Head of Engineering | Payment Gateway Company

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

Head of Engineering | Payment Gateway Company

About the job Head of Engineering | Payment Gateway Company

About the Company

The company was founded in 2015, registered with Bank Negara Malaysia as a Merchant Acquiring Services provider and Mastercard International as a Payment Facilitator for the Asia Pacific region.

• Salary Range : RM 15,000 - RM 30,000
• Traveling required: Local and International
  

Key Responsibilities:

• Technical Leadership: Define and drive the technical strategy and architecture, ensuring scalability, security, and reliability.
• Team Building and Management: Recruit, mentor, and lead an engineering team, promoting innovation and collaboration.
• Project Management: Oversee timelines, deliverables, and resources to ensure on-time, within-budget project completion.
• Product Development: Work with various stakeholders to define requirements and deliver payment solutions.
• Quality Assurance: Implement rigorous testing practices to maintain high product quality.
• Technology Innovation: Stay updated on industry trends and integrate new technologies as appropriate.
• Budget Management: Develop and manage the engineering budget efficiently.
• Stakeholder Communication: Act as a liaison between the engineering team and executive leadership, providing updates on project status and challenges.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: 10+ years in software engineering, with 5+ years in a leadership role, preferably in payments or fintech.
• Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of development methodologies, architecture, and infrastructure; proficiency in modern languages and frameworks.
• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to build and lead high-performing teams, with strong mentorship skills.
• Project Management: Excellent skills in managing complex projects within budget and timelines.
• Communication: Exceptional ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and innovative problem-solving abilities.
• Adaptability: Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

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