This role is for one of Weekday’s clients
Min Experience: 13 years
Location: Bengaluru
JobType: full-time
Requirements
We are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager with a strong track record of leading high-performing engineering teams, designing scalable architectures, and delivering reliable software solutions in dynamic product environments. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the technical strategy, mentoring engineering talent, and ensuring timely delivery of mission-critical software systems.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership & Architecture
- Drive architecture and design of highly available, microservices-based platforms.
- Guide cloud-native development, with strong proficiency in Java, Spring Boot, Docker, and AWS/GCP.
- Lead modernization initiatives including cloud migration (e.g., AWS to GCP) and DevOps transformation.
- Ensure quality through robust code reviews, CI/CD automation, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
Team & Project Management
- Lead cross-functional teams of developers, QA, DevOps, and architects across the full SDLC.
- Manage project timelines, sprint planning, backlog grooming, and delivery using Agile/SAFe frameworks.
- Partner with Product Management and stakeholders to translate business needs into scalable solutions.
- Support hiring, onboarding, and continuous growth through coaching, mentoring, and performance feedback.
Operational Excellence
- Drive production stability, real-time monitoring, and incident management processes.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement, technical ownership, and operational resilience.
- Ensure regulatory and security compliance through implementation of best practices.
Qualifications
Must-Have
- Bachelor’s / M.Tech in Engineering or Data Science (IITs, BITS, NITS or equivalent preferred)
- 12–18 years of total experience with at least 3–5 years in an Engineering Manager or equivalent leadership role.
- Hands-on expertise in:
-Java, Spring Boot, Docker, Kubernetes
-AWS, GCP (esp. Kubernetes Engine, Cloud SQL)
-CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab) and infrastructure automation.
- Proven experience leading large (50+) cross-functional teams.
- Prior experience delivering platforms in Fintech, IoT, or AI/ML-driven environments
Preferred
- Executive or General Management certification (e.g., IIM-B or equivalent).
- Experience working in startups or fast-paced product organizations.
- Exposure to client interactions, support escalations, and vendor management.
Soft Skills & Leadership Attributes
- Strategic thinker with a bias toward action.
- Empathetic leader who builds strong engineering culture rooted in trust and accountability.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Passion for continuous learning and innovation.
What You’ll Get
- Opportunity to lead product-first engineering teams solving real-world scalability problems.
- Work in a domain where your decisions impact millions of users and real-time transactions.
- Autonomy, ownership, and growth within a fast-scaling tech organization.