Engineering Lead, Payments Platform (Global Travel)

J-Recruit Recruitment Agency; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 167,400 - 334,800; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency in Malaysia seeks a Head of Engineering for a Payment Gateway company. The ideal candidate will lead technical strategy, manage engineering teams, and ensure high-quality product delivery. Applicants should have substantial experience in software engineering and a strong background in fintech. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for both local and international travel.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in software engineering, with 5+ years in a leadership role, preferably in payments or fintech.
• Proficiency in modern languages and frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive the technical strategy and architecture.
• Recruit, mentor, and lead an engineering team.
• Oversee project timelines, deliverables, and resources.
• Work with stakeholders to define payment solution requirements.
• Implement rigorous testing practices for product quality.
• Stay updated on industry trends and integrate new technologies.
• Develop and manage the engineering budget.
• Act as a liaison between the engineering team and executive leadership.

Skills

Technical expertise in development methodologies

Leadership ability

Project management skills

Communication skills

Analytical problem solving

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Job description

A prominent recruitment agency in Malaysia seeks a Head of Engineering for a Payment Gateway company. The ideal candidate will lead technical strategy, manage engineering teams, and ensure high-quality product delivery. Applicants should have substantial experience in software engineering and a strong background in fintech. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for both local and international travel.