Engineering Manager

IBS Software; Ernakulam; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Job summary

IBS Software is seeking an Engineering Manager L2 to lead 3–4 squads in Kochi/Trivandrum. The role focuses on delivering scalable Java-based cloud solutions with a strong emphasis on architectural excellence and DevOps practices.

The candidate will drive performance, mentorship, and strategic collaboration with stakeholders. The ideal leader brings 13–15 years of software engineering experience, strong people management skills, and a track record of steering large distributed systems to

Qualifications

• 13–15 years of experience in software engineering leadership.
• Proven track record of leading multiple squads.
• Experience with Java, Spring Boot, cloud, and distributed systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead 3–4 cross-functional squads to deliver scalable software products.
• Oversee design and implementation of Java/Spring-based solutions on cloud platforms.
• Collaborate with Architects, Product Managers, and Scrum Masters to align delivery with business goals.
• Drive engineering best practices, coding standards, and architectural reviews across squads.
• Ensure performance, scalability, and security requirements are baked into solutions.
• Mentor, coach, and performance-manage squad leads and engineers.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Strategic thinking

Tools

Java

Spring Framework

Kubernetes

AWS

Job description

Job Description:

Job Title

Engineering Manager L2

Location

Kochi/Trivandrum

Years of Experience

13-15 years

Job Description

Engineering Manager (Java + Cloud + Distributed Systems)

Experience Level: 12-15 Years

Location: [Cochin/TVM/Bangalore in office]

Employment Type: Full-time

Position Overview:

We are looking for a Seasoned Engineering Manager to lead multiple squads (3-4 teams) delivering scalable, high-performance software solutions. This role demands a balance between people management, technical oversight, and strategic collaboration with stakeholders. The Engineering Manager will own engineering delivery, drive technical excellence, and support career growth of the squads.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage 3-4 cross-functional squads (developers, testers, leads) to deliver high-quality software products.
• Oversee the design and implementation of scalable solutions using Java, Spring Framework, Angular, AWS, and Kubernetes.
• Collaborate with Architects, Product Managers, and Scrum Masters to align technical delivery with business goals.
• Drive engineering best practices, coding standards, and architectural reviews across squads.
• Ensure performance, scalability, and security considerations are baked into solutions.
• Facilitate career development, coaching, and performance appraisals for squad leads and engineers.
• Act as a technical escalation point for complex problems.
• Champion DevOps practices and CI/CD improvements.
• Work closely with leadership on capacity planning, hiring, and roadmap delivery.
• Foster a high-performance culture with a focus on collaboration and innovation.

Technical Requirements

• Strong technical background in Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, Cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP), Kubernetes (K8s).
• Proven experience managing multiple engineering teams delivering large-scale distributed systems.
• Good understanding of frontend technologies like Angular (preferred).
• Knowledge of event-driven architectures, message brokers (Kafka/RabbitMQ), and NoSQL databases.
• Hands-on experience (or oversight experience) with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud deployments.
• Familiarity with monitoring/logging tools (CloudWatch, New Relic, ELK stack).
• Proven experience designing and implementing GenAI-enabled systems, Agentic AI workflows, and driving AI-assisted SDLC (AI-DLC) practices across teams.
• Strong problem-solving, architecture, and system design skills.
• Ability to handle technical escalations and guide squads on resolving complex issues.

Soft Skills

• Strong leadership, people management, and team-building capabilities.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to handle ambiguity and drive clarity in dynamic environments.
• Strategic thinker with a focus on long-term team and technology growth.
• Ability to be the face of the engineering organization in leadership meetings and customer discussions.

Technical Qualifications

Cloud, Java, Spring framework

At IBS Software, you can look forward to:

• Gaining deep domain expertise in the (TTL) Travel, Transportation & Logistics domain
• Working with the latest technologies & cutting edge tools to redefine the travel sector
• Enjoying the many benefits of a stable SaaS based product company
• Partnering with some of thebiggest airlines, busiest airports, top tour & cruise providers, well known hotel chains, and large energy companies to augment their mission-critical operations
• A diverse, global work culture with some of the brightest minds in the industry
• A competitive benefits package, flexible work life polices, transparent rewards & recognitions, continuous learning and development, medical benefits, and fun at work policies.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

IBS Software is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration foremployment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity,disability and protected veteran’s status or any other characteristic protected by law.