Engineering Manager, Backend at PhonePe

Pune, Maharashtra, India

PhonePe Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Fintech, Digital PaymentsIndustries

Requirements

  • Proven skills in designing and developing simple to complex solutions including experience in designing and implementing large-scale distributed systems
  • Proven track record building and managing high-performing software development teams
  • Practical experience and ability to drive the design and architecture of multiple subsystems with other senior members of the team
  • BTech, MTech, or PhD in Computer Science or a related technical discipline (or equivalent)
  • 11+ years of software development experience and 3+ years in leading teams
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present complex technical information clearly and concisely to a variety of audiences
  • Experience with startups and fast-paced environments is an added advantage

Responsibilities

  • Facilitating discussions and leading decision-making on all engineering aspects of the team
  • Able to define and execute the engineering plans for the areas under ownership
  • Drive engineering best practices for the team
  • Define, implement, and maintain the hygiene of the production systems (both engineering and processes) for the areas under ownership
  • Responsible for the health of the business directly owned by the team
  • Challenging business & product on outcomes, channelize feedback into execution, and be accountable for engineering outputs
  • Hiring, mentoring, and retaining a best-of-class engineering team
  • Responsible for all stakeholder management including but not limited to business, product, operations, and clients/vendors

Skills

Backend Engineering
Engineering Management
System Design
Scalability
Team Leadership
Java
Go
Distributed Systems
Microservices
Payments Systems

PhonePe

Digital payments and financial services platform

About PhonePe

PhonePe is a digital payments platform in India that allows individuals and businesses to conduct financial transactions securely and efficiently. It primarily operates through the Unified Payments Interface (UPI), enabling users to transfer money directly between bank accounts using their mobile phones. PhonePe differentiates itself by offering a wide range of services, including various insurance products and investment solutions, while maintaining a user-friendly interface and strong security measures. The company's goal is to make digital payments accessible to the next billion users in India, positively impacting the country's financial ecosystem.

Bengaluru, IndiaHeadquarters
2015Year Founded
$1,823.7MTotal Funding
GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage
Consumer Software, Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees

Benefits

Insurance Benefits - Medical Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accidental Insurance, Life Insurance
Wellness Program - Employee Assistance Program, Onsite Medical Center, Emergency Support System
Parental Support - Maternity Benefit, Paternity Benefit Program, Adoption Assistance Program, Day-care Support Program
Mobility Benefits - Relocation benefits, Transfer Support Policy, Travel Policy
Retirement Benefits - Employee PF Contribution, Flexible PF Contribution, Gratuity, NPS, Leave Encashment
Other Benefits - Higher Education Assistance, Car Lease, Mobile & Broadband Reimbursements, Salary Advance Policy

Risks

Increased competition in quick commerce could dilute PhonePe's market share.
Legal challenges like trademark infringement lawsuits may increase costs and damage brand.
Market cap restrictions in India's digital payments sector could impact PhonePe's valuation.

Differentiation

PhonePe integrates with ONDC, expanding into quick commerce beyond traditional payments.
Affordable insurance products like Dengue and Malaria plans attract health-conscious customers.
Proprietary solutions development enhances control over payment processes post-Juspay partnership termination.

Upsides

IPO and new funding round could expand services and market reach.
Manish Sabharwal's appointment strengthens governance and investor confidence.
Integration with ONDC positions PhonePe as a leader in digital marketplace services.

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