Software Engineering Manager (Full-time) at DHR Talents

DHR Talents is seeking to recruit for the following vacant role below:

Job Title: Software Engineering Manager (Full-time)

Location: Remote

Job Summary

• We’re looking for a highly skilled and ambitious Software Engineering Manager to drive our engineering efforts in a client’s Fintech firm.
• In this role, you will work with a team of curious and determined engineers, building scalable and secure fintech solutions that empower our users. Unlike traditional engineering managers, you will actively contribute to the codebase, conduct technical reviews, and provide mentorship while overseeing system architecture, infrastructure management, and project execution.

Job Responsibilities

• Make key decisions on the tech stack, system architecture, and technical strategy.
• Ensure high-performance, secure, and compliant fintech solutions.
• Maintain and optimize AWS infrastructure, managing permissions, costs, and security.
• Lead performance optimization efforts, ensuring scalability and reliability.
• Drive data and AI/ML initiatives, ensuring robust data models and analytics infrastructure.
• Write and review code in Python, Node.js, or TypeScript, ensuring high-quality and maintainable solutions.
• Conduct code reviews and pair programming for engineers to uphold best practices.
• Participate in critical debugging and troubleshooting sessions.
• Implement and enforce SDLC best practices, including branch management, and automation.
• Manage and optimize API integrations with third-party vendor services.
• Oversee daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and backlog grooming using Jira or similar tools.
• Allocate work efficiently, remove blockers, and ensure projects stay on track.
• Ensure compliance with fintech regulations (SOC 2, PCI DSS, PIPEDA) and implement security best practices.
• Work closely with product and business teams to translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Collaborate with external partners, including financial institutions and compliance teams.
• Monitor system health, lead incident response, and conduct post-mortems to drive reliability.

What We Are Looking For

• 5+ years of experience in software engineering, with a strong background in backend development.
• Proficiency in writing, reviewing, and optimizing code in Python, Node.js, or TypeScript.
• Experience in cloud infrastructure (AWS preferred) and DevOps best practices.
• Hands-on experience with system architecture, database design, and API integrations.
• Proven track record of managing software development projects from concept to launch.
• Deep understanding of fintech security, compliance, and fraud prevention (a strong asset).
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to balance technical debt, speed, and scalability.
• Knowledge of AI/ML concepts, data engineering, and analytics is a plus.
• Experience designing and optimizing high-performance, scalable applications.
• Familiarity with incident response, monitoring tools, and reliability engineering.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across teams.
• Passion for building impactful fintech solutions that improve financial access for newcomers.

Why Join Us?

• Make an Impact: Build financial solutions that empower newcomers to Canada.
• Growth Opportunity: Join a fast-growing company with increasing technical challenges and responsibilities.
• Talented Team: Work with an ambitious, curious, and dedicated engineering team.
• Exciting Fintech Space: Gain experience in a dynamic sector with exposure to credit systems, banking integrations, and financial data infrastructure.
• Innovative Culture: Help shape our technical vision while fostering a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

Deadline: 15th Feb 2025

How to Apply: Apply now by filling the form using this link: https://bit.ly/DHR-SEngrMgr