Engineering Manager / Tech Lead – Data, AI & Development

Digifloat; Islamabad; On-site; PKR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Provident Fund

Annual Increment

Fully sponsored Certifications

Health benefits

Job summary

Digifloat in Islamabad seeks an Engineering Manager / Tech Lead to guide software, data, AI and development initiatives. You will lead engineers, data engineers, and ML specialists to deliver scalable, high-quality technology solutions that drive business growth.

The role requires strong leadership, cloud expertise (AWS/Azure/GCP), and hands-on coding with Python/Java/.NET/Node.js, plus a track record of delivering data pipelines and AI models.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in software development with 2+ years in leadership.
• Strong command of Python, Java, .NET or Node.js.
• Experience with cloud-based data and AI platforms.
• Proven ability to lead remote and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor multidisciplinary team of engineers and data scientists.
• Define the technical roadmap for development, data, and AI initiatives.
• Architect scalable, secure systems across web, mobile, and backend.
• Oversee data pipelines and AI/ML model deployment.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions.
• Establish engineering processes and code quality standards.
• Manage sprint planning, resources, and project execution.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and tools.
• Monitor performance, reliability, and security.
• Foster innovation and continuous improvement.

Skills

Python

.NET

Java

Node.js

AI/ML frameworks

Data platforms

Cloud platforms

CI/CD

Containerization

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Software Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Docker

Kubernetes

APIs

Microservices

Job description

Engineering Manager / Tech Lead – Data, AI & Development

Islamabad, Pakistan | Posted on 07/20/2026

We are seeking an experienced and driven Engineering Manager / Tech Lead – Data, AI & Development to lead our engineering initiatives across software development, data engineering, artificial intelligence, and machine learning. This role combines strong technical leadership with people management responsibilities, ensuring the successful delivery of scalable, high-quality technology solutions that support business growth.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software engineering, AI/ML technologies, data platforms, cloud infrastructure, and team leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team of software engineers, data engineers, and AI/ML specialists.
• Define and drive the technical roadmap for development, data, and AI initiatives.
• Architect scalable, secure, and high-performance solutions across web, mobile, and backend systems.
• Oversee the design, development, deployment, and maintenance of data pipelines and AI/ML models.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions.
• Establish engineering best practices, coding standards, and development processes.
• Conduct code reviews and ensure high-quality software delivery.
• Manage sprint planning, resource allocation, and project execution.
• Evaluate and implement emerging technologies, tools, and frameworks.
• Monitor system performance, reliability, and security across platforms.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in software development with at least 2+ years in a leadership or management role.
• Strong expertise in modern programming languages such as Python, .NET, Java, or Node.js.
• Hands‑on experience with AI/ML frameworks and data platforms.
• Experience designing and managing cloud‑based solutions (AWS, Azure, or GCP).Strong understanding of software architecture, system design, APIs, and microservices.
• Experience working with databases, ETL processes, and data warehousing solutions.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and containerization technologies.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Generative AI, LLMs, and AI‑powered product development.
• Knowledge of MLOps, DataOps, and modern analytics platforms.
• Experience leading remote and cross‑functional teams.
• Exposure to fintech or digital product environments is a plus.
• Competitive salary package.
• Provident Fund
• Annual Increment
• Fully sponsored Certifications
• Opportunity to lead high-impact AI and technology initiatives.
• Professional growth and leadership development opportunities.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Health and other company benefits as per policy.