Software Engineering Manager

Job Description: Technical Manager - Application DevelopmentExperience: 10+ YearsLocation: PuneShift: 2:00 PM - 11:00 PM IST / 3:00 PM - 12:00 AM ISTRole SummarySeeking an experienced Technical Manager to lead application development teams delivering scalable, high-quality enterprise solutions. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in Java, Python, Full Stack Development, and SQL, along with proven experience in project delivery, team leadership, and stakeholder management.Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership & Team ManagementLead and mentor Software Engineers, Full Stack Developers, QA, and DevOps teams.Foster a high-performance, collaborative, and innovation-driven culture.Drive employee development, performance management, and succession planning.Delivery & Project ManagementOwn end-to-end application delivery, ensuring quality, timelines, and business alignment.Manage sprint planning, resource allocation, risk mitigation, and release management.Collaborate with business stakeholders, architects, and product teams.Technical LeadershipProvide technical direction for applications built using:Java (Spring Boot, Microservices)PythonFull Stack Technologies (React/Angular, JavaScript, TypeScript)SQL DatabasesGuide architecture, code reviews, best practices, scalability, and performance improvements.Engineering ExcellenceDrive Agile, DevOps, CI/CD, automation, and secure coding practices.Monitor delivery KPIs, development productivity, and quality metrics.Lead process improvement and operational excellence initiatives.Required QualificationsBachelor's/Master's degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or related field.10+ years of IT experience with 5+ years in application delivery and 3+ years in people management.Strong experience leading application development teams and enterprise projects.Technical SkillsMust HaveJava, Spring Boot, MicroservicesPython DevelopmentFull Stack Development (React/Angular, JavaScript, TypeScript)SQL and Database DesignREST APIs, Cloud Platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)Agile/Scrum, DevOps, CI/CDJira, Git, Azure DevOps, JenkinsNice to Have.NET / .NET CoreDocker, KubernetesKafka or other messaging platforms