Head of Software Development (ASIA)

KAIROS GLOBAL SEARCH PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in fintech is seeking a Head of Software Development to spearhead innovative solutions across Asia. This pivotal role involves leading diverse engineering teams, driving software innovation, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. The ideal candidate will possess over a decade of experience in software development leadership, with a strong grasp of cloud technologies and modern programming languages. Join a dynamic environment where your expertise will shape the future of financial services, leveraging cutting-edge technologies like AI and blockchain to deliver exceptional fintech products. If you are passionate about technology and leadership, this is your chance to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in software development leadership and fintech applications.
• Strong knowledge of cloud computing and modern programming languages.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and deployment of high-performance fintech applications.
• Oversee regional software development teams and implement Agile methodologies.

Skills

Software Development Leadership

Agile/Scrum Methodologies

Stakeholder Management

Cloud Computing

Programming Languages (Java, Python, Go, Kotlin)

DevOps Practices

Financial Regulations Compliance

Cross-Border Team Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Master’s degree in Engineering

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

CI/CD Pipelines

Job description

Job Description:

Our client is a high-growth fintech firm providing cutting-edge solutions for payments, trading platforms, and financial automation. They leverage AI, blockchain, cloud computing, and advanced analytics to revolutionize financial services across Asia. They are seeking a Head of Software Development (ASIA) to lead regional technology teams, drive software innovation, and oversee scalable fintech solutions. This role will play a critical part in developing and optimizing next-generation financial products. This individual will oversee engineering teams across multiple Asian markets, ensuring alignment with business objectives, compliance standards, and industry best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

Technology Leadership & Development Strategy

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of fintech applications, ensuring high performance and security.
• Define and implement software development roadmaps, technology stack decisions, and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, cybersecurity standards, and risk management frameworks.

Team Management & Agile Delivery

• Oversee and mentor regional software development teams across Asia, fostering a high-performance engineering culture.
• Implement Agile/Scrum methodologies to accelerate software delivery and innovation.
• Drive initiatives to improve coding standards, DevOps practices, and CI/CD pipelines.

Innovation & Fintech Solutions

• Develop cloud-native, API-driven, and microservices-based fintech platforms.
• Leverage AI, blockchain, and big data analytics to enhance financial products.
• Collaborate with data scientists, security teams, and product managers to build next-gen fintech solutions.

Stakeholder & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with business leaders, product teams, and compliance officers to align tech strategy with business goals.
• Engage with external fintech partners, vendors, and regulators to ensure seamless integrations.
• Represent the company at technology conferences, industry forums, and fintech innovation events.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Managing cross-border teams and having regional working experiences is a plus.
• At least 10+ years of experience in software development leadership, fintech applications, and cloud technologies.
• Expertise in modern programming languages (Java, Python, Go, Kotlin, etc.) and frameworks.
• Strong knowledge of cloud computing (AWS, Azure, GCP), microservices, APIs, and DevOps practices.
• Experience in high-frequency trading, digital banking, payments, or blockchain applications is a plus.
• Proven ability to lead multinational engineering teams across different time zones.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

EA Licence No: 23S1615