Engineering Manager / Tech Lead - Platform, Product & Scalable Systems
Skills:
Engineering Leadership | System Design | Scalable Architectures | Backend Development | Cloud Platforms | Team Building | Agile Delivery | Stakeholder Management
Department: Engineering / Technology
Employment Type: Full Time
Work Mode: Onsite / Hybrid / Remote
Experience: 8-15 Years
About the Role
We are looking for a strong Engineering Manager / Tech Lead who can build, mentor, and scale high-performing engineering teams while driving delivery of robust, scalable, and high-impact technology solutions.
This role combines technical depth with leadership excellence, requiring the ability to translate business problems into engineering outcomes, guide architectural decisions, and create an environment where teams can thrive and innovate.
You will work closely with product, architecture, and business stakeholders to deliver solutions that create measurable impact while maintaining high standards of engineering quality and execution.
What You'll Do
Engineering Leadership & Team Building
- Build, mentor, and scale high-performing engineering teams
- Foster a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous learning
- Support career growth through coaching, feedback, and mentorship
- Create an environment that encourages innovation, experimentation, and collaboration
Technical Strategy & System Design
- Drive architecture and system design decisions for scalable applications
- Ensure systems are designed for:
- Scalability
- Reliability
- Performance
- Provide technical guidance on:
- Backend systems
- Distributed architectures
- Cloud platforms
Execution & Delivery
- Drive end-to-end delivery of engineering initiatives
- Focus on outcomes aligned with business goals, not just output
- Manage sprint planning, execution, and delivery timelines
- Identify risks and proactively resolve blockers
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with:
- Product teams
- Architecture teams
- Business stakeholders
- Translate business requirements into technical solutions and trade-offs
- Ensure alignment between engineering efforts and product strategy
Quality, Performance & Best Practices
- Establish and enforce engineering best practices
- Ensure high standards in:
- Code quality
- Testing
- Documentation
- Promote adoption of DevOps, CI/CD, and automation practices
Innovation & Technology Leadership
- Stay updated with evolving technology landscapes
- Drive adoption of modern technologies such as:
- Cloud-native architectures
- AI/ML and emerging technologies
- Encourage teams to experiment and innovate
What We Look For
Leadership & Team Impact
- Proven track record of building strong engineering teams
- Ability to inspire trust, accountability, and collaboration
- Experience managing performance, growth, and team dynamics
Technical Expertise
- Strong background in:
- Backend engineering
- Distributed systems
- System design
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
- Ability to review and guide complex technical decisions
Business & Product Alignment
- Ability to connect engineering efforts to business value and outcomes
- Strong understanding of product lifecycle and customer impact
- Experience working closely with product and business teams
Execution Excellence
- Strong project management and delivery skills
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments
Key Responsibilities
- Lead engineering teams to deliver scalable, high-quality solutions
- Drive technical architecture and system design decisions
- Ensure timely and efficient delivery of product features
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align on goals
- Mentor engineers and build leadership within the team
- Improve engineering processes and operational efficiency
Technical Skills
Core Engineering
- Java, Python, or similar backend technologies
- Microservices architecture and distributed systems
Cloud & DevOps
- AWS, Azure, or GCP
- CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
Architecture
- System design
- Scalable and fault-tolerant systems
Professional Competencies
- Strong leadership and people management skills
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management
- Strategic thinking with execution focus
- Ability to navigate ambiguity and evolving requirements
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Ownership mindset with accountability for outcomes
What You'll Get
- Opportunity to grow as a technology and people leader
- Work on projects with real business and customer impact
- A culture focused on ownership, collaboration, and excellence
- Exposure to modern technologies and large-scale systems
- A supportive team environment that encourages growth and innovation
Why This Role is High Impact
- Direct influence on team performance and engineering culture
- Ownership of critical technology decisions and outcomes
- Opportunity to shape scalable systems and engineering strategy
- High visibility across product, business, and leadership teams
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