Senior Engineering Manager (Fintech, Backend)

TL;DR

Senior Engineering Manager (Fintech, Backend): Leading and developing two software engineering teams focused on backend development of the Asset Manager application, contributing to a new cloud-native, AI-powered portfolio management solution. Focus on understanding customer outcomes, day-to-day team leadership, and improving product quality, security, and delivery within a large international organization.

Location: Hybrid in Copenhagen, Denmark

Company

hirify.global, an independent subsidiary of the Deutsche Börse Group, provides integrated investment management solutions to financial institutions worldwide.

What you will do

• Manage two software engineering teams, focusing on staffing and development.
• Collaborate with Product Management to define and deliver customer outcomes.
• Lead day-to-day scrum team activities, balancing short-term deliverables and long-term improvements.
• Work with other engineering leaders to improve product quality, security, delivery, and system performance.
• Contribute to the strategic direction of the product area.

Requirements

• Professional software development experience.
• 2+ years’ experience leading software engineers.
• Strong understanding of core engineering practices such as testing, coding, CI/CD, security, and architecture.
• Ability to foster a collaborative and open culture.
• Effective work across a big, international organization.

Nice to have

• Azure-based cloud application experience.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible work hours and a hybrid workplace model.
• IP sprints (3 weeks per quarter for skill mastery and company development).
• Individual approach to professional development.
• Competitive salary, bonus scheme, and pension.
• Cultivating an environment where team members can grow, feel heard, valued, and empowered.
• Commitment to building a diverse and inclusive culture.