Head of Software Engineering [Riyadh]

Our client, a scale-up p in the MENA region, is seeking a Head of Engineering. In this crucial role, you will drive the technical strategy, oversee the development of our platform, and lead a team of engineers to deliver innovative solutions that align with the business objectives and customer needs. teams.

Responsibilities :

Technical Strategy and Architecture

• Define and execute the technical roadmap, ensuring alignment with business goals and market demands.
• Make critical decisions on technology stack and architecture, focusing on scalability and innovation.
• Lead the modernization of legacy systems through strategic planning and incremental improvements.

Team Leadership and Development

• Build, mentor, and manage a high-performing engineering team.
• Implement and refine best practices in software development, including Agile methodologies and XP principles.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and technical excellence.

Product Development and Delivery

• Collaborate closely with product and business teams to shape the product and execute on the technical products.
• Ensure the timely delivery of high-quality, scalable software that meets customer needs.
• Oversee the implementation of robust testing, deployment, and monitoring processes.

Performance Management and Metrics

• Establish and track key engineering metrics to drive continuous improvement.
• Optimize development processes and team productivity.
• Report on technical progress and challenges to senior leadership and stakeholders.

We are seeking an engineering leader who has :

• 12 years of experience building technical software products, with at least 4 of those years as a manager of an engineering team of 30
• Proven expertise in software architecture, system design, and scaling engineering processes in a startup environment.
• Strong track record of successfully modernizing legacy systems and implementing innovative solutions.
• Build relationships and enable continuous channels for stakeholders from different
• departments
• True customer mindset in every solution delivered
• Deep understanding of best practices in software development, including Agile methodologies and XP principles.