Engineering Manager - Backend

Syfe; Gurgaon; On-site; INR 2,000,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

A leading fintech firm located in Gurgaon is seeking an Engineering Manager for the Backend Team. The ideal candidate will have at least 9 years of experience in the industry, with strong leadership skills and a proven track record in developing scalable backend systems. This role involves building and mentoring a high-performing team while working closely with product and design teams to align technical efforts with business objectives. Join us to make a real impact in the financial industry.

Qualifications

• 9+ years of industry experience, with at least 7 years as a developer.
• Proven experience in developing high-scale systems.
• Strong technical background with hands-on experience in backend technologies.

Responsibilities

• Build and lead a high-performing backend engineering team.
• Contribute to engineering and operational practices.
• Work closely with product and design teams.
• Coach and support team members' development.
• Oversee delivery of scalable backend systems.

Skills

Leadership and mentoring

Backend technologies

Communication skills

Team building

Continuous improvement mindset

Job description

Syfe is APAC's largest and fastest-growing digital wealth platform, trusted with over US$10 billion in assets. We are fundamentally changing how hundreds of thousands of people across Asia-Pacific build wealth through a holistic approach to managing money rather than just pushing investment products. Backed by world-class investors and recognised as a leader in wealthtech, we are a team of passionate builders creating the future of wealth management.

Right Profile

As an Engineering Manager (EM) for our Backend Team, you will collaborate closely with product and design teams to build effective, high-performing teams. Your primary focus will be on supporting and developing the individuals reporting to you, enabling them to achieve their professional goals, and aligning these goals with our broader company objectives.

Location: Gurgaon

Key Responsibilities

• Team Building and Leadership
  • Build and lead a high-performing backend engineering team.
  • Empower team members to achieve their goals through coaching, support, and professional development.
  • Foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture that encourages innovation and continuous improvement.
• Technical Leadership
  • Contribute to the engineering and operational practices of the team, promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Ensure the team adheres to best practices in software development and operational excellence.
  • Be a hands‑on leader, capable of diving into code and contributing to the development process.
• Collaboration
  • Work closely with product and design teams to align technical efforts with business objectives.
  • Facilitate clear communication and collaboration across departments.
• Mentorship and Development
  • Coach and support team members in their professional development.
  • Unlock the potential of individuals by challenging them to step outside their comfort zones and grow.
• Operational Excellence
  • Oversee the delivery of high-quality, scalable, and reliable backend systems.
  • Implement and maintain effective development and operational practices.

Qualifications

• Having 9+ years of industry experience, with at least 7 years as a developer and 2 years of delivering scalable products as a lead/manager.
• Proven experience in developing and working on high-scale systems.
• Strong technical background with hands‑on experience in backend technologies and frameworks.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build, mentor, and lead high-performing engineering teams.
• Experience working closely with product and design teams to deliver successful projects.
• A continuous improvement mindset with a passion for building and maintaining robust engineering practices.

Why Join Us

• Be part of a fast-growing fintech startup with a dynamic and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunity to work on cutting‑edge technologies and high-impact projects.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A chance to make a real difference in the financial industry and grow your career with us.

Recruiting Process (estimated duration: 4 to 6 weeks)

• Initial screening and fitment (15 min) – Recruiter Phone Call
• Interview 1 (45 min) – Into Call With Hiring Manager
• Interview 2 (90 min) – Problem Solving & LLD
• Interview 3 (90 min) – Problem Solving & HLD
• Interview 4 (60 min) – Managerial round with CTO
• HR Discussion & Culture Fit
• Background and Reference Checks

Due to the volume of applications, we regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.