Job Description
Driving lasting impact and building long-term capabilities with our clients is not easy work. You are the kind of person who thrives in a high performance/high reward culture - doing hard things, picking yourself up when you stumble, and having the resilience to try another way forward.
In return for your drive, determination, and curiosity, well provide the resources, mentorship, and opportunities you need to become a stronger leader faster than you ever thought possible. Your colleagues—at all levels—will invest deeply in your development, just as much as they invest in delivering exceptional results for clients. Every day, youll receive apprenticeship, coaching, and exposure that will accelerate your growth in ways you wont find anywhere else.
When you join us, you will have:
- Continuous learning: Our learning and apprenticeship culture, backed by structured programs, is all about helping you grow while creating an environment where feedback is clear, actionable, and focused on your development. The real magic happens when you take the input from others to heart and embrace the fast-paced learning experience, owning your journey.
- A voice that matters: From day one, we value your ideas and contributions. Youll make a tangible impact by offering innovative ideas and practical solutions. We not only encourage diverse perspectives, but they are critical in driving us toward the best possible outcomes.
- Global community: With colleagues across 65+ countries and over 100 different nationalities, our firms diversity fuels creativity and helps us come up with the best solutions for our clients. Plus, youll have the opportunity to learn from exceptional colleagues with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
- World-class benefits: On top of a competitive salary (based on your location, experience, and skills), we provide a comprehensive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, mental health, and vision coverage for you, your spouse/partner, and children.
You will be a core member of Periscopes technology team with responsibilities that range from developing and implementing our core enterprise products to ensuring that McKinseys craft stays on the leading edge of technology.
You will be involved in leading software development projects in a hands-on manner. You will spend about 80% of your time writing and reviewing code and creating software designs. Your expertise will expand into database design, core middle tier modules, performance tuning, containerized applications, cloud technologies, DevOps and continuous delivery domains over time.
You will be an active learner, tinkering with new open-source libraries, using unfamiliar technologies without supervision and learning frameworks and approaches. You will have a strong understanding of key agile engineering practices to guide teams on improvement opportunities in their engineering practices. You will provide ongoing coaching and mentoring to the developers to improve our organizational capability.
You will be based in our Bangalore or Gurgaon office as part of our Marketing & Sales solutions team. Youll be primarily aligned with Periscopes technology team.
Founded in 2007, Periscoperegistered By McKinsey enables better commercial decisions by uncovering actionable insights. The Periscope platform combines world leading intellectual property, prescriptive analytics, and cloud-based tools to provide more than 25 solutions focused on insights and marketing, with expert support and training. It is a unique combination that drives revenue growth both now and in the future. Customer experience, performance, pricing, category, and sales optimization are powered by the Periscope platform. Periscope has a presence in 26 locations across 16 countries with a team of 600+ business and IT professionals and a network of 300+ experts. To learn more about how Periscopes solutions and experts are helping businesses continually drive better performance, visit http://www.periscope-solutions.com.
Your Qualifications and Skills
- Bachelors degree in computer science or a related field
- 9+ years experience in software development, particularly in designing and implementing complex enterprise systems that handle large scale data processing, microservice architecture, RSET APIs etc
- Experience in frontend and backend development with a good understanding of Node and React JS and its core principles
- Demonstrable experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL), NoSQL databases (e.g., Mongo, Cosmos and Elastic search), and in-memory databases (e.g., Redis)
- Proficient in cloud infrastructure, with a strong preference for experience in Azure/GCP/AWS environments
- Skilled in the use of container technologies including Terraform, Docker and Kubernetes
- Proficient in modern engineering practices including code refactoring, application of design patterns, design-driven development, continuous integration, scalability of applications, and application security
- Familiar with the Agile software development methodology and proficient with performance optimization and application profiler tools
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proven track record of developing innovative and efficient solutions
- Capable of working effectively under pressure and managing client expectations
- Experience in Big Data platforms such as Databricks or Snowflake is a big plus
Skills
OptimizationMarketingIf a job posting appears fraudulent, asks for payment, contains misleading information, or violates our guidelines, please report it immediately. Our team will review it promptly, Jobaaj does not charge any fee from the applicants.
About Company
McKinsey & Company India Careers 2025 – Overview
McKinsey & Company, founded in 1926 by James O. McKinsey, is a New York City‑based global management consulting firm that advises leading businesses, governments, and institutions across the private, public, and social sectors.
With offices in 65+ countries and a team of ~45,000 professionals worldwide, McKinsey delivers expertise in strategy, operations, technology, digital transformation, sustainability, and AI‑driven innovation.
In India, McKinsey operates from hubs in Gurugram, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Chennai, employing ~1,150–1,200 consultants and specialists. The firm is known for its rigorous problem‑solving approach, deep industry knowledge, and ability to deliver measurable impact for clients.
Business Model
McKinsey operates as a project‑based B2B professional services firm, generating revenue through high‑value strategic and operational consulting engagements.
Its model blends:
- Top‑tier problem‑solving frameworks with deep industry expertise
- Global knowledge networks with local market insights
- Long‑term client relationships built on trust and measurable results
Strategic priorities for McKinsey India include:
- Expanding digital, analytics, and AI capabilities
- Growing sustainability and climate transition advisory
- Strengthening implementation and transformation services alongside strategy
- Investing in talent development and diversity initiatives
Recent Wins & Recognition
- Advised a leading Indian conglomerate on a multi‑billion‑dollar renewable energy transition strategy (https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/electric-power-and-natural-gas/our-insights).
- Partnered with a major Indian bank to implement AI‑driven credit risk modelling (https://www.mckinsey.com/capabilities/risk-and-resilience/our-insights).
- Published the India’s Turning Point 2025 report outlining pathways to $10 trillion GDP by 2035 (https://www.mckinsey.com/featured-insights/asia-pacific/indias-turning-point).
- Recognised among Top 10 Most Prestigious Consulting Firms Globally in Vault’s 2025 rankings (https://firsthand.co/best-companies-to-work-for/consulting).
Culture & Values
McKinsey’s culture is anchored in its Obligation to Dissent, Client First mindset, and commitment to professional development.
Core values include:
- Adhere to the highest professional standards
- Improve clients’ performance significantly
- Create an unrivaled environment for exceptional people
The firm promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion, offers global staffing opportunities, and invests heavily in continuous learning through McKinsey Academy and leadership programs.
Client‑Facing Practices
Strategy & Corporate Finance
What it is – Core strategic advisory for CEOs and boards. India work includes:
- Corporate Strategy – Growth, portfolio, and market entry strategies.
- M&A Advisory – Deal strategy, due diligence, and integration.
- Performance Transformation – Large‑scale cost and growth programs.
Operations
What it is – End‑to‑end operational excellence. India work includes:
- Manufacturing & Supply Chain – Lean operations, procurement, logistics.
- Product Development – Innovation and time‑to‑market acceleration.
- Capital Projects & Infrastructure – Planning and execution excellence.
Digital & Analytics (McKinsey Digital)
What it is – Technology‑driven transformation. India work includes:
- Digital Strategy – Roadmaps for digital transformation.
- Advanced Analytics – AI/ML solutions for business impact.
- Cybersecurity – Risk assessment and resilience building.
Sustainability & ESG
What it is – Helping clients transition to net‑zero and sustainable operations. India work includes:
- Climate Strategy – Decarbonisation pathways.
- Circular Economy – Waste reduction and resource efficiency.
- ESG Reporting & Compliance – Framework design and assurance support.
People & Organizational Performance
What it is – Talent, leadership, and culture transformation. India work includes:
- Leadership Development – Coaching and succession planning.
- Organisational Design – Structure and governance optimisation.
- Change Management – Driving adoption of transformation initiatives.
Important dates & deadlines?
Application Deadline
29 Nov 26, 06:01 PM IST
Similar Jobs
View All
Don't Miss out any Updates
Subscribe now for the latest job alerts
and never miss an update
Senior Software Engineer II - Periscope
Share with
