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Head of Software Engineering

Torod

Torod

Software Engineering
Riyadh Saudi Arabia
Posted on Saturday, August 31, 2024

Are you a visionary leader with a passion for building innovative and scalable SaaS solutions? Do you have deep expertise in PHP and a proven track record of building high-performing engineering teams? If so, we want you on our team!

Torod, a fast-growing SaaS company in the Shipping Management space, is seeking a talented and experienced Head of Engineering to lead our dynamic engineering team. In this critical role, you will be responsible for shaping the technical direction of our company, driving innovation, and ensuring the successful delivery of our products.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide strategic leadership and direction for the entire engineering organization, fostering a culture of collaboration, excellence, and continuous improvement.
  • Lead the development and implementation of a clear technical vision and roadmap aligned with the overall business strategy.
  • Architect and build scalable, secure, and maintainable SaaS solutions using PHP (including frameworks like Symfony) and other relevant technologies.
  • Recruit, build, and mentor a high-performing engineering team, fostering a strong culture of ownership and accountability.
  • Oversee all aspects of the software development lifecycle (SDLC), including requirements gathering, design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance.
  • Champion best practices in software development, including code reviews, continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD), and automated testing.
  • Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams (product, design, marketing, sales) to ensure a seamless product development process.
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies in the PHP ecosystem.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum 3-5 years of experience in enterprise software engineering leadership roles.
  • Proven track record of building and scaling high-performing engineering teams in a fast-paced environment.
  • Deep expertise in PHP development, including modern frameworks like Laravel, Symfony.
  • Strong understanding of software development best practices, including Agile methodologies, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps principles.
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
  • Experience working with cloud platforms (GCP, Oracle) are a plus.
  • A strategic thinker with a data-driven approach to decision-making.

Bonus Points:

  • Experience building SaaS applications.
  • Knowledge of DevOps principles and tools.
  • Passion for building a diverse and inclusive engineering team.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Equity ownership in a high-growth company.
  • Opportunity to lead and shape the technical direction of a cutting-edge SaaS platform.
  • Work with a talented and passionate team in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.
  • Make a real impact and contribute to the success of a rapidly growing company.

Ready to Lead Our Engineering Team?

If you are a passionate and experienced engineering leader who thrives in building innovative solutions, we encourage you to apply! Please submit your resume and cover letter to talent@torod.co

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Application Process:

Application Start Date: 29-08-2024

Application Deadline: 20-09-2024

Last Interview: 30-09-2024

Targeted Join Date: 1 Dec 2024