Director of Engineering - VC Backed Startups

8+ years of experience in software engineering 3+ years in leadership roles Experience managing teams of engineers in fast-paced, high-growth environments Expertise in backend and/or full-stack development Strong knowledge of scalable architectures, distributed systems, and cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) Experience leading engineering operations, security, and DevOps best practices Proven ability to hire, retain, and develop world-class engineering talent Strong understanding of Agile, Kanban, and engineering execution methodologies Experience in early-stage startups or rapidly scaling technology companies

Lead and scale engineering teams Define and execute engineering strategy Partner with founders and executives to shape technical vision and long-term roadmap Oversee architecture, infrastructure, and best practices Develop and implement engineering processes, CI/CD workflows, and operational excellence Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement Drive cross-functional collaboration Optimize performance, security, and cost efficiency