Software Engineering Manager - Backend

Role Specifications : As a Software Engineering Lead / Manager in the Finexus Cardworks department, you will lead a team in charge of revamping and modernising the backend tech stack. Cardworks has many customers across ASEAN, with the potential to grow to a feature-rich fintech platform. Modernising is the first step to unlocking this potential. You will report directly to Senior Management and your initial scope will cover : Backend mobile app development, API and Performance Design, development and deployment of financial message switching and card management system products.  General Expectations for this role : Leadership & Collaboration Determines how to meet goals & schedules based on high-level company objectives that are determined in collaboration with senior management. Provides senior management with feedback on the feasibility of team strategy proposed by org-wide leadership Communicates well across teams and ensure that company-wide priorities are aligned with all related teams’ work. Must communicate priorities & strategy to team members. Team Execution Serves as the team’s Project Manager and Product Owner when there is no dedicated person for these roles. Ensures high-quality execution and attainment of the team’s goals & constantly re-evaluates priorities ensuring the most important work is always put first. Ensures proper technical design and project plans, along with Tech Leads and Product Managers. Responsible for producing a long-term strategic roadmap of the team, with ICs and tech leads being responsible for the more detailed components. People Management & Growth Actively manages team performance & is ultimately accountable for the performance of their subordinates & regular appraisals Understands team member’s strengths and weaknesses, areas of growth, whether they are meeting their specific role expectations, and has a plan to address under & over performance Ensures the growth of team members Coaches, provides timely, actionable feedback, and invests time in career development of team members Creates a healthy team environment & culture with low attrition & high team member satisfaction Conducts regular 1 : 1s, at least 2x per month, to review these topics. Recruiting & Hiring Creates detailed recruiting plans for open roles, and hires qualified candidates in the most efficient time span possible Organizes & improves engineering interview processes, following and improving company standards. Trains engineering interviewers and provides continuous feedback. Helps close candidates by selling them on the opportunity and why it is a career boost. Key Requirements : Bachelor's degree in computer science, or related field. Experience : minimum of 6 years experience in Software Engineering, with 2 years as a lead or manager. Experience in Cards Management Services Experience in small, medium, fast-paced companies or startups is a plus. Experience in Fintech, banking or AI is a plus Strong programming skills in either Java or Python (Java experience preferred) Familiarity with a modern tech stack, and expertise in a few components of it. Preferably : At least 1 year of experience in releasing software products within a CI / CD environment At least 1 year experience working with cloud services