Software Development Manager  

We are seeking a Software Development Manager (Engineering Manager) up to head level to lead and grow our software development team. This role requires a strong technical foundation, hands-on leadership, and the ability to drive software development that meets excellent quality standards. The ideal candidate is well experienced in people management, strategic thinking, and cross-functional collaboration across global teams.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead and manage the software development team to ensure efficient, productive, and high-quality output by providing clear direction and constructive feedback.
• Provide coaching and mentorship that gives software developers clear direction on their career development and empowers them to grow professionally.
• Oversee people and capacity management, including workforce planning, team structure optimization, and ensuring the team has the right skills and capacity to meet product and project goals.

Technical Oversight & Execution

• Oversee the end-to-end software development process, ensuring alignment with requirements, timelines, and quality standards.
• Maintain standardized deliverable quality based on best practices and meet international standards through regular reviews and updates.
• Provide hands-on technical guidance and make key technical decisions to support the team in solving complex challenges.
• Oversee change management and issue resolution to keep delivery on track.
• Translate business strategies into executable IT delivery roadmaps aligned with enterprise architecture.

Collaboration & Cross-Functional Coordination

• Work closely with cross-functional teams in Indonesia and with the headquarter to ensure consistent alignment with business and product objectives.
• Drive clear communication and cross-team collaboration to ensure seamless alignment of requirements, feedback, and ongoing software iterations.
• Engage and communicate with senior stakeholders to ensure solution outcomes align with organizational priorities.
• Facilitate cross-functional alignment between business, IT, and external partners for cohesive execution.

Business Strategy

• Observe and manage existing processes to drive improvements, increase efficiency, and ensure alignment with the company strategic plan.
• Oversee IT delivery budgets, resource allocation, and spending to ensure financial efficiency.
• Manage cost forecasting, vendor billing, and investment planning to align with IT and business strategies.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, audit requirements, and regulatory standards.

Experience & Technical Skills

• 5+ years of recent professional experience in software development, including 2 years in a team leadership role.
• Previous experience in a project-focused company is an advantage.
• Strong technical background with deep knowledge of software architecture design, software development best practices and processes, and lifecycle management.
• Proficient in at least two commonly used programming languages/frameworks. Preferred: Experience with modern front-end frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Flutter) and Java.
• Familiar with infrastructure and DevOps practices, with the ability to guide system setup, deployment strategies, and operational standards across teams.
• Proven experience leading digital transformation initiatives, delivering enterprise systems (ERP, CRM, data platforms), or managing large-scale application integration projects.
• Familiarity and hands-on experience with ITSM frameworks (e.g., ITIL) for managing incidents, problems, changes, and service levels.
• Solid knowledge of API integration, system interoperability, and scalable solution design. Having an understanding of enterprise architecture principles (e.g., TOGAF) is preferred.

Leadership & Soft Skills

• Strong leadership abilities with demonstrated success in managing and developing software development teams.
• Excellent strategic thinking, analytical skills, and logical decision-making capabilities.
• Ability to provide clarity, direction, and support in high-complexity technical environments.
• Curiosity and continuous interest in the latest technology trends, tools, and development methodologies.

Communication & Working Style

• Proficient in both written and spoken English (mandatory).
• Willing to work from the office in BSD, Tangerang Selatan.
• Willing and able to travel to Germany when it’s required.