Head of Engineering - Backend

Responsibilities

• Facilitate discussions and lead decision-making on all engineering aspects of the team
• Define and execute engineering plans for assigned areas of ownership
• Drive engineering best practices and maintain the hygiene of production systems and processes
• Take responsibility for the health of the business directly owned by the team
• Challenge business and product outcomes, channeling feedback into technical execution
• Hire, mentor, and retain a best-of-class engineering team
• Manage stakeholders across business, product, operations, and external vendors

Requirements

• 15+ years of software development experience
• 5+ years of experience in leading and managing high-performing software teams
• Proven expertise in designing and implementing large-scale distributed systems
• BTech, MTech, or PhD in Computer Science or a related technical discipline
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present complex technical information clearly

Preferred Qualifications

• Past experience working in startups and fast-paced environments

Benefits

• Comprehensive insurance including medical, critical illness, accidental, and life insurance
• Wellness programs including an Employee Assistance Program and onsite medical center
• Parental support including maternity, paternity, adoption, and day-care assistance
• Mobility benefits such as relocation and transfer support
• Retirement benefits including PF contributions, Gratuity, and NPS
• Additional perks including higher education assistance and car lease options

About the Company

PhonePe is a leading digital payments platform in India, serving over 600 million registered users and 40 million merchants. The company processes over 330 million transactions daily and manages a diverse portfolio including financial services, hyperlocal e-commerce, and localized app stores. PhonePe is committed to an inclusive culture that empowers individuals to solve complex problems and build platforms that impact millions of lives.