FICO DM (Decision Management) Developer

Synechron is a global consulting firm specializing in digital transformation for financial services, leveraging AI, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering. We are seeking a skilled FICO DM Developer to design, develop, and deploy decision management solutions using FICO Blaze Advisor. This role involves building cloud-based analytic applications, integrating decision services into enterprise ecosystems, and ensuring reliable performance through testing and troubleshooting.

Must Have

• Design, develop, test, and deploy business rules and decision services utilizing FICO Blaze Advisor.
• Develop and deploy cloud-based analytic software within FICO’s Analytic Cloud platform.
• Create, configure, and optimize rule artifacts such as rule sets, flows, decision tables, and other rule components.
• Integrate Blaze Advisor decision services with enterprise applications using Java, REST APIs, JSON, and XML.
• Conduct unit testing of rule projects, support system integration testing (SIT), user acceptance testing (UAT), and troubleshoot rule-related issues.
• Proficiency in FICO Blaze Advisor and SRL (Scoreware Rule Language).
• Strong programming experience in Java/J2EE.
• Experience with RESTful API development and consumption, JSON, and XML.
• Minimum of 2+ years of hands-on experience developing with FICO Blaze Advisor.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication skills to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to effectively troubleshoot and resolve decision engine issues.

Good to Have

• Prior experience deploying decision services in cloud environments.
• FICO certification related to Blaze Advisor.
• Experience working within risk, credit, or fraud analytics domains.
• Knowledge of decision management frameworks and best practices.

Perks & Benefits

• Highly competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Multinational organization with 60 offices in 20 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
• 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).
• Maternity & paternity leave plans.
• Comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Higher education certification policy.
• Commuter benefits.
• Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.
• Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
• Flat and approachable organization.
• Truly diverse, fun-loving, and global work culture.

We are

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 16,400+, and has 60 offices in 20 countries within key global markets.

Our challenge

We are seeking a skilled FICO DM Developer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in designing, developing, and deploying decision management solutions using FICO Blaze Advisor. This role involves building cloud-based analytic applications, integrating decision services into enterprise ecosystems, and ensuring reliable performance through testing and troubleshooting.

Additional Information*

The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors. In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within Pittsburgh, PA/Dallas, TX is $130k - $140k/year & benefits (see below).

The Role

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, test, and deploy business rules and decision services utilizing FICO Blaze Advisor to support decision automation and analytics initiatives.
• Develop and deploy cloud-based analytic software within FICO’s Analytic Cloud platform, supporting decision management, predictive modeling, and risk assessment.
• Create, configure, and optimize rule artifacts such as rule sets, flows, decision tables, and other rule components.
• Integrate Blaze Advisor decision services with enterprise applications using Java, REST APIs, JSON, and XML to enable seamless real-time decision-making.
• Conduct unit testing of rule projects, support system integration testing (SIT), user acceptance testing (UAT), and troubleshoot rule-related issues to ensure robustness and performance.

Requirements:

• Technical Skills:
• Proficiency in FICO Blaze Advisor and SRL (Scoreware Rule Language).
• Strong programming experience in Java/J2EE.
• Experience with RESTful API development and consumption, JSON, and XML.
• Familiarity with cloud deployment models and platforms.
• Experience:
• Minimum of 2+ years of hands-on experience developing with FICO Blaze Advisor.
• Prior experience deploying decision services in cloud environments is preferred.
• FICO certification related to Blaze Advisor is highly desirable.
• Additional Skills:
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication skills to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to effectively troubleshoot and resolve decision engine issues.

Preferred, but not required:

• Experience working within risk, credit, or fraud analytics domains.
• Knowledge of decision management frameworks and best practices.

We offer:

• A highly competitive compensation and benefits package.
• A multinational organization with 60 offices in 20 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
• 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).
• Maternity & paternity leave plans.
• A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).
• Retirement savings plans.
• A higher education certification policy.
• Commuter benefits (varies by region).
• Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.
• Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
• A flat and approachable organization.
• A truly diverse, fun-loving, and global work culture.

SYNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Sustainability and Health Safety Commitment

At Synechron, we are committed to integrating sustainability into our business strategy, ensuring responsible growth while minimizing environmental impact. Employees play a key role in driving our sustainability initiatives, from reducing our carbon footprint to fostering ethical and sustainable business practices across global operations. All positions are required to adhere to our Sustainability and Health Safety standards, demonstrating a commitment to environmental stewardship, workplace safety, and sustainable practices.