Engineering Lead in Binary Studio

Hi 👋

Are you an experienced software engineering leader looking for an opportunity to make a significant impact and grow into a CTO role? If you have a strong background in full-stack development, extensive knowledge of SDLC, and a proven track record of leading high-performing engineering teams, we might be a great fit :)

👉 Mission & Purpose

To lead and develop a robust engineering team, ensure successful project delivery, foster client engagement, and contribute to sales growth by supporting pre-sales activities and identifying opportunities for upsells. Upholding an ’engineer anything’ mindset and being able to tackle complex challenges is crucial for helping Binary Studio move forward.

👉 As part of the interview, we’ll check on your fit with our values:

• Student Always — we share our knowledge & educate the team (e.g. our Binary Studio Academy) and are constant learners ourselves
• Leadership & Expertise — we strive for top-notch results in everything we do and are not afraid to think outside the box of our roles
• Ownership & Initiative — we evaluate Binarians’ performance by the number of things they take ownership over and deliver
• No Asshole — we don’t work with arrogant people

👉 Expected Knowledge:

• Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
• At least 6 years of experience in software development, with proficiency in JavaScript or .NET considered a plus. However, proficiency in other stacks is also valued
• Minimum of 3 years of proven experience in managing and leading engineering teams in an outsourcing environment
• Strong technical background and proficiency in software development methodologies, tools, and frameworks, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of engineering principles and practices
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients and team members
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and DevOps practices
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously

👉 Responsibilities:

Team Management:

• Lead, manage, mentor, and oversee staffing needs for a team of engineers, including hiring, training, and performance evaluations
• Foster a collaborative and meritocratic environment that encourages innovation and continuous improvement
• Manage bench resources according to forecasts and company strategy
• Engage engineers in solving business tasks, conducting training, and monitoring development

Technical Leadership:

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to the engineering team
• Manage potential technical risks that could impact projects or the team
• Resolve technical escalations and provide expert assistance for complex issues
• Conduct technical project audits and formulate proposals for clients
• Contribute to strategic planning by identifying technological trends and growth opportunities

Project Delivery:

• Oversee the delivery of multiple projects in a fast-paced environment, ensuring timely and high-quality outcomes
• Implement best practices in software development methodologies, tools, and frameworks
• Provide oversight for new projects at all stages
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams

Client Engagement:

• Collaborate with the sales team on presales and upsells, providing technical input for successful project initiation and delivery
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders

👉 Reasons to join Binary Studio:

• No bureaucracy: autonomy in decision-making
• Opportunity to hone your skills on real problems
• Possibility to create processes and products from scratch
• Awesome young, engaged, and motivated team