Head of Software Engineering

Join our client, a burgeoning e-commerce startup founded in 2020, as they continue to revolutionize the online shopping experience. With a focus on innovative consumer solutions, the company has rapidly grown, boasting over $40 million in sales and a dedicated team of 16 employees. They are now seeking a dynamic Head of Engineering to lead their technological advancements and contribute to their impressive trajectory.

Role Description:

As the Head of Engineering, you will be pivotal in steering the technological vision and execution of the company's consumer-centric innovations. This role places you at the heart of a promising startup, where you will shape the future of its e-commerce platform and broader software infrastructure. This includes enhancing supplier relationships, optimizing product delivery, and more. Reporting directly to the General Manager, you will be a key player in the company's leadership, driving growth and excellence.

Entrepreneurial Spirit:

We are looking for a candidate with a distinct entrepreneurial type—a visionary eager to be part of building something from the ground up. The ideal candidate understands the essence of being an entrepreneur: having a significant impact on the product from an early stage while being ready to roll up their sleeves, engage in high-percentage coding tasks, and manage a tiny, agile team. This role is for someone who thrives in a startup environment, demonstrating both leadership and a hands-on approach to shaping the future of our platform.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate closely with the General Manager to ensure the technology strategy is perfectly aligned with the company's business objectives.
• Lead and oversaw the full-stack development of the company's e-commerce platform, with a primary focus on client-side development.
• Mentor and manage a team of software engineers, promoting a culture of innovation and technical excellence.
• Actively engage in hands-on engineering tasks, focusing significantly on front-end development.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in software development, with a proven track record in full-stack roles, particularly in front-end development.
• Strong proficiency in React and TypeScript is highly desirable.
• Entrepreneurial background or experience in early-stage startup environments is advantageous.
• Demonstrated ability to be hands-on in development tasks nearly 100% of the time.
• Capable of managing 1-2 senior developers during the initial phase of the project.
• Academic credentials from a recognized institution with distinction and/or notable military experience in a software development capacity in an elite unit.

Location: Rothschild, Tel Aviv. Hybrid work arrangement, with the flexibility of 1-2 days of remote work per week.