Sr. Engineering Manager / Engineering Manager / Associate Director

ABOUT US

foundit, formerly Monster (APAC & ME) is Asia's leading jobs & talent platform offering

comprehensive employment solutions to recruiters and job seekers across APAC & ME. In

addition to a powerful AI-powered job search, foundit offers e-learning, assessments, and

services related to resume creation, interview preparation, and professional networking. Since

its inception, the company has assisted over 120 million job seekers across 18 countries in

connecting them with the right job opportunities and upskilling.

foundit is now also the Official Talent Partner of the Badminton World Federation across 20 key

world tour events. foundit's recognition as a Great Place To Work across multiple categories—

India's Top Mid-size Workplaces, Best Workplaces for Millennials, and Best Workplace in IT & ITBPM 2024—reflects its dedication to fostering a supportive and dynamic work culture

Position : Sr. Engineering Manager / Engineering Manager / Associate Director

Location : Noida.

Experience : 10 – 15 Years

Department : Technology

About the Role

We're looking for a technically hands-on Engineering Leader to head and scale our backend

engineering team. The ideal candidate is a strong people manager who can also deep-dive into

technical challenges, drive architectural decisions, and ensure the delivery of highperformance, scalable systems built primarily on the Java backend stack.

Key Responsibilities

 Lead and mentor a team of high-performing backend engineers to deliver robust,

scalable, and efficient software solutions.

 Drive end-to-end design, architecture, and implementation of complex backend

systems.

 Ensure best practices in coding, design patterns, testing, CI / CD, and cloud deployment.

 Collaborate closely with Product Managers, Architects, and cross-functional teams to

define technical roadmaps and deliver high-impact features.

 Conduct regular code reviews, technical assessments, and performance evaluations

for team members.

 Balance hands-on development with team leadership — guiding teams through

problem-solving and architecture discussions.

 Identify areas for performance improvement, automation, and technical innovation.

 Ensure timely delivery while maintaining engineering excellence and quality.

Technical Skills & Experience

 10+ years of total experience with a strong foundation in Java / J2EE, Spring Boot,

Microservices, and distributed systems.

 Experience with databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or similar).

 Strong understanding of system design, data structures, and algorithms.

 Experience in cloud technologies (AWS / GCP / Azure) and DevOps practices.

 Familiarity with Kafka, RabbitMQ, or similar messaging systems is a plus.

 Proven experience in scaling teams and systems in a product or technology-led

organization.

Leadership & Soft Skills

 Good to have experience in leading engineering teams across backend, frontend, and

mobile platforms, though it's not mandatory.

 Strong stakeholder management and collaboration skills across Product, Design, and

QA.

 Excellent problem-solving, communication, and decision-making abilities.

 Passion for mentoring and nurturing engineering talent.

Why Join Us

At foundit, we are committed to building a workplace where every individual can thrive and

achieve their potential. Our recognition as a Great Place to Work highlights our dedication to

fostering a supportive, inclusive, and dynamic work culture.

Here's why you should join us :

 Competitive Rewards : Industry-leading compensation and performance-driven

incentives to celebrate your success.

 Embrace : Our Diversity & Inclusion initiative, promoting a culture of respect, belonging,

and equal opportunity.

 WE Care : A comprehensive health and wellness program designed to prioritize your

overall well-being.

 Sparks : A cutting-edge learning and development program to accelerate your

professional growth.

Join a forward-thinking team where innovation, collaboration, and purpose drive everything we do

in the HRTech space.

Skills Required

Java / Spring Boot / Microservices, System Design & Distributed Systems, Cloud Technologies (AWS / GCP / Azure), Team Leadership & People Management, DevOps & CI / CD Practices