Engineering Manager (Financier)

Money Forward India; Chennai District; Hybrid; INR 5,000,000 - 9,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Hours

Hybrid Work Policy (WFH 2 days a week)

Startup-like Work Environment & Culture

Performance Review Twice a Year

Casual Dress Code

Global Work Environment & Chance for International Business Trips

Job summary

A dynamic fintech company in Chennai is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead the development of scalable, secure, cloud-native banking systems. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of development experience and a strong background in engineering management, focusing on team collaboration and technical ownership. This full-time role offers flexibility in work hours and the chance to influence cutting-edge technology choices in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of development experience and 3+ years in engineering management.
• Experience in developing scalable cloud-native applications.
• Proven experience in leading engineering teams.
• Experience with cloud-native services, scalability, security, and cost optimization.
• Proven leadership of engineering teams with strong communication and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Develop architectural strategies for scalable, secure banking systems.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate banking requirements into technical solutions.
• Implement testing processes to ensure reliability and security.
• Implement rigorous testing and validation for reliability and security.
• Direct system design and development using modern cloud-based architecture.
• Manage resources to balance technical work with regulatory demands and timely delivery.

Skills

Java

Angular

Node.js

Cloud-native services

Project planning

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or software engineering

Tools

Java

Angular

Node.js

Cloud-native services

Security & compliance

Job description

We are embarking on an ambitious and exciting journey to build and redefine how modern financial services operate. As an Engineering Manager, you will play a pivotal role in building scalable, secure, cloud-native banking systems and leading a high‑performing engineering team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement architectural strategies that align with the unique requirements of BaaS, ensuring systems are scalable, secure, and compliant with financial regulations.
• Ensure system designs for modern cloud‑based architecture adhere to financial industry regulations and standards, including data security and privacy laws.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand banking requirements and translate them into robust technical solutions.
• Implement rigorous testing and validation processes to ensure the reliability and security of banking systems.
• Directed system design and development utilizing a modern, cloud‑based architecture.
• Efficiently manage resources to ensure timely delivery of complex banking solutions, balancing technical and regulatory demands.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as computer science, software engineering, or a related discipline.
• Over 10 years of development experience and more than 3 years of engineering management experience.
• Strong full lifecycle system development experience, including Java for backend, Angular for UI, and familiarity with Node.js or similar technologies.
• Proven ability to use cloud-native services and best practices for scalability, reliability, security, and cost optimization.
• Proven experience in leading and managing engineering teams, focusing on building a positive and collaborative team culture.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to convey technical concepts effectively and project updates to team members and stakeholders.
• Skills in project planning, resource allocation, and timeline management to ensure successful project delivery.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to solve complex technical problems and make data‑driven decisions.

Nice to Have

• Experience in the development, operation, and maintenance of mission‑critical business systems in financial institutions, particularly core banking systems.
• Project experience using SaaS Banking Platform Mambu.

What You’ll Gain

• Opportunity to build a modern digital bank from scratch.
• Ability to influence architecture, technology choices, and engineering culture.
• Work in a fast‑paced environment with strong technical ownership.
• Collaborative culture with a mission‑driven and innovative team.

Benefits

• Startup‑like Work Environment & Culture
• Performance Review Twice a Year (Salary can be increased twice)
• Flexible Work Hours & Hybrid Work Policy (WFH 2 days a week)
• Leaves: Casual, Earned, and Sick leaves
• Global Work Environment & Chance to Visit Japan & Vietnam Offices on Business Trip
• Casual Dress Code (Shorts, Slippers, Sandals: All OK!)

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting