Job Title : Senior Engineering Manager Backend
Experience : 8+ years
Employment Type : Full-Time
About the Role :
We are looking for a hands-on technology leader from a top-tier institution (IIT / NIT / BITS or equivalent global peers) with deep backend expertise to lead high-performing engineering teams in building scalable, high-impact products. This role combines technical excellence, strategic leadership, and people management to deliver best-in-class backend solutions in a fast-paced, growth-stage environment.
Key Responsibilities :
Technical Leadership & Architecture :
- Lead the design and development of scalable backend systems using Java / Spring Boot or Python / Django.
- Architect and deliver microservices-based solutions and distributed systems with high availability and performance.
- Drive adoption of cloud-native practices leveraging AWS or Azure infrastructure.
- Oversee CI / CD pipelines, automated testing, and DevOps practices to ensure rapid, reliable releases.
Team Management & Mentorship :
Lead, mentor, and manage a team of 10+ engineers, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.Own hiring, onboarding, performance reviews, and career development for the team.Provide technical guidance, review designs / code, and ensure adherence to engineering best practices.Execution & Delivery :
Execute projects in an Agile / Scrum environment with iterative, incremental delivery.Collaborate with product managers, designers, and stakeholders to align business goals with technical execution.Track progress, manage risks, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality backend solutions.Stakeholder Management & Problem Solving :
Partner with leadership and cross-functional teams to define technical strategy and roadmaps.Translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions.Proactively identify and resolve technical, operational, and organizational challenges.Requirements : Must-Have :
Bachelors / Masters degree in Computer Science or related field from a top-tier institution (IIT / NIT / BITS / global equivalent).8+ years of backend engineering experience with a strong coding background in Java / Spring Boot or Python / Django.Proven experience architecting microservices and distributed systems at scale.Strong expertise in cloud platforms (AWS / Azure) and DevOps pipelines (CI / CD).Demonstrated leadership experience managing 10+ engineers including hiring, mentoring, and performance management.Solid understanding of Agile / Scrum processes and iterative delivery.Excellent problem-solving skills and stakeholder management abilities.Good-to-Have :
Domain experience in Healthcare or Insurance.Proven success in leading high-impact projects in fast-paced, growth-stage product companies.Track record of driving technical excellence and innovation in backend engineering.(ref : hirist.tech)
