Head of Engineering (ID 893)

Strategic Leadership:

• Develop and implement the engineering departmentvision, short-term and long-term goals, aligning with the companys overall strategic objectives.
  

• Design and execute strategies for future development projects, ensuring scalability and alignment with business goals.
  

  
  

  Team Management and Development:
  

  • Lead, mentor, and upskill a diverse team of Technical Architects, Tech Leads, and Software Engineers.
    

  • Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the engineering team.
    

    
    

    Project Oversight:
    

    • Oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of software development projects, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.
      

    • Monitor and enhance the reliability and performance of all software development projects.
      

      
      

      Innovation and Best Practices:
      

      • Implement best practices to maximize productivity and efficiency.
        

      • Introduce innovative practices and technologies, including AI and GPT, to enhance team productivity and operational efficiency.
        

        
        

        Collaboration and Compliance
        

        • Work closely with the IT infrastructure team to ensure secure and effective operation of internal and client projects/systems.
          

        • Ensure compliance with data and infrastructure security regulations and industry standards.
          

          
          

          Talent Acquisition and Management:
          

          • Lead the recruitment of top talent, including Technical Architects, Software Engineers, and Interns.
            

          • Coordinate and oversee the onboarding and training of new hires.
            

            
            

            Policy and Standards Development:
            

            • Review and update policies relevant to internal and external systems to ensure alignment with best practices and regulatory requirements.
              

              
              
              Requirements

              
              

              • Proven experience as a Director/VP of Engineering or a similar senior role in an IT Services company with a headcount of 1000+.
                

              • Extensive experience with cloud technologies and hands-on experience in both front-end and back-end development (web and mobile).
                

              • Strong understanding of agile development methodologies and excellent project management skills.
                

              • Exceptional leadership abilities with a focus on leading (not just managing) engineering teams and collaborating with other departments.
                

              • Masterdegree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
                

              • Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal.