Technical Manager - .Net Core

• *Designation** – Technical Manager

• *Department** \- Technology / Engineering

• *Reporting To** \- Chief Operating Officer (COO)

• *Location \-** Carnival Infopark ( Work From Office)

• *Job Summary**

The Technical Manager is responsible for leading the organization's technical strategy, software development teams, project execution, and technology innovation initiatives. The role involves managing technical resources, ensuring high\-quality software delivery, driving architectural decisions, mentoring team members, and aligning technology solutions with business objectives.

• *Key Responsibilities**

Technology Strategy \& Architecture

• Define, implement, and guide technology roadmaps aligned with business objectives.
• Evaluate, recommend, and select appropriate technology stacks, frameworks, and architectural patterns.
• Ensure scalable, secure, and maintainable system architecture.
• Drive technology modernization initiatives and continuous improvement programs.
• Establish technical standards, development guidelines, and best practices across projects.

Code Review \& Quality Assurance

• Oversee coding standards and conduct technical reviews to ensure code quality.
• Ensure adherence to software development best practices and design principles.
• Promote automated testing, quality assurance processes, and test\-driven development practices.
• Champion CI/CD implementation and DevOps culture across teams.
• Monitor software quality metrics and ensure timely defect resolution.

Problem Solving \& Technical Leadership

• Provide technical guidance and direction for complex development challenges.
• Act as the primary escalation point for critical technical and architectural issues.
• Conduct root cause analysis for production incidents and implement preventive measures.
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and security.

Research \& Development (R\&D)

• Stay updated with emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices.
• Evaluate new tools, frameworks, and platforms for potential business adoption.
• Lead proof\-of\-concept (POC) initiatives and innovation projects.
• Recommend technology improvements that enhance productivity and business value.

• *Team Management**

Leadership \& Mentoring

• Lead and manage software developers, engineers, QA professionals, and technical teams.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, accountability, and continuous learning.
• Mentor team members in technical competencies, leadership skills, and career growth.
• Promote knowledge sharing and technical excellence across teams.

Hiring \& Onboarding

• Participate in workforce planning and technical recruitment activities.
• Conduct technical interviews and candidate evaluations.
• Support onboarding, training, and integration of new team members.

Performance Management

• Conduct periodic performance reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Define KPIs, goals, and development plans for team members.
• Monitor employee performance and ensure alignment with departmental and organizational objectives.
• Identify training needs and facilitate skill enhancement programs.

• *Project Management**

Planning \& Execution

• Translate business requirements into technical deliverables, project plans, and timelines.
• Collaborate with Product Managers, Business Analysts, and stakeholders to define project scopeand priorities.
• Ensure successful delivery of projects within agreed timelines, quality standards, and budgets.
• Monitor project progress and proactively address challenges.

Resource Allocation

• Allocate resources based on project requirements, technical expertise, and workload.
• Manage team capacity and optimize resource utilization.
• Resolve resource conflicts and ensure effective workload distribution.

Risk Management

• Identify technical risks, dependencies, and bottlenecks.
• Develop and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure business continuity through proper contingency planning.

Cross\-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with Product, Design, QA, DevOps, Operations, and Business teams.
• Facilitate communication between technical and non\-technical stakeholders.
• Represent the technology team in client meetings, management reviews, and stakeholder discussions.
• Support business development initiatives by providing technical insights and solutions.

Reporting \& Communication

• Provide regular project status reports and team performance updates to the COO.
• Present technical recommendations and strategic initiatives to senior management.
• Maintain clear project documentation, technical specifications, and process records.
• Ensure effective communication across teams and departments.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field.
• Master's Degree (preferred).
• 8\+ years of software development experience with at least 3\+ years in a technical leadership or management role.

• *Required Skills \& Competencies**

Technical Skills

• Software Architecture \& Design
• Full Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
• Cloud Technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• DevOps \& CI/CD Practices
• Database Design \& Optimization
• Application Security Best Practices
• Performance Tuning \& Scalability
• AI Automation Experience
• Flutter Experience

Managerial Skills

• Team Leadership \& Mentoring
• Strategic Planning
• Project Management
• Resource Management
• Risk Management
• Budgeting \& Financial Awareness
• Stakeholder Management

Soft Skills

• Excellent Communication Skills
• Problem\-Solving \& Decision\-Making
• Analytical Thinking
• Conflict Resolution
• Negotiation \& Collaboration
• Time Management

• *Preferred Certifications**

• PMP / PRINCE2
• Scrum Master Certification
• AWS/Azure/GCP Certifications
• ITIL Certification
• DevOps Certifications

Pay: ₹150,000\.00 \- ₹225,000\.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate

• Kochi, Kerala (Kochi): Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s)

• Are you an immediate joiner?

Experience

• Team management: 4 years (Required)
• .NET Core: 8 years (Required)
• APIs: 8 years (Required)

Work Location: In person