Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Engineering Lead to join our dynamic technology team based in Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur. This pivotal role involves steering the successful delivery of cutting-edge, innovative products and solutions that align with the strategic goals of Standard Chartered. You will provide expert technical leadership to multiple engineering squads, driving excellence and innovation throughout the product lifecycle. You will work closely with diverse teams including product management, user experience design, and operations to ensure robust, scalable solutions that meet business needs. This role demands strong strategic thinking, proactive problem solving, and a commitment to maintaining high standards across all technical deliverables. Your leadership will foster a culture of collaboration and continual improvement, ensuring that technology efforts contribute meaningfully to the bank’s growth and operational objectives.

As the Engineering Lead, you will champion best practices in software engineering, advocate for architectural integrity, and ensure seamless integration of multifaceted systems. The position offers opportunities to influence the future technology roadmap and engage with senior stakeholders to champion innovations that drive competitive advantage. This role is based in a fully office-based setting, requiring excellent team coordination and communication skills to lead and inspire engineering talent effectively.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership
• Develop and execute comprehensive technology strategies that align with both immediate project needs and the long-term vision of the organisation.
• Lead the design and implementation of complex, enterprise-wide technical solutions, ensuring seamless integration across multiple platforms and systems.
• Collaborate with Subdomain Tech Leads to shape and refine technology roadmaps, ensuring alignment with business priorities.
• Provide insightful analysis and forecasting to support strategic planning and resource allocation.
• Drive technical assessments and compliance activities, including audit readiness and vendor evaluations in partnership with procurement teams.

Operational Excellence
• Serve as the primary escalation point for complex technical challenges, swiftly resolving impediments to maintain project momentum.
• Promote a culture of engineering excellence by setting high standards for code quality, documentation, and technical delivery.
• Collaborate closely with Product Owners to prioritize backlogs based on business value and technical dependencies, ensuring timely delivery of key capabilities.
• Oversee and mentor multiple engineering teams (squads or hives), fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Bring knowledge of Wealth management technologies, with a preference for expertise in Microsoft Dynamics CRM, to enhance domain-specific solutions.

Process Optimization and Governance
• Lead initiatives to streamline engineering processes, increasing productivity, quality, and cross-team collaboration.
• Identify and address dependencies across projects to minimize delivery risks and improve timelines.
• Champion solution standardisation and promote the reuse of services and components.
• Define and uphold frameworks and standards that support product development and maintain alignment with enterprise technology policies.
• Work in partnership with IT Change and Release Management to architect strategic release plans that optimize feature deployment and system stability.
• Encourage a learning environment where engineers are motivated to pursue technical growth and excellence.

As a leader within our engineering community, you will not only guide the technical direction but also be instrumental in defining the team culture. You will stimulate innovation by fostering open communication, knowledge sharing, and continuous feedback. This role demands a balance between strategic foresight and hands-on engagement with technology challenges, supporting team members to overcome obstacles and delivering value to clients. You will also be responsible for staying abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends to keep our engineering practices competitive and relevant. Collaboration across global teams and adapting to the dynamic financial services landscape are key aspects of this role.

The Engineering Lead will play a vital role in shaping the technical strategy for FX & Equities within the Wealth & Retail Banking technology division, ensuring that solutions are scalable, resilient, and secure. This role requires a comprehensive understanding of financial technology systems and the ability to translate complex business requirements into effective technical architectures. You will collaborate with multiple stakeholders to balance competing priorities and make well-informed decisions that support both technical integrity and business agility. Continuous improvement and innovation are central to this role, requiring a proactive approach to identifying opportunities that enhance efficiency and improve customer experience.

Qualifications

• Educated to Bachelor’s or Master’s degree level in Computer Science, Engineering, or related disciplines, providing a solid foundation in technical principles and problem solving.
• Holding professional certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Project Management Professional (PMP), or Certified ScrumMaster, evidencing expertise in cloud technologies, project management practices, and Agile methodologies.
• A commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with emerging technologies and industry best practices.
• Demonstrable understanding of compliance and governance frameworks within regulated industries.

Skills and Experience

Application Delivery and Project Leadership
• Extensive experience leading complex software development projects from inception to successful delivery within large enterprise environments.
• Proven ability to manage multiple, concurrent projects with competing deadlines while maintaining high standards of quality and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Expertise in Agile methodologies, including the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), supporting iterative development and continuous delivery.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to facilitate collaboration among diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Practical examples of successfully navigating complex project challenges, delivering outcomes aligned with business objectives.

Technical Expertise
• Deep engineering knowledge with the ability to engage in technical discussions regarding APIs, databases, system integrations, and coding implications.
• Experience with modern software development tools and processes, including continuous integration and deployment pipelines.
• Familiarity with cloud computing platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, including service provisioning and infrastructure management.
• Ability to assess and apply emerging technologies to meet evolving business requirements.

Problem Solving and Decision Making
• Strong analytical skills developed through practical experience, enabling precise identification and resolution of complex technical issues.
• Capacity to make well-reasoned decisions swiftly under pressure, balancing short-term needs with long-term architectural considerations.
• Experience in risk assessment and mitigation strategies to ensure project stability and reliability.
• Capability to foster innovative approaches while adhering to regulatory and organisational standards.

The successful candidate will demonstrate core competencies that include being action oriented with a focus on delivering results efficiently. Collaboration skills are essential to work effectively across teams and departments. A strong customer focus ensures solutions meet or exceed client expectations. The ability to provide clear guidance and clarity, especially under ambiguity, is critical to leading teams through uncertainty. Developing talent by coaching and mentoring others contributes to a high-performing environment. Strategic mindset and decision quality underpin sound business and technical decisions. Having the courage to challenge the status quo and instill trust within teams and stakeholders supports a culture of openness and integrity. Technical competencies will be evaluated to ensure alignment with the role’s responsibilities and expectations.

About Standard Chartered

Standard Chartered is a leading international bank with more than 170 years of history, committed to making a positive impact globally. We combine nimbleness and agility with scale to empower our clients, partners, and communities alike. Our purpose is driven by a unique diversity that fuels innovation and a brand promise that embodies being "here for good."

At Standard Chartered, we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all colleagues feel valued and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We promote integrity, accountability, and continuous learning in a collaborative workplace culture built on respect and shared success.

• Do the right thing: Uphold the highest ethical standards, act assertively with integrity, and commit to placing clients at the centre of all we do.
• Never settle: Constantly seek improvement, embrace innovation, simplify processes, and learn from experiences.
• Are better together: Encourage inclusivity, celebrate diverse talents and perspectives, and build long-lasting relationships founded on mutual respect.

What we offer

Aligned with our Fair Pay Charter, we offer a comprehensive and competitive remuneration package designed to support your overall wellbeing and work-life balance.

• Robust benefits: including core bank funding for retirement savings schemes, comprehensive medical and life insurance coverage, as well as optional flexible benefits tailored to personal needs.
• Generous time off: provisions such as annual leave, parental and maternity leave up to 20 weeks, extended sabbaticals up to 12 months, and volunteering leave to foster community engagement. Our minimum combined annual and public holidays total 30 days.
• Flexible working: arrangements enable you to balance office presence with remote working to suit personal circumstances and productivity.
• Wellbeing initiatives: access to Unmind, a leading digital mental health platform, resilience development courses, global Employee Assistance Programme, mental health first aid support, and a variety of practical self-help resources.
• Career growth: we nurture a culture of continuous learning with opportunities for reskilling, upskilling, and access to various learning platforms in physical, virtual, and digital formats.
• Inclusive community: become part of a values-driven organisation that prides itself on embracing diversity, promoting inclusion, and enabling everyone to thrive and achieve their full potential.