Software Development Director / Head of Software Engineering

Job Categories: Software Engineering / Development
Job Types: Full Time
Locations: Hong Kong

Central, Central and Western District

Engineering – Software (Information & Communication Technology)

Full time

Join our  client as the for steering the engineering and development efforts of the company’s diverse product and service portfolio. 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the product engineering team, managing all aspects from recruitment and training to mentoring, ensuring timely delivery of top-notch products within budget.
  • Facilitate collaboration between the product engineering and management teams to transform product visions into executable technical plans.
  • Implement and uphold engineering best practices, including code reviews, testing methodologies, and comprehensive documentation.
  • Keep abreast of technological advancements to maintain the company’s competitive edge and innovation status.
  • Lead the development of a technology strategy that fits the company’s business goals.
  • Forge and maintain partnerships with external entities, vendors, and stakeholders for seamless technology integration.
  • Conduct regular performance evaluations of the engineering team, focusing on productivity, quality, and efficiency.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s or higher degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related fields.
  • At least 10 years of experience in product engineering, with a minimum of 5 years in a leadership capacity.
  • Demonstrated ability in delivering superior products and services, adhering to timelines and budgets.
  • Proficiency in Agile methodologies.
  • Knowledge of Linux kernel, various databases (MySQL, MS SQL, PostgreSQL, Redis, Elasticsearch), and storage systems.
  • Skilled in multiple programming languages and frameworks (Node.js, Python, Java, Go, Rust etc…) is an advantage
  • Experience with major cloud services (Azure, GCP, AWS) and cloud-native development practices (Kubernetes, DevOps, CI/CD, Jenkins).

Job Benefits:

  • Comprehensive health insurance package.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • Flexible work arrangements.

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