Director, Engineering

Founded in 2016, Katalon is the category leader in AI-augmented software testing, empowering hybrid testers—those blending manual, automation, and AI skills—to deliver exceptional digital experiences. Katalon enables software teams of any size to deliver world-class customer experiences faster, easier, and more efficiently.

Since its first launch, Katalon has experienced tremendous growth, serving more than 30,000 teams across 80+ countries, many of which are in the Fortune Global 500. Katalon has been named a G2 Leader in software testing for 11 consecutive quarters and a Great Place to Work for three consecutive years.

About Position

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Manager, Engineering, to join our dynamic and growing team. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to oversee and manage end-to-end delivery and resource management and provide leadership guidance and support for engineering members on providing delivery technology, architectural, performance, and security aspects. Your responsibilities are managing the timeline and quality of product delivery and building an Agile culture in engineering teams. Ultimately, you will lead the team to thrive in the development of the product roadmap with continuous improvement/delivery.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the development and implementation of Katalon's quality management platform
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to drive platform reliability, scalability, and innovation
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to the engineering team
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase team productivity and efficiency
• Recruit, retain, and manage a high-performing engineering team
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders (Product, Sales & Marketing,...)
• Ensure the optimization of software development processes and methodologies
• Coordinate and leading the effort of multiple cross functional teams to resolve Production incident and customer escalation

Must-have:

• Well-proven experience in leading multi-regional / distributed Agile development project teams for product companies or similar roles;
• Possesses solid knowledge and skill in software delivery, development process, and engineering management;
• Perform exemplary work in managing projects, practice/service, and mentor others in software engineering;
• Solid knowledge & practices with Agile methodologies;
• Solid knowledge & practices with DevOps culture;
• Expertise in using Jira and Confluence to manage project status and requirement scope as well as project information sharing;
• Knowledge and skillset to define team roadmap product backlog (Themes/Epic) for Engineering teams based on OKR/QPR set by Product;
• Strong ability to manage human resources; 
• Good human relations skills and ability to collaborate effectively across departments and teams;
• Technical background is advantageous to enable understanding of technical decisions and drive communication with the Product team;
• Excellent English communication – in both writing and speaking;
• Strong leadership, presentation, problem-solving skill;
• Being organizational, analytical, and hustle.

Nice-to-have:

• Certificates of Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) or any Agile/Scrum certificates; PMP certificate is preferred;
• Experience running projects applying continuous integration and continuous delivery is a plus.

At Katalon, we bring together self-starting, open-minded, and talented people while actively promoting a transparent and growth-enabling working environment. But don’t just take our word for it. Take a better look below!

• Total Remuneration: Satisfying your financial goals through competitive compensation and periodic performance bonuses.
• Well-being & Work-life Balance: Staying healthy through comprehensive health plans, flexible work arrangements, and generous paid leaves.
• Statutory Compliance: Labor compliance with local regulations that ensure employee security.
• Work Facilities & Accommodation: Top-notch equipment, supportive allowances, and A-class facilities.
• Diversity, Equity, Engagement, & Inclusion: Becoming part of a global team that celebrates differences, equal opportunity, and meaningful employee recognition.
• Growth & Rewards: Thriving professionally through employee enablement, a culture of trust, and rewarding performance.

Katalon is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We care about our people and celebrate our differences. We want to work with talented, collaborative, and innovative people. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other characteristics protected by law.