Head of Engineering & Architecture

Eames Consulting Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Unknown is seeking a Head of Platform Engineering & Application Architecture to shape the long-term technology vision and oversee cloud-native platforms across Java/Python microservices and Azure environments. You will direct multiple squads to ensure scalable, reliable releases while aligning with regulatory standards and security policies.

The role sits at the intersection of architectural design and execution, demanding hands-on leadership of engineering managers and a track record of

Qualifications

• Extensive leadership of multi-team engineering org.
• Deep architectural and delivery experience in enterprise software.
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and compliance in financial services.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering roadmaps across containerised, microservices-based cloud environments.
• Own software delivery schedules balancing features with system stability and security policies.
• Drive modern practices across API management, DevSecOps pipelines, and cloud platform governance.
• Manage engineering managers and technical leads across squads to build a culture of quality.

Skills

Leadership experience

Strategic thinking

Cross-team collaboration

Regulatory compliance understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Java

Python

Microservices

Kubernetes

Azure

Relational databases

Job description

We are partnered with an established, regional financial services institution currently scaling up its technology and platform engineering capabilities. They are seeking an experienced Head of Platform Engineering & Application Architecture to drive overall technical strategy and lead high-performing delivery teams.

This individual will shape the long-term technology vision while ensuring software releases are scalable, reliable, and compliant. Sitting at the intersection of high-level architectural design and operational execution, the role oversees multiple squads delivering cloud-native applications across modern stack environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead engineering roadmaps across containerised, microservices-based cloud environments, ensuring systems are built for long-term scale and high availability.
• Take ownership of software delivery schedules, balancing feature requests against system stability, security policies, and local regulatory standards.
• Drive modern practices across API management, DevSecOps pipelines, and cloud platform governance.
• Manage engineering managers and technical leads across multiple squads, building a strong culture focused on quality and technical excellence.

Requirements

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 15 years of total software engineering experience, including 8 years leading multi-team engineering structures.
• Deep technical familiarity with Java, Python, Microservices, relational databases, Kubernetes, and Azure cloud environments.
• Proven track record handling enterprise software delivery, platform performance, and local regulatory requirements