**This role is for one of the Weekday's clients

**Min Experience: 7 years

Location: Bengaluru

JobType: full-time

We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Engineering Manager to lead high-performing development teams and drive the design, development, and delivery of scalable, high-quality software solutions. This role is ideal for someone who combines strong technical expertise in Java or Golang with proven leadership capabilities and a passion for building impactful products.

As an Engineering Manager, you will play a critical role in shaping technical strategy, mentoring engineers, and ensuring the successful execution of projects aligned with business goals. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Product, Design, and DevOps to deliver robust and scalable systems.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead, mentor, and grow a team of software engineers, fostering a culture of ownership, innovation, and continuous improvement
Drive architecture, design, and development of complex backend systems using Java or Golang
Ensure best practices in coding, testing, and deployment, maintaining high standards of quality and performance
Collaborate with Product Managers and stakeholders to define technical requirements and translate them into scalable solutions
Oversee project planning, execution, and delivery, ensuring timelines and quality benchmarks are met
Identify and resolve technical challenges, ensuring system reliability, scalability, and security
Champion agile methodologies and promote efficient development processes
Conduct performance reviews, provide constructive feedback, and support career development of team members
Stay updated with emerging technologies and drive innovation within the team

Required Skills & Qualifications:

7–13 years of overall software development experience, with strong hands-on expertise in Java or Golang
Prior experience in a technical leadership or engineering management role
Deep understanding of data structures, algorithms, and system design principles
Experience in building and scaling distributed systems and microservices architecture
Strong knowledge of RESTful APIs, cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure), and containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes
Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment
Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and modern development tools

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working in product-based or high-growth startup environments
Familiarity with DevOps practices and infrastructure as code
Exposure to performance optimization, observability, and system monitoring tools
Strong understanding of database technologies (SQL/NoSQL)