D&T Global Sr. Engineering Manager - Express

Purpose of the Job As a “Global D&T Engineering Manager – Express”, you will lead our technical teams in designing, developing, and delivering high-quality software solutions at Aramex. The ideal candidate will oversee multiple engineering teams (when applicable), collaborate closely with cross-functional stakeholders, and drive the execution of engineering projects in alignment with company goals and priorities. The Engineering Manager job serves the following purposes: Helping the Engineering Head with shaping the technology landscape at Aramex. Hiring, leading, and developing talented engineering teams in-house or outsourced. Enabling a culture of innovation Ensuring the successful execution of engineering projects that contribute to the organization's overall success and growth. Delivering high-quality software solutions Aligning engineering efforts with strategic business objectives. Job Description Team Leadership and Development: Lead and manage multiple engineering teams, including software engineers, architects, and technical leads. Enable a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within the teams. Provide mentorship, coaching, and professional development opportunities to team members. Project and Program Management: Plan, prioritize, and allocate resources across engineering projects to ensure timely delivery and quality outcomes. Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement effective mitigation strategies. Collaborate with product management and other stakeholders to define project requirements, scope, and milestones. Technical Oversight: Ensure adherence to engineering best practices, coding standards, and architectural guidelines. Drive technical excellence and innovation by staying abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies. Review and provide technical guidance on design decisions, architecture, and implementation strategies. Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with product management, UX/UI design, quality assurance, and other teams to deliver integrated and cohesive solutions. Communicate technical strategies, challenges, and solutions to non-technical stakeholders effectively. Collaborate with senior management and executives to align engineering initiatives with business objectives and priorities. Performance and Quality Assurance: Define and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for engineering teams and projects. Implement and oversee quality assurance processes, testing methodologies, and performance metrics. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, data protection standards, and industry best practices. Job Requirements - Experience and Education Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field of study. +11 years of experience in Software Engineering +5 years of proven experience in a leadership role within software engineering or related technical field, with a track record of successfully managing and mentoring engineering teams. Strong technical background with hands-on experience in software development, architecture, and system design, preferably in the .NET framework and the modern .NET technology stack. Experience with Agile methodologies, DevOps practices, and cloud technologies (e.g., AWS, Azure) is highly desirable. Experience in building scalable and distributed systems is a plus. Deep understanding in different C# development concepts including: asynchronous programming, generics, LINQ, pattern matching, records, and many others. Excellent experience utilizing top NuGet libraries. Excellent knowledge in ASP.NET and ASP.NET Core. Strong knowledge in OOP and SOLID principles. Deep knowledge in different Software architectures, including N-layered and Clean Architecture. Solid understanding of the distributed systems, microservices and even-driven architecture and message queues. Excellent understanding of RESTful services and HTTP. Proficient in security concepts including web security, authentication, authorization, OAuth 2.0, hashing, encryption, and others. Good working knowledge in Entity Framework and EF Core. Strong knowledge in web technologies and building mobile-first responsive pages. Proficiency in writing, tuning, and profiling SQL queries. Good knowledge in git. Good working knowledge in API integrations and testing them using Postman. Expertise in testing API performance and security, along with optimization strategies Ability to work with and manage teams remotely. Leadership Behaviors Building Outstanding Teams Setting a clear direction Simplification Collaborate & break silos Execution & Accountability Growth mindset Innovation Inclusion External focus Skills Communication Skills Decision Making Leadership Skills Problem Solving Stakeholder Management Interpersonal And Relationship-Building Skills Strong Negotiation And Influencing Skills Technology And Software Awareness