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.

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How You’ll Work