Senior Manager (Software Engineering) plays a crucial role in leading the development of various core retail systems that enable Makro business, ranging from Product Information systems, Pricing & Promotion Systems, Supply Chain, and Point-of-Sale system. You will lead multiple teams of software engineers and QAs and work closely with Product Owners and business subject matter experts.
Key Responsibilities & Expectations
Execution Leadership
- Define clear priorities and roadmaps to align projects with business goals.
- Distribute tasks, track milestones, and address bottlenecks for smooth delivery.
- Collaborate with product teams, PMs, and stakeholders to assess feasibility and scope.
- Strengthen cross-team alignment between business needs and technology execution.
Project Management
- Manage software development projects end-to-end, ensuring timely, budget-conscious delivery.
- Develop and refine project management frameworks for structured execution.
- Identify risks early, implement mitigation strategies, and resolve issues proactively.
- Drive collaboration between development, infrastructure, and business units.
- Provide leadership with high-level reports and insights.
Technical Leadership
- Set strategic direction in software development, ensuring best practices.
- Review code and technical designs for scalability, maintainability, and performance.
- Champion Agile, DevOps, and automation methodologies.
- Stay updated on emerging technologies to drive innovation.
People Leadership
- Foster a culture of accountability, integrity, and learning.
- Mentor team members, empowering career growth and ownership.
- Promote collaboration, innovation, and professional development.
