development team’s technical implementation of Versana’s real-time syndicated loan platform. The platform delivers a streamlined interface that provides clients with secure, real-time access to loan data, analytics, and positions.
As Technical Lead, you’ll work closely with seasoned engineers, product and project managers, and UX designers to drive the technical direction, ensure delivery excellence, and foster a culture of innovation and collaboration. You must have a strong technical foundation in full-stack engineering, a passion for scalable design, and a hands-on approach to mentorship and problem-solving.
You will play a pivotal role in shaping one of Versana’s product verticals—leading the design and delivery of performant, secure, and intuitive applications that set a new standard for the syndicated loan market.
Key Responsibilities:
Technical Delivery
· In collaboration with Architects, oversee the technical direction
· Drive successful delivery of solutions, ensuring quality, performance, and scalability.
· Collaborate with Product and UX teams to translate client needs into high-impact, high-visibility solutions.
· Build test automation across the full stack of our software and enforce engineering best practices.
· Optimize application performance and reliability in a cloud environment.
Technical Leadership
· Serve as the technical authority and primary point of contact for the squad.
· Guide architectural discussions, code reviews, and implementation decisions.
· Ensure adherence to coding standards, architectural principles, and security best practices.
· Identify and introduce new tools and frameworks to improve team efficiency and product quality.
· Establish and evolve the technical foundation and culture for the Application Development squad.
Collaboration & Communication
· Partner with Product Managers and Technical Project Managers to define scope, timelines, and priorities.
· Communicate project status, risks, and dependencies to stakeholders clearly and proactively.
· Collaborate with other leads to ensure alignment across squads and technical domains.
Mentorship & Team Development
· Provide day-to-day technical mentorship, unblock challenges, and foster a culture of continuous learning.
· Help onboard and support new engineers, ensuring consistent growth and high engagement.
· Collaborate with People Managers to identify development opportunities and provide performance feedback.
· Discover ways to increase team productivity and efficiency through improved processes and tooling.
Must Have:
· BS or BA in Computer Science or related field.
· 10+ years of full-stack development experience (Java/Spring Boot backend and React/Angular with TypeScript/JavaScript frontend).
· Strong understanding of application architecture, design patterns, and performance optimization.
· Proven experience leading technical projects or teams in an agile environment.
· Proficiency with REST APIs, GraphQL, and database technologies (SQL and NoSQL).
· Hands-on experience with Git, Maven/Gradle, and CI/CD pipelines.
· Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
· Curiosity and willingness to learn, teach, and grow within a collaborative team environment.
Nice to Have:
· Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud computing platforms.
· Experience with end-to-end testing frameworks (Playwright, Selenium, Cucumber, etc.).
· Exposure to advanced UI frameworks, charting libraries, or design systems (AG Grid, D3, etc.).
· Familiarity with accessibility and responsive design principles.
· Experience in financial services, particularly syndicated loans or leveraged finance.
· Track record of building scalable enterprise applications within a regulated domain.
Additional Information
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals in this role. It is not intended to create a contract of employment for any specific duration of time or on any set or fixed terms. Employment with Versana is at‑will, meaning that either the employee or the Company may terminate employment at any time, with or without cause or notice, in accordance with applicable law. This role is designed and expected to be classified as exempt under applicable law.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Among other things, Versana will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and sincerely held religious beliefs, in accordance with applicable law.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Versana New York, New York, USA Office
530 Seventh Avenue, Suite 405, New York, New York, United States, 10018
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