Engineering Manager

Engineering Manager

software engineering team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for fostering a high-

performing team culture, driving technical excellence, and overseeing the delivery of complex,

scalable, and high-quality web applications and services. You will empower and guide a diverse

team comprising Full Stack Java Engineers, ensuring alignment with product goals and

architectural vision.

This position requires a blend of strong technical acumen, exceptional leadership skills, and a

passion for developing engineers and delivering innovative solutions.

Experience:

10+ years of progressive experience in software engineering, including at least 3+ years in a

technical leadership or engineering management role.

Location:

Can be located in any of the following cities: Hyderabad/Pune/Mumbai/Bangalore/Chennai. Hybrid

work model

Qualification:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical

field, or equivalent practical experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership & Development:

• Lead, mentor, and coach a team of software engineers (Frontend, Backend, and Quality)

to foster their professional growth, career development, and technical capabilities.

• Conduct regular one-on-one meetings, performance reviews, and provide constructive

feedback to team members.

• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-trust team environment that encourages

innovation, ownership, and continuous learning.

• Participate in the recruitment and hiring process to attract top engineering talent.

• Technical & Architectural Guidance:

• Provide technical guidance and oversight, ensuring sound architectural decisions and

robust, scalable designs for both frontend (ReactJS, Node.js) and backend (Java,

Node.js, distributed systems) components.

• Work closely with Staff Engineers to define technical roadmaps, drive best practices,

and resolve complex technical challenges.

• Ensure adherence to coding standards, quality metrics, and security best practices

across all team deliverables.

• Maintain a strong understanding of the team's technical stack, including ReactJS,

Node.js, Java/Spring Boot, various databases (relational and NoSQL), cloud platforms

(AWS, Azure, GCP), and CI/CD pipelines.

• Project Delivery & Execution:

• Oversee the end-to-end delivery of features and projects, from planning and estimation

to execution, testing, and deployment.

• Collaborate with Product Managers, UX/UI Designers, and other cross-functional

stakeholders to translate product requirements into actionable engineering plans.

• Ensure efficient execution of Agile/Scrum processes, managing project risks and

dependencies effectively.

• Champion a strong quality mindset within the team, working closely with the Senior

Quality Engineer to establish robust testing strategies and automation.

• Strategic Planning & Vision:

• Contribute to the broader engineering strategy and technical vision for the organization.

• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in web

development, distributed systems, and quality assurance.

• Identify opportunities for process improvements, automation, and innovation within the

team's operations.

• Communication & Collaboration:

• Serve as a key liaison between the engineering team and other departments, effectively

communicating progress, challenges, and technical insights.

• Drive cross-team collaboration and knowledge sharing to ensure alignment and leverage

expertise across the organization.

Requirements:

• Experience: 10+ years of progressive experience in software engineering, including at least

3+ years in a technical leadership or engineering management role.

• Technical Acumen: Strong foundational knowledge and practical experience in modern web

development technologies, including:

• Frontend: Deep understanding of ReactJS, modern JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript,

and related state management libraries.

• Backend: Expertise in building scalable distributed systems using Java/J2EE (Spring

Boot preferred) and/or Node.js.

• Databases: Experience with relational (e.g., Oracle) and NoSQL databases (e.g.,

MongoDB, Cassandra).

• APIs: Proficiency with RESTful and/or GraphQL API design and consumption.

• Quality Assurance Mindset: A strong understanding of software quality principles, test

automation strategies (Jest, React Testing Library, Cypress), and CI/CD pipelines, with a

commitment to delivering high-quality software.

• System Design: Experience in designing and architecting highly scalable, performant, and

resilient web applications and services.

• Cloud & DevOps: Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization

technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).

• Agile Methodologies: Demonstrated experience leading teams in an Agile/Scrum

environment.

• Leadership & Mentorship: Proven ability to lead, motivate, mentor, and grow engineering

teams. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).

• Problem Solving: Superior analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities in

complex technical and organizational contexts.

Preferred

• Experience in a high-growth or startup environment.

• Familiarity with micro-frontend architectures.

• Knowledge of performance optimization techniques for large-scale web applications.

• Understanding of AI systems and tools, and experience with AI coding tools (e.g., GitHub

Copilot) in an engineering context.

• Contributions to open-source projects or a strong portfolio of personal technical

achievements.