Engineer Manager

Description :Team Leadership & People Management :- Hire, onboard, and develop integration engineers, creating clear career progression.- Conduct regular 1:1s, performance reviews, and provide ongoing coaching and- Set team goals, manage capacity planning, and align team objectives with business paths, mentorship, priorities innovation.- Foster a collaborative, learning-oriented culture that promotes technical excellence and- Partner with Product and other engineering teams to deliver integrated solutions.Technical Leadership & Architecture :- Define and drive the integration architecture strategy and technical roadmap.- Lead development of integrations between enterprise systems : CRM, ERP, PLM, and- Finance systems, such as Salesforce and NetSuite.- Provide technical guidance, code reviews, and architectural decisions for complex integration challenges.- Ensure robust and well-tested solutions with Munit and end-to-end testing.- Establish and enforce integration development standards, patterns, and best practices.- Remain technically involved in complex integrations, troubleshooting, and architectural decisions.Operations, Maintenance & Platform Management :- Oversee MuleSoft integration performance, health, and stability using monitoring tools.- Lead response to integration-related incidents and ensure timely resolution.- Perform regular maintenance tasks, including applying patches, upgrades, and security fixes.- Identify and implement optimizations for integration performance, scalability, and reliability.- Implement best practices for MuleSoft operations and infrastructure management.- Document operational procedures, knowledge base articles, and system configurations.- Ensure integrations meet security policies, standards, and compliance requirements.Deployment and Release Management :- Lead the deployment of MuleSoft applications and integrations across different environments (development, testing, production).- Understand modern software development practices, including Agile, CI/CD, and building distributed systems for scalability and resilience.- Coordinate with development teams to ensure smooth and successful releases.- Manage and maintain deployment pipelines and automation processes.Strategic & Business Collaboration :- Work with business stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into scalable technical solutions.- Lead integration initiatives from planning through delivery, ensuring quality and timelines.- Communicate technical concepts, project status, and strategic recommendations to technical and business audiences.- Collaborate with vendors and support providers to optimize platform capabilities.Desired Traits : & Leadership Experience :- 3+ years of engineering management experience, including hiring, performance management, and team development- Experience managing technical teams of 3-8 engineers with demonstrated ability to scale teams- Track record of building high-performing teams and developing engineering talent- Experience with agile methodologies and leading cross-functional initiativesTechnical Expertise :- 8+ years of hands-on experience in MuleSoft Anypoint Platform, including MuleSoft Flow development, API Manager, and Anypoint Studio.- Have earned the Mulesoft Certified Platform Architect - Level 1 certification.- Deep Understanding of integration patterns, ESB concepts, and API-led connectivity.- Proficiency in working with various data formats (JSON, XML, CSV) and protocols (HTTP, REST, SOAP, JMS).- Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS) and MuleSoft CloudHub 2.0, Runtime Fabric.- Familiarity with Supply Chain-focused integrations and solutions.- Knowledge of monitoring tools (e.g., Datadog, etc.) and logging frameworks.- Understanding of DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and automation tools.- Deep understanding of networking, security, and infrastructure concepts.- Deep understanding of Mulesoft API-led connectivity, integration best practices, and engineering principles.- Familiarity with Supply Chain focused systems and integrations, such as CRM, ERP, PLM, and Finance systems.- Experience in creating, configuring, and managing API Gateway, API Policies, API Versioning, and Contract Addition.- Strong understanding of relational databases and fluency with SQL.- Should know about creating and maintaining documentation related to services, solutions, and interfaces.- Knowledge or previous experience in designing public and private enterprise secure services using RAML and REST-based APIs and SOAP-based APIs.- Working experience with either Java, JavaScript, .NET, or Python.- Desire and ability to mentor and guide integration engineers.- Strong technical and problem-solving skills.- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Problem-Solving and Analytical Skills :- Ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues in a timely manner.- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with a systematic approach.- Ability to perform root cause analysis and identify effective solutions.- Attention to detail and a focus on quality.Operational Skills : - Experience in managing and supporting enterprise-level applications and integrations.- Ability to prioritize tasks, manage incidents, and work under pressure.- Experience with system monitoring, alerting, and escalation procedures.Communication and Collaboration Skills :- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.- Ability to communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a team.- Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholder (ref:hirist.tech)