Director of Engineering

This role is for one of Weekday’s clients

Min Experience : 10 years

Location : Chennai, India

JobType : full-time

Requirements

We are seeking an accomplished and visionary Director of Engineering to lead our technology function, driving innovation and scalability across our platforms. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in modern programming languages such as JavaScript, Python, and Golang , combined with deep expertise in building and scaling complex systems in high-growth environments.

This role requires both strategic leadership and hands-on technical knowledge. You will be responsible for overseeing engineering teams, shaping technology strategy, and ensuring the robustness and security of our platforms. Experience in fintech, cryptocurrency, or high-frequency trading systems will be highly advantageous.

Key Responsibilities

• Technology Leadership & Strategy
• Define and execute the organization’s technology vision and roadmap in alignment with business goals.
• Lead architecture, design, and implementation of scalable, secure, and high-performance systems.
• Champion innovation by evaluating emerging technologies, frameworks, and tools to maintain a competitive edge.
• Team Management & Development
• Build, mentor, and inspire high-performing engineering teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and excellence.
• Set clear performance expectations, provide continuous feedback, and support professional development.
• Ensure engineering best practices, agile methodologies, and DevOps practices are followed across teams.
• Product & Platform Development
• Drive the development of applications using JavaScript, Python, and Golang , ensuring best practices in coding, testing, and deployment.
• Oversee the design and scaling of microservices-based architectures, real-time data processing systems, and API-driven integrations.
• Collaborate with product management to translate business requirements into robust technology solutions.
• Infrastructure & Security
• Oversee cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or GCP), ensuring high availability, scalability, and cost optimization.
• Implement and monitor cybersecurity best practices, including wallet security, encryption, identity management, and compliance with financial regulations.
• Lead efforts to ensure resilience, disaster recovery, and regulatory adherence.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Work closely with executive leadership to align technology strategy with organizational objectives.
• Partner with compliance, risk, and business stakeholders to deliver safe and efficient technology-driven solutions.
• Represent the technology team in board-level discussions, investor meetings, and client interactions.

Required Skills & Experience