Software Engineering Manager (Hybrid, Sofia)

Sofia, Sofia · Information Technology

Our client, an international fintech company, is looking for an experienced Software Engineering Manager to lead a growing team of talented software engineers. This is a key leadership role for someone who enjoys building teams, improving processes, and delivering top-quality software at scale.

You’ll manage both in-house engineers and external contractors, ensuring best practices are followed across design, development, and delivery. The role combines hands-on technical oversight with strategic leadership, giving you the opportunity to shape how software is built and delivered in a fast-moving environment.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and mentor a team of internal engineers and external contractors, fostering collaboration and innovation.
Oversee projects from planning to delivery, aligning outcomes with business goals.
Enforce best practices in software design, development, testing, and deployment.
Collaborate cross-functionally with product, design, and architecture teams to define priorities and technical direction.
Manage vendor relationships and ensure external contributors meet quality and performance standards.
Promote continuous improvement by introducing new tools, methodologies, and technologies.
Define performance metrics to track progress and communicate results to stakeholders.
Mitigate risks and ensure timely, successful project delivery.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
9+ years of professional software development experience, including 2+ years in a management role.
Hands-on background in Java and Spring Boot.
Proven success leading mixed internal/external teams in an Agile environment.
Solid understanding of software architecture, scalability, and maintainability.
Experience managing multi-team or multi-vendor projects.
Excellent communication skills and problem-solving ability.
Experience with CI/CD, version control, and automated testing frameworks.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with AWS or other cloud platforms.
Exposure to React, Vue.js, or other front-end frameworks.
Understanding of DevOps practices and automation tools.
Experience working on enterprise-level systems.
Familiarity with Scrum or Kanban methodologies.

Working Conditions

Full-time, 40 hours/week (Monday–Friday).
Hybrid model: 3 days in-office, 2 days remote.

What You’ll Get

Competitive salary plus uncapped quarterly performance bonus.
Additional health insurance, food vouchers, and fresh fruit in the office.
Sports card, fitness center, and game room on-site.
Regular company-sponsored sports and team events.
Budget for training, certifications, and conferences.
Exclusive employee discounts and perks.

How to Apply

Send your CV in English. All applications will be handled with strict confidentiality.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

InterContinental Recruiting Ltd.
Recruitment License No. 2087/22.07.2016

InterContinental Recruiting

Please contact us with any questions:

Email: sofia@icrecruiting.eu
Phone: (w) 359 2 811 1366
Recruitment license from National Agency of Employment No 2087/22.07.2016