Head of Product Engineering

Your skills

• Ability to provide a clear product vision and synchronize technical implementations to align with the overall product strategy
• Possess a deep understanding of technical details and implementation methods to validate ideas and identify necessary code fixes or component details
• Previous experience in an engineering management role
• Strong programming skills, particularly in back-end development
• Proficiency in web application development
• Strong knowledge of AWS
• Expertise in scope and schedule management to ensure efficient project execution
• Skills to optimize team productivity through effective resource management
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide and inspire a team
• Ability to think strategically and drive the technical direction and growth of products
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex technical challenges and make data-driven decisions
• Effective decision-making skills to solve complex problems and make informed choices
• Proven track record in successful project execution
• Fluent English (both writing and speaking)
• Ability to take initiative and be proactive in driving innovation and exploring new technologies

Would be a plus

• AWS certification

Your responsibilities

• Set the overall vision and strategy for the product engineering team
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define the product roadmap and align engineering efforts with company goals
• Provide leadership and manage the product engineering team
• Hire and onboard new team members, establish clear roles and responsibilities, and foster a positive work environment
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members
• Oversee the entire product development lifecycle, from concept to release
• Define project scope, establish timelines, and manage resource allocation to ensure efficient and timely delivery
• Ensure that products are developed efficiently, meet quality standards, and are delivered on time
• Possess a deep understanding of product engineering and stay up-to-date with industry trends
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless coordination and alignment
• Foster effective communication and collaboration between teams
• Implement and maintain quality assurance processes
• Conduct code reviews and establish testing frameworks to ensure product reliability and quality
• Actively seek feedback from users and stakeholders to iterate on the product and continuously improve its quality
• Participate in project planning and budgeting activities
• Provide input on resource allocation, cost estimation, and risk assessment
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement within the team
• Identify areas for enhancement and implement changes to increase efficiency and productivity
• Engage with key stakeholders to understand requirements, gather feedback, and address concerns
• Effectively communicate technical aspects of products
• Demonstrate curiosity towards new technologies and market trends, staying updated and leveraging new tools and methodologies to drive innovation within the team

What you will work on

• Mailtrap.io — our headliner in the world of safe email testing (with over 1m users)