Head of Engineering

Role Overview

We are an early-stage, fast-growing AI-powered hiring platform building the next generation of ATS, HRMS, and recruitment automation systems. We're looking for a Head of Engineering to lead our technical vision and execution from our Dubai headquarters.

In this role, you will own the engineering function end-to-end, driving the architecture, hiring, and delivery of scalable systems that power modern recruitment. You'll work onsite in Dubai, building AI-first solutions that solve real problems for enterprises globally. This is a high-ownership position where your decisions directly shape our product roadmap and company trajectory.

You'll lead a team that values fast shipping, outcome-focused execution, and a growth mindset. We're looking for someone who has thrived in startup environments, understands the nuances of building AI-powered products, and can attract and retain world-class engineering talent.

Responsibilities

• Build and scale the engineering team, hiring for AI full-stack engineers, agentic AI specialists, and backend/frontend engineers who embody ownership and execution speed
• Define technical architecture and strategy for an AI-powered SaaS platform serving the recruitment and HR tech space
• Drive product delivery with a focus on shipping fast, iterating based on customer feedback, and maintaining high code quality
• Partner closely with product and leadership to translate business goals into technical roadmaps and measurable outcomes
• Foster a culture of accountability, problem-solving, and collaboration across the engineering organization
• Establish engineering best practices, CI/CD pipelines, and scalable infrastructure to support rapid growth
• Lead technical hiring and candidate evaluation, identifying engineers with AI coding ability, startup adaptability, and strong communication
• Mentor and develop engineering talent, creating clear career growth paths and leadership opportunities

Must have requirements

• 8+ years of software engineering experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership or senior technical role
• Proven experience building and scaling engineering teams in startup or fast-growth environments
• Deep expertise in SaaS architecture, scalable systems design, and modern backend/frontend technologies
• Hands-on experience with AI/ML integration, agentic systems, or AI automation in production environments
• Track record of shipping products quickly without sacrificing quality; comfort with iterative development and rapid iteration cycles
• Strong ownership mindset with demonstrated ability to take end-to-end accountability for outcomes
• Excellent communication skills; ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and lead cross-functional alignment
• Experience in B2B SaaS, HR Tech, ATS, or recruitment industry is highly valued
• Ability to work onsite in Dubai, UAE

Nice to have requirements

• Experience at or familiarity with companies like Darwinbox, Zoho Recruit, Freshworks, Workable, Greenhouse, Lever, Rippling, Deel, Ashby, Paradox AI, Eightfold AI, SeekOut, Oracle HCM, or SAP SuccessFactors
• Background in international market expansion or multi-region SaaS deployments
• Experience hiring and building teams across multiple geographies (Dubai/UAE and India)
• Familiarity with recruitment technology, talent acquisition workflows, or HRMS systems
• Open-source contributions or active presence in the developer community (GitHub, technical writing, speaking)
• Experience with modern AI frameworks, LLMs, or prompt engineering

Perks and Benefits

• High ownership and impact: Lead the technical direction of an AI-powered platform solving real problems in the $10B+ HR Tech market
• Build the AI future of hiring: Work on cutting-edge AI and automation technologies that are reshaping recruitment
• Career growth: Significant opportunity to grow as a technical leader, mentor the next generation of engineers, and shape company culture
• Fast-growing startup environment: Work in a dynamic, outcome-focused culture where execution speed and innovation are rewarded
• Modern product: Lead engineering for a product that customers genuinely need, with clear market demand and traction
• Dubai headquarters: Based in a thriving tech hub with access to regional talent and global markets
• Competitive compensation: Salary and equity package commensurate with experience and impact
• Collaborative leadership: Work alongside a founding team that values technical excellence and strategic thinking