Software Engineering Group Lead

Job Title: Software Engineering Group Lead

Location: Israel

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced SW Engineering Group Lead to lead our software engineering teams in Israel and Georgia, reporting directly to the VP of R&D. This role is pivotal in driving the execution of innovative software solutions that align with Healthee’s strategic vision. You will be responsible for leading the development of scalable and high-quality products, fostering technical excellence, and creating a motivated, high-performing engineering culture.

We’re looking for someone who lives and breathes technology, thrives on diving deep into the details, and loves solving complex problems. You are driven by the desire to deliver real value to users through impactful, high-quality products, and you do so with a hands-on, pragmatic approach. You thrive in a fast-paced, hypergrowth startup environment, and demonstrate agility, humility, and decisive leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Team Development

Lead and manage multiple software development teams and their team leads, ensuring high delivery standards and timelines.
Foster a high-performance, motivated engineering culture that encourages accountability, ownership, and innovation.
Mentor and grow engineering managers and tech leads, with a focus on long-term career development.
Handle staffing decisions including hiring, firing, and compensation for the department.

Technical Execution

Define and implement best practices in software architecture, coding standards, testing, and peer reviews.
Contribute to and review technical designs and architectural decisions to ensure systems are aligned with business needs.
Provide hands-on guidance in debugging and triaging mission-critical systems when necessary.
Champion the elimination of technical debt through structured planning and smart trade-offs.

Strategic Planning & Cross-functional Collaboration

Partner with Product Management, Design, and other departments to define the software roadmap and execution strategy.
Translate complex business requirements into reliable, scalable, and secure software solutions.
Set and track OKRs to drive strategic alignment and measure team progress.
Balance velocity and quality while making real-time decisions that support company goals.

Operational Excellence

Drive continuous improvement in delivery processes and engineering operations.
Ensure performance, scalability, and security across platforms and services.
Anticipate and proactively respond to resourcing needs, system risks, and delivery bottlenecks.
Stay current with emerging technologies and incorporate relevant innovations to maintain competitive advantage.

Cultural Leadership

Lead by example in demonstrating Healthee’s core values and behaviors.
Navigate shifting priorities with grace, even when deeply involved in high-stakes projects
Advocate for user-first thinking in technical solutions and team strategy.
Maintain a people-first mindset – being a strong leader while also being a decent human being.
Requirements:
Proven experience (10+ years) in software development, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role, including managing managers.
Hands-on experience with modern software development technologies, frameworks, and methodologies.
Strong understanding of cloud architecture (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and microservices-based systems.
Proven track record of delivering large-scale, high-availability systems in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make critical decisions in real time.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire and lead teams.
Experience working with agile methodologies and managing distributed teams.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (advanced degrees preferred).
Experience in SaaS or cloud-based platforms (B2C SaaS product experience is preferred).
Previous experience in a startup or high-growth environment.
Basic knowledge of security, privacy and data protection practices.
Experience working with offshore teams in different time zones as well as customers and external vendors.
Being a decent human being.