Engineering Manager - Java/Python

Job Summary :

The Software Engineering Manager is responsible for managing software development teams to deliver high-quality, scalable, and secure applications. This role combines technical leadership with people management, ensuring projects meet business objectives while fostering engineering excellence and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Team Leadership & Development :

- Manage and mentor software engineers, driving performance and career growth.

- Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and team capacity planning.

2. Project Delivery :

- Ensure timely delivery of software projects within scope, schedule, and budget.

- Collaborate with product managers and architects to align technical solutions with business goals.

3. Technical Oversight :

- Guide teams in implementing best practices for coding, testing, and deployment.

- Review designs and code for scalability, security, and maintainability.

4. Cloud & DevOps Integration :

- Drive adoption of AWS cloud services for application hosting and deployment.

- Implement CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code using tools like Jenkins, Terraform, and Ansible.

5. Quality & Compliance :

- Ensure adherence to secure coding standards and regulatory requirements.

- Promote automated testing and continuous integration practices.

6. Stakeholder Communication :

- Provide regular updates on project status, risks, and mitigation strategies to leadership.

Required Skills & Qualifications :

- Experience : 10+ years in software development, with at least 3+ years in a leadership role.

- Strong technical background in Java, Python, or modern programming languages.

- Hands-on experience with AWS cloud services (mandatory).

- Familiarity with microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).

- Experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI) and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible).

- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Preferred Qualifications :

- Experience managing enterprise-scale applications.

- Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies and DevOps practices.

- AWS certification is a plus.

(ref:hirist.tech)