Senior Software Engineering Manager Experience: 15+ years
Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field
Job Summary:
The Senior Software Engineering Manager is responsible for leading multiple software development teams to deliver high-quality, scalable, and secure applications. This role drives technical strategy, oversees project execution, and ensures engineering excellence across complex, multi-project environments. The position requires strong leadership, deep technical expertise, and the ability to foster innovation while meeting aggressive delivery timelines.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership & Team Development: Lead and mentor engineering managers and senior developers across multiple teams. Drive performance management, career development, and recruitment for top engineering talent.
Technical Strategy & Architecture: Define and enforce software engineering best practices, coding standards, and architectural guidelines. Collaborate with architects and senior engineers to design scalable, secure, and maintainable solutions.
Project Delivery & Governance: Oversee multiple projects ensuring delivery within scope, schedule, and budget. Manage resource allocation, resolve technical challenges, and ensure risk mitigation.
Quality & Compliance: Implement automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices for efficient delivery. Ensure adherence to security standards and regulatory compliance.
Stakeholder Engagement: Partner with product management, QA, and operations teams to align technical solutions with business objectives. Communicate project status, risks, and mitigation strategies to senior leadership.
Continuous Improvement: Drive process improvements, adopt emerging technologies, and foster a culture of innovation.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Experience: 15+ years in software development, with at least 5+ years in engineering leadership roles.
• Strong technical background in Java, Python, or modern programming languages. Hands-on experience with AWS cloud services and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Expertise in microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, and distributed systems. Familiarity with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI) and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible).
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and communication skills. Preferred Qualifications
• Experience managing large-scale enterprise applications. • Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies and DevOps practices. AWS certification