Engineering Manager - Java Technologies (10-18 yrs)

About the Role :

We are seeking a skilled and dynamic Engineering Manager with strong expertise in Java Backend, Spring Boot, AWS, and Kafka. This role combines two-thirds Senior Software Engineer (SDE-3) responsibilities with one-third leadership responsibilities as an Engineering Manager. The position offers an opportunity to work closely with the Head of Engineering and the technology leadership team to shape technical strategies, deliver impactful outcomes, and build a high-performing team in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

Key Responsibilities :

Technology Strategy & Design :

- Stay informed on business processes, customer value propositions, and technology enablement within relevant domains.

- Develop and execute technology strategies, architecture paradigms, and engineering best practices.

- Ensure the adoption of robust engineering practices and oversee system designs for seamless functionality.

Technology Delivery :

- Own delivery of functionality, system integration, usability, and non-functional requirements (NFR).

- Ensure high-quality design, code, modularity, and rules-driven behavior.

- Manage deployment, production support, stabilization, and rollout of technical solutions.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align technical delivery with business goals.

Technology Team Building :

- Train, mentor, and retain top talent while fostering team growth and performance.

- Hire and onboard skilled engineers to strengthen the team.

- Contribute to building a dynamic and innovative team culture.

Strategic Contributions :

- Shape the technical vision and manage OKRs to align with business objectives.

- Facilitate stakeholder communication and align roadmaps with organizational goals.

- Promote a culture of agility, innovation, and excellence in engineering practices.

Qualifications & Skills :

Technical Expertise :

- 8+ years of hands-on software engineering experience in business applications.

- Strong technical expertise in Java Backend, Spring Boot, AWS, and Kafka.

- Deep understanding of engineering principles, system design, and development workflows.

- Proven ability to guide and evaluate technical decisions with clarity and detail orientation.

- Proficient in building flexible, modular systems with safe deployment practices.

- Experience in digital commerce and retail is a plus.

- Exposure to working in a tech start-up environment is preferred.

Leadership & People Management :

- Experience in leading engineering teams and initiatives.

- Excellent communication, conflict resolution, and motivational skills.

- Strong ability to build trust, nurture talent, and foster a high-performing team culture.

- Experience in hiring and developing engineering talent.

Project Management :

- Skilled in managing timelines, resources, and stakeholder expectations.

- Comfortable pivoting between technical and non-technical responsibilities.

Educational Background :

- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably in Computer Science or a related field.