Manager, Software Engineering
- Opentext
- 12 - 17 years
- Bengaluru
- 2 months ago
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Job Description
Role Summary:
We are seeking a highly motivated and technically proficient Development Manager to lead a team of software engineers responsible for the development, maintenance, and support of one or more products or services.
The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader who fosters innovation, drives engineering excellence, and ensures high team productivity through Agile practices and modern technology adoption, including AI.
Key Responsibilities:
Team Leadership Management
- Lead and manage a team of 510 engineers across development, maintenance, and support functions.
- You will work in an inspiring and fast paced environment with awesome colleagues designing systems from ideas to running products.
- Set clear goals, conduct regular performance reviews, and provide coaching and career development support.
- Promote a collaborative and inclusive team culture that encourages innovation and continuous improvement.
- Guide team members within established organizational policies and ensure alignment with business objectives.
Engineering Excellence
- Drive the adoption of modern engineering practices including CI/CD, DevOps, automated testing, and secure coding standards.
- Ensure high-quality deliverables through code reviews, design reviews, and technical mentoring.
- Apply specialized technical knowledge to solve complex problems and implement scalable solutions.
Agile Delivery Process Management
- Champion Agile methodologies such as Scrum or Kanban to ensure iterative delivery and responsiveness to change.
- Own sprint planning, backlog grooming, and release management in collaboration with Product Owners and stakeholders.
- Monitor team velocity, quality metrics, and delivery timelines to ensure project success.
Technology Innovation
- Stay abreast of emerging technologies and trends, especially in AI, cloud computing, and software architecture.
- Encourage experimentation and prototyping to evaluate new tools, frameworks, and approaches.
- Identify opportunities to integrate AI/ML into products and processes to enhance functionality and efficiency.
Product Ownership Stakeholder Engagement
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Product Management, QA, and Support to ensure end-to-end delivery.
- Translate business requirements into technical execution plans and ensure alignment with strategic goals.
- Provide input into product roadmaps, architecture decisions, and long-term planning.
Operational Excellence
- Make day-to-day decisions that impact project effectiveness, resource allocation, and delivery outcomes.
- Analyze ambiguous and complex issues using data-driven approaches and business context.
- Ensure adherence to operational policies and compliance standards in all development activities.
Productivity Continuous Improvement
- Implement tools and practices that improve team productivity and reduce technical debt.
- Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to team output, quality, and customer satisfaction.
- Foster a culture of learning through knowledge sharing, training, and retrospectives.
WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:
- Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
- 12+ years of relevant experience in software development, with 2+ years in a leadership role.
- Proven experience in Agile environments and managing cross-functional teams.
- Strong understanding of software architecture, cloud platforms, and AI technologies.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Technologies in use:
- Front-End: JavaScript, React/Angular/Vue, HTML/CSS
- Back-End: Java, SpringBoot, REST, Node.js, Python,
- API design (REST/GraphQL)
- Databases: SQL (PostgreSQL/MySQL), NoSQL (MongoDB)
- DevOps: Git, CI/CD (Jenkins/GitHub Actions), Docker, Kubernetes
- Cloud: AWS, Azure, or GCP; Serverless Infrastructure as Code
- Agile Tools: JIRA, Confluence; Scrum/Kanban practices
- Security: Secure coding, OAuth/JWT, compliance awareness
- AI Automation: Basic AI/ML concepts, integration of AI APIs
- Architecture: Microservices, system design, scalability
- Collaboration: Code reviews, documentation, mentoring
- Data Analytics: Understanding of data pipelines, dashboards, and reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau); ability to guide data-driven decision-making and integrate analytics into products.
Job Classification
Industry: Software ProductFunctional Area / Department: Engineering - Software & QARole Category: Software DevelopmentRole: Engineering ManagerEmployement Type: Full timeContact Details:
Company: OpentextLocation(s): Bengaluru
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