Head of Engineering - IT

Head of EngineeringRole PurposeThe Head of Engineering will lead the entire technology function, combining strategic technical leadership with operational excellence. This role is responsible for defining the technical vision, ensuring architectural integrity, driving scalable system design, and managing day-to-day engineering execution to deliver high-quality digital products aligned with business goals.Role NatureStrategic Leadership: Own and drive the technical vision, architecture, and long-term roadmapOperational Leadership: Oversee daily execution, task allocation, and delivery trackingHands-on Involvement: Provide technical guidance and intervene in complex problem-solving when requiredKey Responsibilities1. Technical Strategy & ArchitectureDefine, own, and evolve the company’s technical roadmapReview and approve system architecture, ensuring alignment with business objectivesEnsure scalability, reliability, and high performance of all production systemsDrive continuous improvement initiatives and manage technical debt effectively2. Governance, Quality & SecurityEstablish and enforce engineering standards, coding practices, and development frameworksDefine and oversee security protocols, system hardening, and compliance measuresReview and approve critical technical decisions and platform-wide changesEnsure adherence to quality benchmarks across all engineering outputs3. Technical Operations (Daily Execution)Oversee task assignment across backend, frontend, mobile, and cross-functional teamsMonitor progress and ensure timely delivery of features, enhancements, and bug fixesSupervise CI/CD pipelines and ensure efficient, stable deploymentsManage and optimize Dockerized environments for system reliabilityProactively resolve blockers and ensure seamless coordination across teams4. Technical LeadershipConduct high-level code reviews and enforce engineering excellenceProvide mentorship, technical direction, and support to development teamsEnsure alignment with architectural standards in all development activitiesBuild team capabilities and drive continuous learning and upskilling5. Cross-Functional & Executive CollaborationPartner with executive leadership to align technology initiatives with business strategySupervise the IT Team Leader (if applicable) or directly manage engineering operationsPlay a key role in hiring, team structuring, and scaling the engineering organizationContribute to strategic decision-making at the leadership levelRequired Technical Stack (Hands-on & Architectural Expertise)Mobile: FlutterBackend: Node.js, TypeScriptDatabase: PostgreSQL, RedisFrontend: React.js, TanStack QueryDevOps: CI/CD Pipelines, Dockerized EnvironmentsMandatory RequirementsProven experience as Head of Engineering, IT Manager, or Technical ArchitectStrong track record of managing development teams and overseeing daily executionDeep expertise in backend systems and API architectureExperience building and managing scalable, high-availability production systemsStrong knowledge of containerization (Docker) and CI/CD workflowsExcellent communication skills with fluency in EnglishPreferred QualificationsExperience working with digital platforms or marketplace-based productsPrior exposure to or experience within the Saudi market is a strong advantageExperience in cloud-native architectures and modern deployment practicesKey CompetenciesStrategic thinking and technical visionLeadership and team managementStrong decision-making and problem-solving skillsExecution focus with attention to quality and timelinesStakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration#J-18808-Ljbffr