Head of Engineering

2 dagen geleden

Amsterdam, Gem. Amsterdam; Noord-Holland, Nederland That Recruitment Company Voltijd

pp Shape the future of interactive platforms for broadcasters, gaming companies, and global brands /p pbAbout the Company /b /p pAn Amsterdam-based tech organisation is redefining interactive entertainment, building real-time platforms for broadcasters, gaming companies, and global brands. Their products power seamless, large-scale user engagement experiences used by audiences around the world. /p pAs they continue to grow, they’re seeking a bHead of Engineering /b who can blend hands‑on technical expertise with strong leadership. This person will guide both the technical direction and the engineering culture, helping shape scalable systems and an even stronger team. /p h3The Role /h3 ul liLead and mentor a talented engineering team, driving innovation and best practices /li liStay hands‑on with backend development using Java (21+), Spring Boot, and AWS /li liMake key architectural and technical decisions for systems and tooling /li liDesign and scale distributed systems and high-performance APIs /li liCollaborate closely with product, design, and client teams to deliver exceptional solutions /li liBuild and refine engineering processes, security standards, and team culture /li liPlay a key role in hiring, onboarding, and developing new engineering talent /li /ul h3The Ideal Profile /h3 ul li6+ years of backend development experience, including senior or lead roles /li liStrong expertise in Java (21+), Spring Boot, AWS, and MongoDB /li liDeep understanding of NoSQL database design, optimisation, and real‑time data flow /li liA mix of hands‑on coding ability and a passion for mentoring others /li liExcellent communication skills in English (Dutch is a plus) /li liCuriosity for emerging technologies such as AI, LLMs, and cloud‑native tools /li /ul h3Bonus Points For /h3 ul liExperience building large‑scale, high‑concurrency platforms /li liA genuine interest in leading teams and building strong engineering cultures /li liCompetitive salary and comprehensive compensation package /li liState‑of‑the‑art equipment and tools /li liFull reimbursement for business travel expenses /li liTraining and professional development opportunities /li liStunning waterfront office /li liOrganic daily lunches from Landmarkt, plus unlimited snacks and coffee /li liRegular Friday drinks, team dinners, and off‑site activities /li /ul h3Seniority level /h3 ul liMid‑Senior level /li /ul h3Employment type /h3 ul liFull‑time /li /ul h3Job function /h3 ul liInformation Technology /li liSoftware Development /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr