As Director of Engineering, you will lead a high-performing engineering organization at a pivotal stage of growth. You will bridge the gap between technical excellence and product innovation, specifically overseeing the integration of AI-driven features. This role requires a strategic leader capable of scaling culture and engineering practices in a fast-paced environment.
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Director of Engineering at Scale-up European Marketplace Startup
Are you a seasoned engineering leader with US tech experience looking to make a massive impact in Europe? Join a top-tier marketplace scale-up in Paris as their Director of Engineering. You will lead a high-performing team and spearhead the integration of AI into a platform used by millions. This is a unique opportunity to shape the technical future of a market leader backed by the world's best VCs.
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Location
Paris, France
Compensation
Not Disclosed
Company
Confidential company
Role overview
About the company
Scale-up European Marketplace Startup
What you will do
- Oversee multiple engineering teams, ensuring delivery excellence and architectural integrity across the entire platform.
- Drive the long-term technical roadmap, integrating advanced AI capabilities to enhance user experience and marketplace efficiency.
- Mentor and scale the engineering leadership team, fostering a culture of ownership, innovation, and technical rigor.
Who this is a fit for
- Proven track record leading large engineering organizations within high-growth startups or established US tech companies.
- Deep technical expertise and a strong interest or background in leveraging AI to solve complex product challenges.
- Exceptional communication skills with the ability to navigate a multicultural, fast-scaling organization and inspire technical talent.
Why this role is remarkable
- Lead the engineering vision for a market leader undergoing rapid international expansion and technological evolution.
- Work in a high-growth environment backed by top-tier VCs with a focus on cutting-edge AI implementation.
- Impact millions of users by building a world-class platform that redefines how professional services are delivered.
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