Head of Engineering
Hiring Company

The hiring company name is
confidential for this listing.
About the Role
Greater Chicago, IL Area (On-site)
The Company is seeking a Head of Engineering to provide both technical and team leadership. The successful candidate will be responsible for remaining actively involved in all aspects of engineering, from architecture and design to code reviews and critical initiatives. This role requires a hands-on approach to driving decisions around scalability, reliability, security, and performance, as well as leading troubleshooting efforts for complex production issues. The Head of Engineering will also be tasked with establishing and maintaining engineering standards, best practices, and development processes, and ensuring that the engineering team is aligned with business objectives and strategic priorities. In addition to technical leadership, the Head of Engineering will have a significant impact on the organization by building scalable processes, fostering a culture of transparency and collaboration, and partnering with executive leadership on technical strategy. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in mentoring and developing engineers, managing hiring and team growth, and creating a sense of accountability and clear ownership across projects and teams. A key aspect of the role is to lead the engineering team in a way that supports the company's mission and values, while also driving operational excellence and continuous improvement.
Functions:
- Engineering
Compensation
USD $200,000-$300,000 (salary) per year
About the Company
Financial technology company building scalable, business-critical platform systems
Industry
Financial Services
Type
Privately Held