Job Description

Syfe is APAC's largest and fastest-growing digital wealth platform, trusted with over US$10 billion in assets. We are fundamentally changing how hundreds of thousands of people across Asia-Pacific build wealth through a holistic approach to managing money rather than just pushing investment products. Backed by world-class investors and recognised as a leader in wealthtech, we are a team of passionate builders creating the future of wealth management.

Location: Gurgaon | Hybrid Work (3 Days From Office)

The Right Profile:

As an Engineering Manager (EM) for our Backend Team, you will collaborate closely with product and design teams to build effective, high-performing teams. Your primary focus will be on supporting and developing the individuals reporting to you, enabling them to achieve their professional goals, and aligning these goals with our broader company objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Building and Leadership:

  • Build and lead a high-performing backend engineering team.

  • Empower team members to achieve their goals through coaching, support, and professional development.

  • Foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture that encourages innovation and continuous improvement.

• Technical Leadership:

  • Contribute to the engineering and operational practices of the team, promoting a culture of continuous improvement.

  • Ensure the team adheres to best practices in software development and operational excellence.

  • Be a hands-on leader, capable of diving into code and contributing to the development process.

• Collaboration:

  • Work closely with product and design teams to align technical efforts with business objectives.

  • Facilitate clear communication and collaboration across departments.

• Mentorship and Development:

  • Coach and support team members in their professional development.

  • Unlock the potential of individuals by challenging them to step outside their comfort zones and grow.

• Operational Excellence:

  • Oversee the delivery of high-quality, scalable, and reliable backend systems.

  • Implement and maintain effective development and operational practices.

Minimum Qualifications

• 9+ years of industry experience, with at least 7 years as a developer and 2 years of delivering scalable products as a lead/manager.

• Proven experience in developing and working on high-scale systems.

• Strong technical background with hands-on experience in backend technologies and frameworks.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Demonstrated ability to build, mentor, and lead high-performing engineering teams.

• Experience working closely with product and design teams to deliver successful projects.

• A continuous improvement mindset with a passion for building and maintaining robust engineering practices.

Come As You Are

We believe in the power of diversity and are dedicated to creating a welcoming and innovative environment for all our employees. So we embrace and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and provide equal employment opportunities for all.

Due to the volume of applications, we regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.