Director of Engineering

3 days ago

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India Weekday AI Full time US$ 1,50,000 - US$ 2,00,000 per year

This role is for one of Weekday's clients
Min Experience: 10 years
Location: Chennai, India
JobType: full-time

We are seeking an accomplished and visionary Director of Engineering to lead our technology function, driving innovation and scalability across our platforms. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in modern programming languages such as JavaScript, Python, and Golang, combined with deep expertise in building and scaling complex systems in high-growth environments.

This role requires both strategic leadership and hands-on technical knowledge. You will be responsible for overseeing engineering teams, shaping technology strategy, and ensuring the robustness and security of our platforms. Experience in fintech, cryptocurrency, or high-frequency trading systems will be highly advantageous.

Key Responsibilities
  • Technology Leadership & Strategy
    • Define and execute the organization's technology vision and roadmap in alignment with business goals.
    • Lead architecture, design, and implementation of scalable, secure, and high-performance systems.
    • Champion innovation by evaluating emerging technologies, frameworks, and tools to maintain a competitive edge.
  • Team Management & Development
    • Build, mentor, and inspire high-performing engineering teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and excellence.
    • Set clear performance expectations, provide continuous feedback, and support professional development.
    • Ensure engineering best practices, agile methodologies, and DevOps practices are followed across teams.
  • Product & Platform Development
    • Drive the development of applications using JavaScript, Python, and Golang, ensuring best practices in coding, testing, and deployment.
    • Oversee the design and scaling of microservices-based architectures, real-time data processing systems, and API-driven integrations.
    • Collaborate with product management to translate business requirements into robust technology solutions.
  • Infrastructure & Security
    • Oversee cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or GCP), ensuring high availability, scalability, and cost optimization.
    • Implement and monitor cybersecurity best practices, including wallet security, encryption, identity management, and compliance with financial regulations.
    • Lead efforts to ensure resilience, disaster recovery, and regulatory adherence.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
    • Work closely with executive leadership to align technology strategy with organizational objectives.
    • Partner with compliance, risk, and business stakeholders to deliver safe and efficient technology-driven solutions.
    • Represent the technology team in board-level discussions, investor meetings, and client interactions.
Required Skills & Experience
  • 10+ years of software engineering experience with at least 5 years in senior leadership roles (e.g., CTO, VP of Engineering, Director of Technology).
  • Strong hands-on expertise in JavaScript, Python, and Golang for developing scalable systems.
  • Proven success in startup or high-growth environments, preferably within fintech, payments, or cryptocurrency.
  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and microservices architectures.
  • Familiarity with agile development methodologies and DevOps practices.
  • Strong knowledge of cybersecurity, wallet security, encryption, and financial compliance standards.
  • Excellent leadership, team-building, and communication skills with the ability to bridge technical and business discussions.
  • Strategic thinker with an entrepreneurial mindset and the ability to thrive in fast-paced, resource-constrained environments.

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