Principal Consultant, Management Consulting

Cúram by Merative empowers governments around the world to deliver smarter, faster, and more compassionate social services. For more than 25 years, Cúram has helped national, regional, and local governments modernize social programs, equip caseworkers with powerful tools, and connect individuals and families to the support they need. Trusted across 12 countries and jurisdictions, available in 14 languages, and supporting more than 970 government programs, the Cúram platform helps protect and serve 187 million people annually—from large-scale national modernization initiatives to mission-critical child welfare and social care systems. This isn’t just software—it’s the digital safety net that helps communities thrive.<br><br>Cúram's solutions provide comprehensive lifecycle support for managing health and social programs—from identifying needs to achieving outcomes. Designed around the client, Cúram software empowers organizations to collaborate effectively, helping citizens access government services and achieve better health and social results. <br> <br>As a Principal Consultant on the Curam team, you will have significant responsibility in the delivery of project implementations. You will work closely with clients and systems integration partners at our project sites.<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><div><div><div><div><p><b><span>Essential Job Duties</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Facilitate requirements and fit/gap workshops with client stakeholders, focusing on technical and non-functional requirements.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Design and implement<span> </span></span><span>Cúram</span><span><span> </span>extensions and configurations, including workflows and rules.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Collaborate with clients and partners on matters related to the<span> </span></span><span>Cúram</span><span><span> </span>Business Application Suite (CBAS) architecture, communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Develop, code, and unit test<span> </span></span><span>Cúram</span><span><span> </span>solutions in a J2EE environment using the Eclipse framework.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Troubleshoot and resolve issues where test results deviate from expected outcomes.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Establish strong working relationships with team members, system integration partners, and clients, promoting<span> </span></span><span>Cúram</span><span><span> </span>as a trusted solution.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Manage source code using standard version control tools.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Lead and mentor junior consultants on project teams.</span></span><span> </span><br> </p></li></ul></div><div><p><b><span>Basic Qualifications</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Minimum 6+ years of experience in technical consulting</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>At least 3 years of hands-on experience with<span> </span></span><span>Cúram</span><span><span> </span>software</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Minimum 3 years of experience in J2EE/Java development</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Basic knowledge of relational databases (e.g., DB2, Oracle, SQL)</span></span><span> </span><br> </p></li></ul></div><div><p><b><span>Preferred Qualifications</span></b><span> </span></p></div></div><div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Degree in Information Technology or related field</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>5+ years of experience with<span> </span></span><span>Cúram</span><span><span> </span>software products and services</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., Microsoft Azure, AWS, IBM Cloud)</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Minimum 2 years of experience in public sector human services programs (e.g., food<span> </span></span><span>assistance</span><span>, child welfare, healthcare reform)</span></span><br><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><p><b><span>Education and Certification Requirements</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Bachelor's degree<span> </span></span><span>required</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div></div></div></div><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p><b>Compensation</b></p><p><br>The salary range provided in this job posting is intended to reflect the general market value for the position. The actual salary offered may vary based on factors such as the candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and the specific requirements of the role. This range may also be subject to change as market conditions evolve. We encourage open communication throughout the interview process to discuss compensation expectations. For base-salary + commission sales roles, the range represents On-Target Earnings.</p><p></p><p>Min – Max :</p>₹3,155,817.70 - ₹5,860,804.30 (INR)<p> </p><p> </p><p><b>Benefits</b></p><p></p><p>The benefits described represent the current offerings at our organization, however, benefits are subject to change and may vary by location and employment status.  We strive to provide a comprehensive benefits package that supports our employees’<b> </b>health, wellness, and financial goals.  Please note that benefits may be discussed in more detail during the hiring process.</p><ul><li><p>Vacation to help you rest, recharge, and connect with loved ones</p></li><li><p>Paid leave benefits</p></li><li><p>Hospitalization / health cover</p></li><li><p>National pension scheme retirement savings</p></li><li><p>Flexi Basket benefits</p></li><li><p>Tuition reimbursement, life insurance, EAP – and more!</p></li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><i>It is the policy of Merative to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, HIV status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Merative will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.</i></p>

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