As the Head of Engineering, you will be responsible for setting the strategic direction of our engineering organization. You will work closely with the CTO to translate the company’s long-term vision into actionable engineering policies, KPIs, and training initiatives. Your primary focus will be on building a high-performance engineering culture by establishing best practices, quality standards, and skill development frameworks. By driving operational excellence and continuous improvement, you will ensure that the engineering team is well-equipped to deliver innovative and scalable solutions that align with business goals.
Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership & Vision:
- Collaborate with the CTO to define and drive the long-term engineering vision and roadmap.
- Translate high-level business goals into engineering policies and strategic objectives.
Policy & KPI Development:
- Establish and implement engineering policies, standards, and KPIs that ensure code quality, QA processes, and deployment excellence.
- Set performance and quality metrics to continuously evaluate and improve engineering practices.
Team Enablement & Skills Enhancement:
- Design and oversee training programs and mentorship initiatives to enhance team skills and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
- Work with leadership to ensure that every engineer’s performance aligns with the company’s vision and strategic goals.
Quality & Process Oversight:
- Be accountable for the technical practices and methodologies that support robust, scalable, and high-quality software solutions.
- Implement best practices in development processes to minimize project churn caused by engineering shortcomings.
Resource & Recruitment Strategy:
- Partner with Recruitment to forecast hiring needs based on quarterly and annual goals aligned with the CTO’s vision.
- Develop strategies to build a high-performing, agile, and innovative engineering team.
Collaboration & Cross-Functional Alignment:
- Work with cross-functional leaders (Product, Sales, Client Success) to ensure that engineering standards and policies support broader business objectives.
- Provide strategic input during technical demos and client engagements when necessary, ensuring that engineering quality remains at the forefront.
Continuous Improvement:
- Monitor and analyze engineering performance metrics, using insights to refine policies, training, and processes.
- Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends to continually evolve our engineering practices.
Required Skills:
Leadership & Strategic Thinking:
- 10+ years of experience in engineering leadership with a proven track record of developing strategic initiatives and establishing operational frameworks.
- Strong ability to set vision and drive change through policy, process, and performance management.
Technical Expertise:
- Extensive experience with open-source web technologies (e.g., Python, PHP, JavaScript, .NET) and agile development practices.
- Deep understanding of quality assurance, code quality standards, and scalable software architectures.
Process-Oriented Mindset:
- Demonstrated experience in establishing and maintaining high standards for engineering practices and processes.
- Ability to design and implement effective KPIs and performance metrics for large engineering teams.
Soft Skills:
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
- Proven ability to mentor and inspire technical talent while driving a culture of continuous improvement.
What We Offer:
- An opportunity to shape the future of our engineering organization.
- A collaborative environment where your strategic insights will directly impact our growth and technological excellence.
- Competitive compensation and benefits, with a strong focus on personal and professional development.
Experience:
- Experience: 10+ years of experience in architectural design and development for large-scale, highly reliable, and highly available applications, with a proven track record of success in engineering leadership roles.
What are we offering?
- Health Insurance
- Provident Fund
- Annual Paid Leaves
- Compensation Plans
- Paid Certifications & Training
- Car Finance Program
- Bike Finance Program
- Child Education Program
- Two Annual Trips
- Stars Of the Month Rewards
- Quarterly Meetups
- Referral Bonuses
- Birthday & Eid Gifts
Skills:
Problem Solving Skills, Strategic, Leadership, Strong communication Skills,