About us    Devtech provides digital innovation services that help Fortune 1000 and emerging companies transform, scale and disrupt. We partner with our clients to envision and develop next-gen digital and cloud solutions that drive impactful business outcomes through people and technology.  Our mission is to empower every innovative business in the world to do what they do best, even better .  Founded in 2012, Devtech successfully bootstrapped the business for many years before securing institutional growth capital in 2022 and 2024 to fuel our next stages of growth. We are a team of over 300 professionals across Europe and North America, and our continued growth is a testament to the quality of work our teams produce.  At Devtech, we’re fostering an environment of autonomy, mastery, and purpose, where our team members can grow and thrive. As we continue to scale globally, we're excited to welcome new team members who share our curiosity and growth mindset, and are ready to make an impact! What would you do:  As Head of AI Software Development, reporting to the VP of Service Delivery & Customer Success, you will be responsible for guiding the technical vision and strategy that converges AI, Machine Learning, and mainstream software development. This senior leadership role will be pivotal in driving the next evolution of Devtech’s digital services, ensuring the seamless integration of AI technologies into every layer of our software development lifecycle process and overall services. In this role, you will oversee cross-functional teams of AI Engineers, Software Engineers and Architects, Data Scientists, DevOps Engineers, and QA Engineers, leading the strategic use of AI to enhance scalability, efficiency, and innovation in our service offering. Working in close collaboration with the senior leadership team, you will steer the organization towards AI-driven solutions that not only stay ahead of technological advancements but also deliver transformative, measurable business outcomes. Lead the AI software development direction, by defining and executing a cohesive strategy that integrates AI with traditional SDLC. Ensure alignment with Devtech’s mission and business objectives, leveraging AI to unlock new possibilities in solution delivery, automation, and efficiency. Be a driving force behind AI-driven innovation, spearheading initiatives that apply AI and machine learning to enhance all phases of the software development lifecycle. Introduce new AI technologies to optimize automated testing, code generation, performance monitoring, and deployment, positioning Devtech at the cutting edge of technological advancements. Set and execute Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) that focus on ensuring Devtech’s leadership in AI-enhanced solutions while achieving practical, business-oriented outcomes. Build and lead cross-functional technical teams by overseeing hiring, onboarding, and management of AI Engineers, Software Engineers and Architects, Data Scientists, DevOps Engineers, and QA Engineers, fostering collaboration across teams. Provide mentorship to technical leaders and build career development paths. Establish and roll-out AI-driven technical and engineering standards across the software development lifecycle (SDLC). Ensure teams adopt the latest methodologies, tools, and best practices, emphasizing scalability, security, reliability, and productivity improvements. Develop, track and meet KPIs to measure and improve team performance, delivery success and technical excellence. Partner with delivery, sales, product, and account management teams to develop AI-infused technical strategies that meet client needs. Lead engagements that help clients adopt and transform their business with AI-powered solutions, positioning Devtech as a thought leader in AI-driven digital transformation. Ensure end-to-end technical execution of commercial engagements, ensuring it’s in line with clients’ business objectives, agreed requirements, and technical standards. Identify and mitigate technical risks, ensuring that performance, scalability, reliability, and compliance requirements are effectively met. Build strong relationships with key client’s stakeholders, acting as the technical authority on strategic accounts. Communicate complex technical concepts in clear, actionable terms to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring high levels of client satisfaction and successful project outcomes. Oversee project margins and contribute to the department's P&L, ensuring financial health projects. Work collaboratively with Sales, Account Management, Architecture and other cross-functional teams to contribute to presales, upselling cycles, and proposal creation. Establish and lead a Community of Practice that focuses on AI-Enabled software engineering. Promote a culture of continuous learning and innovation. Serve as an internal and external thought leader on AI-driven software development. Represent the company at industry events, contribute to AI-focused publications, and support go-to-market strategies through speaking engagements and content creation. What you will need: 15+ years of experience in a senior technology leadership role, within the technology consulting or software services sector. Extensive experience leading large-scale engineering, AI, and QA teams and leading technical leaders. Strong leadership, coaching, and mentoring skills, with a focus on team development and performance management. Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, technical roadmap development, and overseeing cross-functional projects from concept to delivery. Expertise in AI technologies, machine learning frameworks, and data-driven solutions, with a strong understanding of modern software development practices and methodologies. Experience in managing project margins, contributing to P&L, and optimizing resource allocation. Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence across the organization and lead complex client engagements. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science. Experience in fintech, cybersecurity, or other technology-driven industries preferred. What we offer:  Development program (training & conferences, internal knowledge sharing) Outstanding referral bonuses Private health insurance and 100% paid sick leave25 days of vacation Paternity leave – 15 days for new dads Reduced working hours for the first month after returning from maternity Mental health program... Powered by JazzHR