Head of Engineering

Justlife
is rocking the region with its beautifully designed for all home services app and looking for brilliant minds and skilled professionals who can think outside the box and have a limit that defies the sky.
Do you envision shaping the future of all home services in one of the fast-growing tech startups based in Dubai?
Come onboard and dedicate yourself to becoming #everydaybetter!
Take over a key role as a
Head of Engineering
in the Engineering department and be a part of this exciting adventure of never-ending growth and success.
Reporting to the CEO, the Head of Engineering will be responsible for identifying short- and long-term technological solutions and will play a crucial role in setting the company's technology strategy.
As a member of the executive leadership team, the Head of Engineering will focus on building a high-caliber tech culture, optimizing digital experience, improving existing systems, and will direct all Justlife folks in software development, mobile development, architecture, and quality assurance teams full of A players.
What we expect from you:
Improve the digital experience of Justlife web and app users through product/technology improvements via software development.
Work closely with the Product organization to build effective cross-functional teams to ship products and features in line with the company's goals.
Collaborate and form partnerships with external & internal stakeholders to drive technology roadmap.
Create an environment that promotes engineering excellence by attracting and retaining high-performing talent from diverse backgrounds.
Identify opportunities to implement emerging technologies into Justlife's existing practices and operations.
Unlock Justlife's potential to innovate and differentiate itself from competition.
Optimize financial aspects of technology development and implementation by managing operating and capital budgets.
What we are looking for:
A bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or a related technical discipline.
8 to 10 years of managerial experience in high revenue and online traffic generating/driving marketplace or e-commerce companies.
Significant experience in building complex, large-scale internet/digital-based systems and high-performing marketplace applications.
In-depth knowledge of software engineering development lifecycle, web systems architecture, and design of complex and highly scalable products.
Agile methodology, program management, and engineering execution skillset.
Experience in hiring, building, and leading top-notch engineering teams.
Strong relationship management, strategy development, project management, and problem-solving skills.
Solid understanding and interpretation of business models and the application of technology.
Exceptional technical and non-technical presentation and communication skills.
PERKS OF BEING A PART of JUSTLIFE
Nothing would replace the start-up spirit, working with an evolving culture and fulfilling workplace! And, we offer you benefits like:
We care about you:
One-day extra vacation on your birthday with our JustHoliday!
Free Justlife credits so you can enjoy our own services.
Work reality escapes opportunities through team-building games and activities.
We improve you:
Working with a great team and entrepreneurial spirit.
Continuous learning with mentorship, coaching, and training.
Never-ending growth and fast career development opportunities.
A fair and objective Performance Management System.
We recognize you:
Ignition of the hero in you through our 'JustHeroes' Reward and Recognition Program.
Availability of company discounts and gift vouchers.
A bonus for every successful Employee Referral.
ABOUT US
At Justlife, we envision a life without any chores that keep you from doing what you really want to.
Justlife is the region's leading super app for home services. We connect individual needs with on-demand services, through our innovative marketplace platform.
We helped digitalize the cleaning service industry in UAE, back in 2015, and have expanded our services to meet all our customer's needs at home across the GCC.
We built a network of thousands of trained professionals and served over 6 million sessions across UAE, KSA, Kuwait, Qatar, and Oman. With a team of 200+ full-timers and over 1000 service professionals, we pride ourselves in having created a culture that puts people first.
Join the tribe and let's become
• everydaybetter
, together!
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