Senior ManagerDirector Software Engineering RD Finance

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IFS R&D Finance is looking for an experienced handson leader who drives and improves the process of delivering stateoftheart ERP solutions for the Finance area.

A Director/ Senior Manager / Manager Software Engineering (Engineering Leader) is responsible for the process of delivering software at IFS relating development investments to the overall R&D Product Strategy. The ability to articulate the What and Why to their teams based on their close working relationships with both Product and Program Managers is key to the success of individuals in this role.

An Engineering Leader establishes and looks to continuously improve consistent development processes in line with the wider industry to ensure the timely delivery of high quality secure and performant software. These processes include but are not limited to automated testing at multiple levels code reviews security reviews and the evolution of the architecture. In addition they ensure collaboration with our UX team to deliver great user experiences.

Engineering Leaders coach and build high performing teams and individuals and are responsible for managing and appraising their direct reports. Each team member should have achievable but stretching goals to allow for personal growth and career development. Should there be the need then poor performance will be addressed for the good of both the individual and the team. Engineering leaders play a key role in the recruitment of new members and look to upskill the team at all opportunities.

An Engineering Leader should also foster good proactive relationships with stakeholders across IFS including but not limited to colleagues in support. Engineering Leaders will look to minimize the amount of R&D time their teams spend supporting the product and minimize escalations by delivering high quality welldocumented software with a right first time approach and attitude. There should be regular engagement with the Support Leaders to feedback areas of concern and take affirmative action to address problems as they arise.

The right candidate will join the  Finance product development group at R&D be part of the Leadership Team of Finance and report to VP of Finance

Qualifications :

People management experience with line manager responsibility.

• University degree or equivalent professional qualifications in a field relevant for the technical and/or functional area of responsibility along with 510 years handson experience in a leadership role
• Experience with DevOps and agile development methodology.
• Experience in leading globally distributed teams
• Ability to prioritize and take decisions
• Used to presenting leading and inspiring people
• Good understanding of one or more of our target industries and domain product/technology offerings as well as the business application processes for our target customers.
• Continuously strives for finding improvements in way of working and team collaboration
• Domain knowledge within the Finance area and/or ERP is desirable.

If you are

• Positive determined and have a cando attitude
• Goal and oriented and focus on customer value
• Proactive take initiative and responsibility

This opportunity is ideal for you!

Additional Information :

You will be part of a great team with the mission to be the undisputed primary choice of financial solution for our customers when selecting IFS.

The position is permanent employment located in Sri Lanka. The designation level  of this position is dependent on your previous experience.

Interviews and selections are being made continuously. If you are interested apply as soon as possible.

As a step in our recruitment process all final candidates will undergo a background check to get us an understanding of our future employees.

We embrace flexibility and hybrid work opportunities to support diverse needs and lifestyles while also valuing inclusive workplace experiences. By fostering a sense of community we drive innovation strengthen connections and nurture belonging. Our commitment ensures you can work in a way that suits you best while also engaging with colleagues to share ideas and build meaningful relationships.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime