Engineering Manager - Java

Responsibilities :

• Lead, mentor, and grow a team of full-stack and backend software engineers, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment.
• Collaborate with product managers, UX designers, and other stakeholders to define technical roadmaps and ensure timely delivery of features.
• Drive best practices in software development, including code quality, architecture design, testing, and deployment.
• Develop and execute plans to scale applications for performance and reliability while addressing business needs.
• Ensure alignment of team goals with organizational objectives and promote a culture of continuous improvement.
• Identify and mitigate risks in the development process and provide solutions to technical challenges.
• Act as a technical leader, staying current with emerging trends and ensuring the adoption of relevant tools and :
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• 7+ years of experience in software development and 2+ years of experience managing or leading engineering teams.
• Strong technical background in backend development, preferably with Java, Spring Boot, or similar technologies.
• Familiarity with, microservices architecture, and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure).
• Proven ability to coach and mentor engineers at different levels of experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to align technical execution with business priorities.
• Experience managing projects with Agile methodologies, delivering results in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for building technology that makes an impact in the education sector.
• Experience working with distributed systems or SaaS platforms.
• Hands-on experience in database design and optimization (e.g., SQL, NoSQL).
• Familiarity with education technology and the unique challenges of developing products for teachers and students

(ref : hirist.tech)