Engineering Manager

Engineering Manager (R&D)

About the Role

Key Responsibilities Engineering Leadership

• Lead and mentor a team of full-stack developers. (Python, React.js, FastAPI, Postgres).
• Drive technical excellence, code quality, and best engineering practices.
• Define and implement scalable system architectures for high-performance applications.
• Able to system design actively. Coordinations with Stakeholders and managing releases.
• Engage with clients and experts, devise innovative concepts, and test your ideas through experiments.
• Embrace feedback for growth, view challenges as opportunities, and practice radical candor to enhance personal and team development. Value both giving and receiving mentorship, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and mutual support.

Technical Strategy & Architecture

• Own the end-to-end technical design for Python Fullstack applications.
• Optimize database structures, backend APIs, and frontend performance.
• Design for event-based systems, and apply DDD to define your applications.
• Ensure microservices-based architecture, CI/CD automation, and cloud scalability.
• Complete Test coverage and automation test suits.
• Able to do hands-on code and guide the team to success.

Team & Project Management

• Hire, mentor, and develop top engineering talent. Collaborate with teams across platforms and do effective People management.
• Manage agile development processes , ensuring timely delivery and high quality.
• Collaborate with Product Managers, Designers, and other stakeholders to align technical solutions with business needs.
• Clear documentation and release planning.

Technical Stack & Development

• Backend: Python, FastAPI, Postgres, SQL
• Frontend: React.js, Typescript
• Databases: PostgreSQL, Redis
• DevOps & Cloud: AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines
• Tools: Git, GitHub Actions, Jira
• Experience with AI and use AI as and when needed.
• Able to optimize the application and implement design which are cost effective and performance effective.

Required Skills & Qualifications Must-Have

• 12+ years of experience in software development, with at least 2-3 years in a managerial role .
• Expertise in Python full-stack development (FastAPI, React.js, SQL, Typescript).
• Strong knowledge of microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, and particularly event-driven systems .
• Experience in cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and DevOps automation.
• Hands-on experience with SQL -Postgre.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and system design expertise.

Good-to-Have

• Experience with AI/ML, big data, or analytics-driven applications .
• Knowledge of serverless architectures and edge computing .
• Familiarity with GraphQL, WebSockets, and real-time data processing .
• Experience with e-commerce, SaaS, or fintech platforms.