Software Engineering Manager – FinTech

Software Engineering Manager – Fin Tech Location: Dubai, UAELeadership

Agile Delivery

Product Engineering Lead the Code. Drive the Vision. Scale the Future of Fin Tech.HR Corner Group is partnering with a leading Fin Tech firm in Dubai to find a passionate and highly capable Software Engineering Manager to lead engineering teams in building world-class financial products.This is a strategic leadership role for someone who can balance hands-on technical direction with people management, Agile delivery, and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced, product-led environment.Your Mission To lead, coach, and scale a high-performing software engineering team, delivering secure, scalable, and customer-focused digital solutions that power next-generation finance.Key Responsibilities Team Leadership & Development Manage and mentor a team of backend, frontend, and full-stack engineers, fostering a culture of ownership, continuous improvement, and accountability.Lead performance management, hiring, onboarding, and career development for the engineering team.Champion best practices in clean code, testing, security, and technical documentation.Technical Oversight & Hands-On Support Provide technical direction, architecture guidance, and code reviews to ensure high-quality software delivery.Maintain hands-on involvement as needed, especially during complex design, integration, or troubleshooting phases.Ensure all systems are resilient, performant, and secure, aligned with Fin Tech compliance standards.Agile Delivery & Project Execution Oversee the end-to-end software development lifecycle using Agile/Scrum methodologies.Collaborate with product managers, designers, and stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical deliverables.Monitor project health, scope, timelines, and team velocity to ensure timely, scalable releases.Cross-Functional Collaboration & Strategy Work closely with CTO, Product, QA, Dev Ops, and Data teams to align engineering efforts with broader company objectives.Contribute to technical roadmaps, OKRs, and strategic initiatives to scale the business effectively.Act as a bridge between technical teams and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment.Ideal Candidate Profile 8+ years of software engineering experience, including 3+ years in a leadership or management capacity. Strong technical background with hands-on experience in modern programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, Node.js, or similar). Proven track record of leading Agile development teams and delivering high-impact software products. Experience in Fin Tech, Saa S, or cloud-native digital platforms is highly desirable. Deep understanding of Agile practices, CI/CD pipelines, software architecture, and secure coding standards. Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.Why Join?Play a key role in scaling a high-growth Fin Tech platform reshaping financial services in the region.Lead a passionate engineering team building secure, customer-first digital solutions.Enjoy a collaborative, empowering work culture in the heart of Dubai’s innovation ecosystem.Competitive compensation, leadership autonomy, and long-term growth opportunities.From Code to Culture. From Delivery to Vision.If you're a builder, a mentor, and a strategic thinker who thrives on technical excellence and team empowerment — this is your next move.Apply now or contact HR Corner Group for a confidential conversation. #J-18808-Ljbffr