Head of Engineering

• Position: Head of Engineering
• Experience Level: 5+ Years
• Location: Bangalore
• Type: Full-time
• Company: Ctruh

About the Role:

• Ctruh is seeking a technically proficient Head of Engineering with coding experience to lead our engineering team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of software development and a passion for managing high-performing engineering teams. This role is essential in driving the success of our technology initiatives and ensuring the delivery of innovative products.

Key Responsibilities apart from being a hands-on coder;

• Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous learning.
• Technical Guidance: Provide hands-on technical guidance, leveraging your coding experience to solve complex engineering challenges.
• Project Management: Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of engineering projects, ensuring alignment with product goals and technical feasibility.
• Code Quality: Participate in code reviews and ensure adherence to best practices and coding standards.
• Collaboration: Work closely with Product Owners and other stakeholders to align engineering efforts with Ctruh’s business objectives.
• Process Optimization: Continuously improve development processes, tools, and workflows to enhance team efficiency and product quality.
• Recruitment: Participate in the hiring process to build and maintain a strong engineering team.
• Performance Monitoring: Establish and monitor KPIs to track team performance, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.

Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in software engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership or management role, and strong coding skills.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. A Master’s degree is a plus.

Skills:

• Proficiency in one or more programming languages. MERN Stack preferred. (Backend experience is preferred)
• Experience in WebGL, Three.js or babylon.js is highly desirable
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Ability to balance technical depth with managerial responsibilities.