A global fintech is building a new Engineering team in Sydney.

We're looking for an experienced Engineering Manager who combines solid people leadership with genuine technical depth.

The role

You will:

- Lead a team of software engineers across multiple levels.
- Work with senior engineers on architecture and system design.
- Partner closely with Product.
- Manage incidents and operational readiness.
- Coach engineers and provide career development.
- Lead hiring, performance management and retention.
- Work closely with engineering teams and stakeholders across Europe.
- Help shape the structure, culture and technical direction of the new Sydney team.

What we're looking for

- 3-5 years' people leadership experience preferred.
- Experience managing engineering teams of approximately 6-7 people.




- Strong software engineering background.
- Technology : Python | Django | FastAPI | PostgreSQL | Kafka | AWS
- Strong understanding of architecture and system design.
- Ability to engage technically with senior engineers.

You won't be expected to code day-to-day, but you will need sufficient technical depth to participate in architecture and system design discussions.

Industry background

Payments, fintech or banking experience is preferred but not essential.

Strong Engineering Managers from high-scale environments involving distributed systems, transaction platforms or complex SaaS products will also be considered.

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📌 Engineering Manager (City of Sydney)
🏢 Kaliba
📍 City of Sydney