Distinguished Engineer

The Distinguished Engineer is a senior individual contributor and recognized technical authority responsible for setting the direction of engineering excellence across the organization. This role defines the architectural vision, ensures technical quality, and shapes the long-term technology strategy. The Distinguished Engineer partners closely with executives and domain leads, mentors Principal Engineers, and provides technical leadership across multiple domains and technologies owned within the location.

Responsibilities

Product Ownership & Strategy 

• Define and lead the overall technical strategy, architecture, and design for complex systems and platforms. 

• Own and oversee a set of key technologies within the location, ensuring alignment with enterprise-wide architecture principles. 

• Drive technical excellence by establishing best practices, design standards, and governance mechanisms. 

• Act as a technical mentor and coach to Principal Engineers and senior technical leaders. 

• Partner with Product and Engineering leadership to translate business strategy into scalable technical solutions. 

• Evaluate emerging technologies and trends, assessing their potential impact and applicability. 

• Lead cross-functional initiatives to improve system scalability, performance, and resilience. 

• Provide deep technical expertise to solve complex architectural challenges. 

• Represent the organization as a thought leader internally and externally (e.g., conferences, publications, community engagement). 

• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning within the engineering community.

Qualifications

• 7–15 years of IT experience, with at least 5+ years in a Product/ Engineering Development or a Subject Matter Expert (SME) 

• Hands-on experience in mentoring technical teams and leading cross-functional collaboration 

• Managing cross-functional and globally distributed teams 

• Lead end-to-end product delivery, ensuring value-based prioritization and timely execution.

About UsHapag-Lloyd is one of the world’s leading liner shipping companies, connecting businesses and people across more than 600 ports worldwide. With a fleet of over 300 modern container ships and a vessel capacity of 2.5 million TEU, we keep global trade moving reliably every day.
Our global network spans 140 countries, 400 offices, and a growing portfolio of terminal and infrastructure investments. This scale enables us to deliver consistent, high‑quality service across continents and to support our customers in even the most complex supply chains.
When you join us, you become part of more than 18,000 colleagues working across borders, functions, and cultures, to not only to deliver quality for our customers, but to create innovation and opportunities across roles, regions, and perspectives.
We believe that every exploration is a chance to grow, and every port is a place to belong. About the Team
Technology center in Chennai
Welcome to Hapag-Lloyd Technology Center Chennai: Where Innovation Thrives

Hapag-Lloyd Technology Center Chennai, located in the Chennai World Trade Center, is more than just a captive center; it's a beacon of technological innovation. Hand in hand, with two other Hapag-Lloyd IT Hubs in Hamburg (Germany) and Gdansk (Poland), we are ushering in a new era of IT excellence.

Hapag Lloyd Technology Center was opened on June 1st, 2023, with a goal to rapidly expand, envisioning a team of 400+ experts in the coming years.

HLTC Leaders of Innovation
Leading HLTC Chennai are Balamurugan Palanivelu (CEO), Balaji Ramamoorthy (CTO), Vaishali Shetty (CHRO), and Sameer Saxena (CFO).

At Hapag-Lloyd Technology Center, our team is in constant expansion mode. Join us as we continue to grow and innovate! Your expertise can play a vital role in our dynamic and evolving environment.

Global Excellence in IT – Trusted Partner to Grow Your Career
Our Global ONE IT operates across three strategic hubs worldwide: Germany, Poland, and India. Together, we are dedicated to perfecting Hapag-Lloyd's IT solutions. With nearly 200 years in the business, innovation has always been in our DNA.

Our enduring presence makes us a reliable employer for those seeking a workplace that successfully adapts to a changing world, embracing ecological trends and innovation. At Hapag-Lloyd, your work is not only engaging but also has a real impact on our reality.

As we continue to evolve and enhance our market position, we are actively seeking the best IT experts to bring their diverse perspectives to our team.

Join us and be part of a team that is driving innovation, ecological responsibility, and excellence in IT. Your career will thrive with us!
https://www.hapag-lloyd.com/en/company/career/working-in-tech/our-offices/office-chen.html

Perks and Benefits at HLTC :

• Recreation: Play area with PS5, Table Tennis, Foosball, Carrom, and Chess
• Financial & Health: Provident Fund, Gratuity, Performance Bonus, Medical Insurance, Leave Travel Allowance
• Work-Life Balance: Hybrid model after 3 months based on Manager's approval (3 days in office, 2 days WFH), Generous Leave Policies
• Facilities: Car/Bike Parking, Food Court, Modern Office Environment
• Professional Development: HL Academy - Training Programs, Career Growth Opportunities, Employee Referral Policy,IJP.