General Manager Engineering

Job Description Position Overview We are seeking an experienced General Manager (Engineering) to establish and lead our new India engineering office. The GM will oversee local operations, manage collaboration with our outsourcing partners (100+ software engineers), and ensure seamless coordination with our business leadership and engineering teams in Korea and the U.S, making sure our product vision is translated by our outsourced partners into high-quality, market-leading software. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cloud software development and proven leadership in managing distributed engineering organizations. Key Responsibilities 1. Office & Operations Management - Set up and manage the India engineering office operations (HR, facilities, administration, compliance). - Recruit, onboard, and lead a small core team (starting with 34 FTE engineers) in India. - Build and maintain a strong organizational culture aligned with company values. 2. Engineering & Project Leadership - Provide technical leadership with a focus on IOT cloud-based software development. - Oversee development tasks and project execution in collaboration with outsourcing partners - Ensure delivery of high-quality, scalable, and secure cloud services. - Drive process improvements in agile development, CI/CD, and DevOps practices. - Serve as an escalation point for any issues related to project timelines, quality or resources 3. Outsourcing Vendor & Resource Management - Manage relationships with Indian outsourcing partners (100+ software engineers). - Monitor performance, resource allocation, and quality of outsourced development. - Act as a bridge between internal teams and external partners to maximize productivity by translating business requirements into technical specifications and guarantee the vendor team understands and adheres to them. - Implement and monitor quality control processes to ensure the software delivered meets our high standards. - Manage the budget allocated for the vendor services, ensuring resources are used efficiently to achieve maximum return on investment. Regularly review the vendor performance against the contract and propose adjustments as needed. 4. Cross-Regional Collaboration - Coordinate development efforts across Korea HQ, U.S. R&D Office, and India outsourcing teams. - Facilitate effective communication across time zones and cultures. - Report project progress, risks, and outcomes to executive stakeholders. Qualifications Required: - Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field. - 10+ years of experience in software development, with at least 5 years in cloud software (SaaS, PaaS, or enterprise cloud solutions). - 5+ years of experience in leadership or senior management roles, preferably in a multinational business setup. - Proven track record of managing large outsourced/remote engineering teams. - Strong understanding of modern cloud architecture, microservices, and DevOps practices. - Familiarity with various programming languages and technology stacks, with the ability to engage in technical discussions with engineers - Ability to work in a fast-paced, global environment with cross-cultural teams. - Excellent communication and organizational skills. - Strong experience in product management, technical architecture and agile development methodologies - Ability to travel to Korea HQ and U.S. R&D Office as required. Preferred: - Prior experience setting up or managing offshore development centers (ODC). - 5+ years of experience in the video surveillance industry. - Knowledge of security, compliance, and data privacy regulations related to cloud services. - Experience working with Korean or U.S. companies is a key advantage for this role. Employment Details - Position: Full-time (FTE) - Location: Ahmedabad EIC Office - Reports To: Executive management (HQ in Korea, dotted line to U.S. R&D Office)