Head of Engineering (Python)

Xcede Recruitment Solutions
London
1 year ago
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Role Overview
As the Head of Engineering, you will lead a talented and dynamic engineering team to drive the development and delivery of world-class AI-powered solutions. This is a unique opportunity to shape the technical strategy of a fast-growing organisation, blending strategic leadership with hands-on technical contributions to ensure the success of our platform and solutions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Define and execute the engineering vision, ensuring alignment with the companys broader goals and objectives.
  • Lead, mentor, and grow a team of engineers across various disciplines, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
  • Oversee the development lifecycle of core products, from ideation to deployment, ensuring scalability, security, and reliability.
  • Provide technical expertise, contributing to key architectural decisions and occasionally rolling up your sleeves to solve complex challenges.
  • Stay ahead of technological trends, identifying opportunities for innovation and ensuring our tech stack remains modern and competitive.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams, including product, data science, and operations, to deliver exceptional solutions to clients.
  • Establish and optimise engineering processes, tools, and best practices to enhance productivity and quality.

What Were Looking For

  • Proven track record as an engineering leader, ideally in a tech-forward, product-driven company.
  • Strong background in Python software development, architecture, and system design, with a preference for experience in AI, machine learning, or data-intensive platforms.
  • Demonstrated ability to inspire and guide engineering teams, with a focus on fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability.
  • Hands-on approach to solving complex technical challenges and implementing practical, scalable solutions.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, capable of articulating technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

Why Join Us?
Be at the forefront of innovation in a high-growth industry.
Lead and shape the future of a talented engineering team.
Work on challenging and impactful projects that make a difference.
Enjoy a collaborative, flexible, and inclusive work environment.

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