We are seeking a strong engineering lead to guide our engineering squads and drive the development of our cutting-edge product. Ideal candidates will have a strong technical background, proven leadership skills, and a passion for delivering high-quality SaaS solutions. This role will work alongside the CTO and manage 15-20 engineers across various squads (Front,Back,QA,AI), the development process and technical stack.
Responsibilities
- Lead and direct engineering squads, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, scalable, and reliable SaaS products
- Participate heavily in technical architecture discussions, ensuring longevity and scalable solutions which align with the product goals
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management, design, and customer success, to define and execute the product roadmap
- Foster a culture of innovation, excellence, and continuous improvement within the engineering team
- Establish and implement engineering best practices, processes, and standards to ensure efficient and effective development cycles
- Contribute to the codebase when needed, following the same best practices and acting as a role model
- Mentor and develop engineering talent, providing guidance and support to help team members achieve their full potential
- Oversee recruitment, retention, and professional development of a high-performing engineering team
- Manage and optimize the engineering budget, ensuring the efficient allocation of resources
- Build strong relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, partners, and vendors, to understand their needs and ensure Tektome’s engineering efforts align with business objectives
- Represent Tektome’s engineering team internally and externally, acting as a technical spokesperson and advocate
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
- 10+ years of software engineering experience at a senior level, with at least 2 years experience as a lead
- Ability to relocate to Tokyo, Japan (availability for in-person meetings with our leadership team is required)
- Strong technical expertise in software development, system architecture, and cloud-based solutions
- Proven track record of delivering high-quality, scalable, and reliable software solutions
- Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate, mentor, and develop talent
- Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels
- Experience working in a fast-paced, agile environment
- Passion for the hospitality industry and a commitment to delivering exceptional customer experiences
- A humble spirit and a drive for continual self-improvementStrong technical expertise in software development, system architecture, and cloud-based solutions
Nice to haves
While not specifically required, tell us if you have any of the following.
- A humble spirit and a drive for continual self-improvement Strong technical expertise in software development, system architecture, and cloud-based solutions
- Experience working in the AEC or construction technology industry
- N2 Japanese
