Head of Engineering

Head of Engineering

$200K-$300K + benefits

Fully Remote - EU/US/UK

About the job

Company:

A multidisciplinary research institute exploring development and future of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is seeking a Head of Engineering to align its technical infrastructure with the organization's long-term goals. This role involves managing a small team of engineers and overseeing the development of web platforms, databases, and AI evaluation systems.

Role:

We are seeking a Head of Engineering to lead our technical team and guide strategic growth. You will ensure that the institute's technical infrastructure, including its website, databases, data collection pipelines, and AI benchmarking systems, effectively supports its broader mission to research and communicate the future impacts of AI.

As Head of Engineering, you will oversee the technical operations that underpin the organization's research outputs and public-facing tools.

You will lead a team of engineers, direct project execution, mentor technical staff, and occasionally contribute directly to the codebase. You will help set technical priorities, make high-level architectural decisions, and collaborate closely with leadership, researchers, designers, and stakeholders to translate organizational needs into actionable engineering plans.

Core Responsibilities:

• Manage and mentor a team of 3-5 engineers, supporting technical growth, task prioritization, and process improvements.
• Develop and articulate a clear technical strategy aligned with the organization's mission and goals.
• Oversee the architecture, infrastructure, and security of the tech stack, including websites, databases, benchmarking pipelines, and internal tools.
• Make strategic decisions regarding technologies, hiring, and resource allocation.
• Foster a culture of scalability, maintainability, and technical excellence, while maintaining lean and efficient development cycles.
• Support the development of interactive data visualization tools and systems that enhance the organization's research dissemination efforts.

Required Qualifications:

• Strong technical expertise as a software engineer, with a proven record of delivering high-quality, impactful projects.
• Proficiency with TypeScript/JavaScript and Python.
• Experience managing and leading technical teams, especially in fast-paced, growing environments.
• Solid background in system architecture, cloud infrastructure, and diverse technology stack management.
• An ownership mindset, capable of balancing high-level strategic planning with hands-on technical execution.
• Deep interest in AI research and its societal impacts.

Benefits:

• Fully remote work environment with flexible scheduling.
• Support for relocation and visa sponsorships in certain jurisdictions (including the U.S. and U.K.).
• Comprehensive global benefits package, including:
• Health insurance and local supplementary benefits as applicable.
• Life insurance and pension plans (where available).
• Generous time off policies:
• Minimum 30 days of paid time off per year.
• Unlimited personal and sick leave.
• Up to 6 months of paid/unpaid parental leave during the first two years after a child's birth or adoption.
• Generous equipment and learning/development expense policy.
• Paid attendance at team retreats (three per year) and relevant conferences.
• Access to well-equipped office spaces (where available), including meals, snacks, and gym facilities.
• A collaborative and mission-driven team environment.

* This is a full-time, fully remote position. Candidates should have working hours overlapping UTC and UTC-8 time zones to support collaboration across the globally distributed team.

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