Engineering Strategy & Project Manager

Job Description

Company Description

Trademarkia® is the world’s largest visual search engine for trademarked logos, names, and slogans, with an extensive database of over millions of trademarks. With over 120,000 clients worldwide, Trademarkia offers free software and technology for seamless trademark searches, filings, monitoring, and legal automation processes. At Trademarkia, we make the law accessible to everyday people through our unique approach, providing google meet, zoom, and 24/7 legal support. Experience the convenience of conducting trademark searches with ease and access to a team of US and International licensed attorneys, including former USPTO Examiners, all in one place.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role as an Engineering Strategy & Project Manager located in Chennai. The Engineering Strategy & Project Manager will oversee and coordinate strategic engineering projects from inception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop and implement engineering strategies and drive project success.

Position Overview:

We are looking for a people-first leader with a strong grasp of project management and the ability to inspire and guide a team of 40 engineers. This is a management-focused role, perfect for someone with a background in leadership, project execution, and strategic thinking. While not highly technical, the ideal candidate should possess a natural curiosity and capacity to understand technical concepts and bridge the gap between engineering and senior management. If you have a background in social sciences, humanities, or related fields but thrive in leading technical teams and managing projects, this role is for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership: Manage, mentor, and inspire a team of 40 engineers, many of whom have 1 to 3 years of experience. Foster a positive, collaborative, and high-performance culture.
• Project Management: Oversee multiple engineering projects, ensuring timely delivery, adherence to deadlines, and alignment with company goals.
• Strategic Planning: Develop and implement strategies to optimize workflows, improve team efficiency, and achieve organizational objectives.
• Stakeholder Communication: Act as the primary liaison between the engineering team and senior management, translating technical concepts into actionable insights and vice versa.
• Organizational Excellence: Maintain detailed project timelines, manage resources effectively, and ensure alignment across cross-functional teams.
• Problem Solving: Address and resolve project or team challenges with creativity, confidence, and pragmatism.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process enhancements and foster a culture of innovation and curiosity within the team.

Qualifications:

• Education & Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Social Sciences, Business, Engineering, or related disciplines).
• 3 to 5 years of experience in management or leadership roles, preferably with exposure to engineering or technical teams.
• Skills & Competencies:
• Proven leadership abilities with a track record of managing large teams and fostering team growth.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to juggle multiple projects and deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to bridge the gap between technical teams and non-technical stakeholders.
• Natural curiosity and the capacity to grasp technical concepts without requiring deep technical expertise.
• Confidence in decision-making and the ability to inspire trust and respect among team members.
• Familiarity with project management tools and methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum, or Kanban).
• Personal Traits:
• Empathetic and people-oriented, with a focus on team development.
• Detail-oriented yet strategic, able to see both the big picture and the finer details.
• Adaptable, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to lead a talented and ambitious team.
• A collaborative, innovative, and supportive work environment.
• Make a direct impact on the success of cutting-edge AI-driven solutions.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.