Head of Engineering

ALPHA Augmented is a Swiss startup using AI and advanced optimization algorithms to transform logistics. Our solutions help Fortune 500 companies cut logistics costs by over 20% while reducing CO₂ emissions through smarter packing and freight utilization. Join a mission-driven team where innovation meets impact, transforming global supply chains for a sustainable future.

Role Summary

As Head of Engineering , you lead ALPHA Augmented’s engineering organization , driving the development of our AI-driven logistics platform . In close partnership with the CEO and COO , you translate business and customer requirements into a focused technology roadmap, oversee architecture and infrastructure, and scale a high-performing engineering team. You are accountable for the company’s technology strategy, reliability, security, and cost efficiency , as well as for fostering an engineering culture that delivers measurable business impact.

This is a unique opportunity to lead a proven technology organization that already serves live enterprise customers and to elevate our platform, processes, and engineering practices to enterprise-grade quality and reliability. Your mandate is to sharpen focus, accelerate delivery, and grow people while strengthening ALPHA’s IP and data assets.

Your Responsibilities

Develop and implement ALPHA’s technology and data strategies in line with company goals.

Translate business and customer needs into an outcome-driven technology roadmap.

Own system architecture and cloud infrastructure; select the tech stack, make build-vs-buy decisions, and manage vendors.

Define and uphold engineering standards for code quality, testing, CI / CD, observability, security, and documentation.

Ensure platform reliability, scalability, and performance through monitoring, incident reviews, and continuous improvement.

Lead, coach, and retain a high-performing engineering organization that operates with clarity, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Manage the full recruitment pipeline for engineering roles, from sourcing to onboarding.

Collaborate with Operations and Commercial teams to align priorities, delivery timelines, and business outcomes.

Engage with key customers on integrations, performance, and security topics to inform technical direction.

Oversee budgets and drive cost-efficient architectural and operational decisions.

Plan and manage system changes and upgrades to minimize disruption and technical risk.

Maintain a strong security posture and ensure compliance with internal and customer requirements.

Your Qualifications

8+ years of experience in software, data, or platform engineering, including several years in a senior leadership role.

Proven ability to define and execute technology strategy that supports measurable business outcomes.

Strong architectural judgment across modern web platforms, APIs, data systems, and cloud infrastructure (preferably Azure).

Experience leading cross-functional engineering teams across backend, frontend, data, and algorithms.

Deep understanding of security, networking, and compliance in cloud environments, including identity, secrets, network boundaries, and SDLC controls.

Track record of improving delivery performance through strong process design, documentation, and clear technical standards.

Demonstrated success hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing engineers and technical leads.

Experience managing budgets, vendor relationships, and cost optimization without compromising quality.

Hands-on familiarity with modern development practices (CI / CD, observability, IaC) and a pragmatic approach to technical debt.

Excellent communication skills ; able to translate between business, logistics, and technical domains.

Nice to Have

Background in logistics, optimization, operations research, or machine learning .

Experience with data governance, MDM, and analytics platforms for enterprise customers.

How You’ll Work

Remote-first, CET-aligned. Collaboration hours optimized for deep work and team overlap.

Startup pace. Intensity varies by phase; we communicate clearly and solve problems together.