Manager, Software Engineering

CDK GLOBAL (INDIA); Hyderabad; Presencial; INR 2 000 000 - 3 200 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

CDK Global India is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead high-performing engineering teams and contribute to technical direction, architectural discussions, and delivery excellence. You will collaborate with Product, Architecture, and Engineering to build scalable, reliable cloud-based applications.

Ideal candidates bring strong technical expertise with leadership capabilities, mentoring engineers, and driving best practices in CI/CD, testing, and scalable design within a Microsoft/AWS stack.

Qualificações

• 3–5+ years of experience leading engineering teams.
• Experience managing teams of 8–20 engineers.
• Proven track record delivering complex software projects.
• Strong experience with Microsoft technology stack including C#, .NET Core Web APIs, ReactJS, SQL Server.
• Experience with AWS cloud services.
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines and Git-based development workflows.

Responsabilidades

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of 8–20 engineers.
• Promote best practices in coding, design, testing, and deployment.
• Provide technical guidance and career mentorship to engineers.
• Plan and execute development initiatives aligned with product roadmap.
• Drive DevOps and cloud initiatives using AWS and CI/CD.
• Collaborate with Product, Architecture, QA and other stakeholders.

Conhecimentos

Team leadership

Mentoring

Stakeholder communication

Agile/Scrum

Technical guidance

Ferramentas

AWS

CI/CD pipelines

Git workflows

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About Us

CDK Global is a leading provider of cloud-based software to dealerships and Original Equipment Manufacturers(“OEMs”) across automotive and related industries. The Company’s cloud-based, software as a service(“SaaS”) platform enables dealerships to manage their end-to-end business operations including the acquisition, sale, financing, insuring, repair, and maintenance of vehicles. By automating and streamlining critical workflows, the integrated platform of modern solutions enables dealers to sell and service more vehicles by creating simple and convenient experiences for customers and improves their financial and operational performance.

Position Summary

We are looking for a highly motivated Engineering Manager who can lead high-performing engineering teams while actively contributing to technical direction, architectural discussions, and delivery excellence. The ideal candidate will combine strong technical expertise with leadership capabilities, ensuring high-quality software delivery while fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. This role requires close collaboration with Product, Architecture, and Engineering teams to build scalable, reliable, and high-performing applications.

Responsibilities

Engineering Leadership

Lead, mentor, and manage a team of 8–20 engineers, fostering a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Drive engineering excellence by promoting best practices in coding, design, testing, and deployment.

Provide technical guidance and career mentorship to engineers across the team.

Conduct regular performance reviews, feedback sessions, and career development planning.

Technical Leadership

Provide technical oversight for solutions built using Microsoft technology stack including .NET Core, C#, Web APIs, ReactJS, and SQL Server.

Ensure adherence to software design patterns, architectural best practices, and clean code principles.

Guide teams in building scalable, performant, and reliable systems.

Drive database design, query optimization, and performance tuning initiatives.

Collaborate with architects on system architecture and technical roadmaps.

Delivery & Execution

Plan and execute development initiatives in alignment with product roadmap and business priorities.

Ensure teams consistently deliver high-quality software within defined timelines.

Manage risks, dependencies, and technical challenges effectively.

Foster a culture of continuous integration, automated testing, and reliable releases.

DevOps & Cloud

Ensure engineering teams follow modern DevOps practices using AWS, CI/CD pipelines, and Git-based workflows.

Promote automation and operational excellence in build, deployment, and monitoring processes.

Work with teams to optimize systems for availability, scalability, and reliability in cloud environments.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work closely with Product Managers, Architects, QA teams, and other stakeholders to define technical solutions and deliver customer value.

Translate product requirements into clear technical deliverables and execution plans.

Facilitate communication across teams to ensure alignment on goals and priorities.

Agile Execution

Lead teams operating in Agile/Scrum environments, ensuring effective sprint planning, execution, and retrospectives.

Continuously improve engineering processes, workflows, and delivery efficiency.

Qualifications

Technical Skills

Strong experience with Microsoft technology stack including: C#, .NET Core Web APIs ReactJS SQL Server.

Experience with AWS cloud services.

Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines and Git-based development workflows.

Strong understanding of: Software Design Patterns System Architecture Database Design Performance Optimization Scalability and Reliability.

Engineering Leadership

Experience 3–5+ years of experience leading engineering teams.

Experience managing teams of 8–20 engineers.

Proven track record of delivering complex software projects.

Process & Delivery

Strong experience working in Agile/Scrum development environments.

Ability to balance engineering processes with execution speed and innovation.

Experience improving engineering productivity and quality metrics.

Communication & Collaboration

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Ability to work closely with product and architecture teams to drive technical decisions.

Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-demand environment.

Personal Attributes

Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset.

Ability to think creatively and solve complex engineering challenges.

Strong ownership and accountability mindset.

Passion for building scalable products and high-performing teams.

Ability to balance technical depth with leadership responsibilities.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in large-scale distributed systems.

Exposure to microservices architecture.

Experience leading modernization or platform transformation initiatives.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

At CDK, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential in inspiring meaningful connections among our people. We foster an open and inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued, enabling everyone to bring their authentic selves to work and make a meaningful impact.

CDK is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees and applicants are treated with fairness, dignity, and respect. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, caste, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, nationality, ethnic origin, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

Non-Discrimination and Reasonable Accommodation Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of their role satisfactorily. CDK is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities or other protected needs in accordance with applicable laws, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on the organization.

CDK retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position as needed.

CDK is a leading provider of cloud-based software to dealerships and Original Equipment Manufacturers(“OEMs”) across automotive and related industries. The Company’s cloud-based, software as a service(“SaaS”) platform enables dealerships to manage their end-to-end business operations including the acquisition, sale, financing, insuring, repair, and maintenance of vehicles. By automating and streamlining critical workflows, the integrated platform of modern solutions enables dealers to sell and service more vehicles by creating simple and convenient experiences for customers and improves their financial and operational performance.

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