Director of Engineering

Summary

Join CloudTalk as their Director of Engineering and lead their team of 30 engineers in building and optimizing their AI-powered business communication platform. Work remotely in CEE or hybrid from their offices in Bratislava or Prague. You will shape the technical strategy, manage and inspire the engineering team, drive innovation in AI features, and improve engineering processes. This role requires experience leading Eastern European engineering teams, scaling products, and building a high-performing engineering culture. CloudTalk offers a variety of benefits, including unlimited paid time off, flexible working hours, a home office budget, personal development opportunities, and more.

Requirements

• Have experience leading Eastern European (preferably Czech & Slovak) engineering teams in a fast-paced environment and a proven track record of scaling products
• Possess strong interpersonal skills with the ability to attract, engage, and develop top talent
• Have the ability to tackle tough people, teams, and department challenges in a way that boosts overall engagement
• Possess a collaborative spirit and an understanding of the challenges faced by global and remote teams
• Reside in or be willing to relocate to Czechia/Slovakia

Responsibilities

• Shape Technical Strategy: Define and execute a roadmap that supports our growth from €10m to €100m ARR
• People Management: Empower and inspire a high-performing team of mid-to-senior engineers, managers, and tech leads
• Drive Innovation: Lead the development of cutting-edge AI features and integrations across desktop and mobile platforms
• Process Improvement: Continuously improve our engineering processes, driving efficiency and scalability
• Security & Compliance: Ensure that security is at the forefront of all engineering efforts, with a proactive approach to addressing vulnerabilities and regulatory compliance. Establish processes for monitoring, logging, and incident management that adhere to industry best practices and regulatory standards
• C-level engagement: Cultivate and maintain relationships with C-level executives across the organization, gaining a deep understanding of their business goals and aligning solutions accordingly
• Interpersonal Excellence: Excel at building and nurturing relationships. Your ability to communicate effectively, empathize with team members and other stakeholders, and navigate complex interpersonal situations will be paramount

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven Leadership: You have successfully managed and scaled engineering teams, particularly in fast-paced and high-growth environments
• Technical Expertise: You're well-versed in developing AI-powered solutions, APIs, and integrations, and you're passionate about driving technical innovation
• Strategic Vision: You can align technical roadmaps with business objectives and help scale a product from tens to hundreds of millions in ARR
• Collaboration & Communication: You thrive in cross-functional environments and are skilled at building strong relationships with C-level stakeholders and diverse teams

Benefits

• 1:1 Coaching sessions with our resident communications advisor
• Personal Development Opportunities 70:20:10
• Leaders Academy & Learning and Development Budget
• Unlimited Paid Time Off
• Volunteering Days
• Flexible working hours
• Home office budget
• MacBook for work
• Recharge Fridays once per quarter
• Fitness Allowance
• Referral bonuses
• Virtual & physical team buildings
• Company merchandise