Head of Software Engineering / VP Engineering

Head of Software Engineering / VP Engineering, Remote, UK

We are looking for an experienced Head of Software Engineering to oversee all of the engineering and report directly to our CEO. This person will be tasked with leading the efforts of building the next generation of solutions encompassing algorithmic ad placement and machine learning. We're looking for an innovative thinker with strong ability and experience in leading high-performing technical teams to impressive results.

Our team are all remote workers in the UK, and the candidate will need to demonstrate considerable experience in running remote development teams. Furthermore, the candidate will with experience in the core stack (C#, React, AWS) and will be hands-on, leading by example, in the development of our applications.

Tech Stack

* AWS through and through. We're using as much AWS technology as possible within the core of our products to reduce time to market, improve interoperability, and drive cost efficiencies.
* C# for back-end development
* React.js for front-end development

Skills / Attributes Required

* 5 years + track record of building and managing successful software delivery teams, in a commercial SaaS web application development environment.
* A people person, capable of nurturing across the team, from our pool of first-class software graduates to motivating and coaching our team of very experienced senior engineers.
* Expert-level knowledge and experience in enterprise software engineering and best practices in the context of SaaS application development
* Strong experience working with enterprise architecture and interface design, proven success architecting complex software solutions
* Experience in running teams focused on machine learning and business process automation.
* Experience in working with the broadcast, media, and ad-tech sectors is very desirable
* Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills with a keen customer focus capable of presenting technical solutions to customers, investors, and other stakeholders.
* B.Sc Computer Science

Salary & Benefits

To attract the very best, we provide an attractive package of salary and benefits, with a great working environment and a supportive team. Benefits include;

* Attractive salary and benefits, including stock options
* Permanent working from home
* A great working environment, pioneering the next generation of audio advertising solutions
* A rewarding, inclusive corporate culture based on hiring the very best and giving them the freedom to excel