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The Manager of Platform Engineering leads a team to manage Cargill's data platforms, focusing on team management, technical guidance, and cross-team collaboration to deliver high-quality engineering solutions.
Job Purpose and Impact
The Manager, Platform Engineering leads a team of engineers supporting the development and operation of Cargill's data platform capabilities. This role focuses primarily on people leadership, cross-team coordination and enabling delivery across multiple data framework platform initiatives
The manager partners closely with platform leaders and global engineering teams to ensure strong collaboration across regions and continued growth of engineering talent on-site. While maintaining familiarity with modern data platform technologies and cloud ecosystems, the primary focus of the role is building a high-performing team, supporting engineering delivery and enabling platform initiatives to scale effectively.
Key Accountabilities
Qualifications
Disclaimer
Protect yourself against recruitment fraud. Cargill will not ask for money, processing fees, or bank information as a pre-condition of employment. We are aware that unauthorized individuals may have posed as Cargill recruiters, made contact about job opportunities, and extended job offers via text message, instant message or chat rooms. To ensure a job posting is legitimate, it must be listed on the Cargill.com/Careers website. Learn how to protect yourself from recruitment fraud
The Manager, Platform Engineering leads a team of engineers supporting the development and operation of Cargill's data platform capabilities. This role focuses primarily on people leadership, cross-team coordination and enabling delivery across multiple data framework platform initiatives
The manager partners closely with platform leaders and global engineering teams to ensure strong collaboration across regions and continued growth of engineering talent on-site. While maintaining familiarity with modern data platform technologies and cloud ecosystems, the primary focus of the role is building a high-performing team, supporting engineering delivery and enabling platform initiatives to scale effectively.
Key Accountabilities
- PROJECT MANAGEMENT: Oversees the delivery of engineering initiatives by coordinating work across teams, supporting prioritization, and ensuring projects progress according to defined timelines and objectives.
- TECHNICAL GUIDANCE: Provides technical leadership and guidance to engineering teams, promoting adoption of modern engineering practices, automation, and scalable platform design. Supports engineers in applying cloud-based technologies and platform capabilities effectively.
- QUALITY ASSURANCE: Promotes strong engineering quality practices including code reviews, testing, and adherence to established development standards to ensure reliable and maintainable software solutions.
- PROCESS IMPROVEMENT: Identifies opportunities to improve engineering processes and operational efficiency, supporting adoption of best practices and continuous improvement across the development lifecycle.
- COLLABORATION: Works closely with product managers, engineers, and cross-functional teams to align priorities, gather requirements, and support delivery of solutions that meet business and platform needs.
- DOCUMENTATION: Encourages development and maintenance of clear technical documentation for systems, processes, and platform capabilities to support knowledge sharing and operational continuity.
- TECHNICAL SUPPORT: Supports engineering teams in troubleshooting production issues and maintaining reliable platform operations to minimize downtime and ensure timely resolution of problems.
- STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT: Builds and maintains strong relationships with internal stakeholders, ensuring clear communication, alignment on priorities, and effective collaboration across teams.
- TEAM MANAGEMENT: Leads and develops a team of engineers by setting clear expectations, providing coaching and feedback, supporting career development, and fostering an inclusive and high-performing team culture.
Qualifications
- Minimum requirement of 8 years of relevant work experience. Typically reflects 10 years or more of relevant experience.
Disclaimer
Protect yourself against recruitment fraud. Cargill will not ask for money, processing fees, or bank information as a pre-condition of employment. We are aware that unauthorized individuals may have posed as Cargill recruiters, made contact about job opportunities, and extended job offers via text message, instant message or chat rooms. To ensure a job posting is legitimate, it must be listed on the Cargill.com/Careers website. Learn how to protect yourself from recruitment fraud
Top Skills
Automation
Cloud Technologies
Data Platform Technologies
Engineering Practices
Cargill Bengaluru, Karnataka, IND Office
Cargill’s office is part of a major IT hub in Bengaluru, offering top-tier amenities, including a vibrant cafeteria, sports facilities, and digitalized services. Convenient housing and dining options, and robust transportation make the location a convenient place to live and work.
Bengaluru Office
Cargill’s Bengaluru India Capability Center (ICC) plays a vital role in advancing the company’s global strategy. As a hub for digital and data innovation, the ICC is a strategic engine powering growth with customers, strengthening core operations, and exploring new and emerging markets. The Bengaluru team exemplifies Cargill’s commitment to people, purpose, and collaboration. The team’s work is central to bringing Cargill’s digital strategy to life and shaping the future of food and agriculture.
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