Director of Engineering - Backend Architecture

Description :

We are seeking a Director of Engineering for a funded AI SaaS

Job Profile :

• Technology Leadership : Define and drive the technical vision and strategy, particularly in building scalable, distributed, and high-performance systems.
• System Architecture : Lead design discussions and architectural reviews, ensuring systems are robust, secure, and capable of supporting rapid scale.
• People Leadership : Manage and grow a team of engineers, including senior / principal engineers; foster a culture of ownership, innovation, and engineering excellence.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration : Partner with product, data, and AI / ML teams to align technical execution with business priorities.
• Execution & Delivery : Ensure timely, high-quality delivery of critical projects, balancing long-term architecture with short-term business needs.
• Mentorship : Coach and develop engineering managers and senior engineers, building leadership capacity within the team.
• Innovation : Stay current with advances in cloud, SaaS, AI / ML, and distributed systems; champion adoption of modern technologies and practices where relevant.

Director of Engineering Requirements :

Preferred Qualifications :

(ref : hirist.tech)