Senior Software Engineering Manager: Web

Senior Software Engineering Manager: Web Role Overview The Senior Software Engineering Manager: Web is responsible for leading the development, optimization, and governance of the organization’s web platforms and applications. This role ensures secure, scalable, and high-performing web solutions that deliver seamless digital experiences, while aligning with enterprise engineering and digital strategy. Key Responsibilities 1. Web Strategy & Leadership ·        Define and execute the web engineering strategy and roadmap, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture and digital channel priorities. ·        Champion modernization initiatives such as progressive web apps (PWAs), micro-frontends, cloud-native web delivery, and responsive design. ·        Stay current with emerging web technologies (WebAssembly, headless CMS, API-driven frontends) to drive innovation. 2. Web Platform Delivery ·        Oversee the end-to-end development lifecycle of web applications, portals, and enterprise digital front-ends. ·        Ensure platforms are secure, high-performing, accessible, and cross-browser/device optimized. ·        Drive adoption of CI/CD pipelines, containerized web deployments, and automated testing frameworks. ·        Partner with backend, mobile, and integration teams to deliver seamless omni-channel experiences. 3. Governance, Risk & Compliance ·        Enforce secure coding standards and ensure adherence to regulatory and compliance requirements (e.g., accessibility, data protection, PCI). ·        Implement observability and performance monitoring frameworks for web applications. ·        Align web engineering governance with enterprise-wide security, risk, and compliance frameworks. 4. Leadership & People Development ·        Lead and mentor web engineers, UI/UX developers, and front-end specialists. ·        Build organizational expertise in modern JavaScript frameworks (React, Angular, Vue), CSS architectures, and API-first design. ·        Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and engineering excellence across web teams. ·        Drive career development, upskilling, and succession planning for web engineering talent.   5. Stakeholder & Vendor Management ·        Partner with digital channels, product owners, and design teams to shape customer-centric web experiences. ·        Collaborate with external vendors, CMS providers, and hosting partners to ensure quality and performance. ·        Represent web engineering in enterprise engineering forums, steering committees, and digital strategy boards Educational Qualifications ·        Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or related field (mandatory). ·        Postgraduate qualification (MSc in IT/Software, MBA) – advantageous. Professional Certifications (preferred): ·        Cloud certifications (AWS/Azure/GCP Architect or Developer). ·        Front-end/web certifications (React, Angular, or equivalent). ·        Agile/SAFe certifications (Scrum Master, Product Owner, SAFe Practitioner). ·        DevOps/CI-CD certifications (Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins, etc.). Relevant Experience ·        6–10 years’ experience in web engineering, with at least 5 years in leadership roles. ·        Proven track record in delivering large-scale, customer-facing web applications and portals. ·        Strong background in front-end frameworks (React, Angular, Vue) and back-end integration for web platforms. ·        Hands-on experience in responsive design, accessibility standards (WCAG), and performance optimization. ·        Experience in cloud-native web delivery, CDN management, and web observability tools. ·        Familiarity with fintech, banking, or large-scale enterprise digital platforms preferred. Core Skills & Competencies ·        Deep expertise in modern web frameworks, front-end engineering, and API-driven architectures. ·        Strong understanding of user experience, accessibility, and performance optimization. ·        Excellent leadership and mentoring skills, with experience building diverse web teams. ·        Ability to balance innovation with governance, compliance, and enterprise standards. ·        Strong stakeholder engagement skills to bridge design, product, and engineering perspectives