Senior Manager: Head of Software Engineering

• Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or related field; master’s is a plus.
• 8+ years in software engineering, with 3+ years in a senior leadership or engineering management role
• Demonstrated success in managing distributed teams and complex system landscapes.
• Advanced degrees (e.g. MSc, MBA) or certifications in Technical Leadership are a plus

• Technical Skills:
• Backend: Java, .NET, Node.js
• Integration: REST/GraphQL APIs, Webhooks, Kafka, MQs
• Wallet/Payments: ISO 8583, ISO 20022, PCI DSS, OAuth2, Open Banking
• Channels: USSD, Mobile App, POS, Web
• CI/CD & Infra: Kubernetes, Docker, Jenkins, Terraform, Azure/AWS
• Observability: Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, Datadog

• Certifications (preferred, not mandatory):
• Azure Solutions Architect Expert or Azure Developer Associate (preferred)
• Certifications in Agile (e.g. SAFe, ICP-ACC) or Software Architecture (e.g. TOGAF) are an advantage

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