- Build out and assume responsibility for the enterprise API engineering team, outlining correct topologies and engineering processes that encourage optimum productivity, i.e. velocity and frequent shipping, that will drive DeepL's further growth.
- Partner with the head of API product to create both short and long term technology vision to build customer-focused products aligned with DeepL's expansion ambitions, doubling down on enterprise use cases.
- Work closely with Claudius Jähn (VP Engineering) and David Moreno (VP Business Engineering) to instil engineering leadership best practices, people processes, and organisational structures to deliver technology efficiency and effectiveness.
- Utilise your advanced technical knowledge of APIs and their requirements, to develop key features for the DeepL API crucial for customer expansion.
- Collaborate closely with other parts of the business like sales or customer success teams to ensure the engineering teams remain fully customer-focused with a high level of market awareness and a forward-thinking approach to technical and product innovation.
- Resolve fundamental technical challenges that will enable consistent and efficient delivery. Well-versed in multiple delivery methodologies and demonstrates an ability to adapt approaches to the culture and context of an organisation.
- Represent the Enterprise API team's vision and timeline to other functions and translate business needs into a clearly prioritised roadmap. Has the ability to demystify technical jargon and expertly manage various stakeholders, including business unit leaders.
- Strong domain experience from a scaled API-first business, or managing engineering teams working on API design within a well scaled enterprise software business.
- Experience being a manager of managers, and leading cross-functional engineering teams of at least 30, with a proven track record of instilling organisational structures, engineering best practices and processes.
- Experience in rapidly scaling engineering teams, based on a proven track record in the ability to attract, inspire, and retain top talent.
- Excellent communicator, low ego, capable of motivating and energising both team members and peers, with a proven ability to create a highly collaborative working environment and generate enthusiasm for the company's mission.
- Bring a strong product mindset and exceptional understanding of the enterprise customer. You should be a technical leader that can spar with the client when needed.
Director of Engineering - London, United Kingdom - DeepL GmbH
Description
DeepL..
Is Europe's leading AI company since 2017, is dedicated to breaking down language barriers and bringing cultures closer together. Our expertise in AI and neural networks has enabled us to create cutting-edge communication technologies for businesses, including the acclaimed DeepL Translator which offers 30+ languages, and DeepL Write, our AI writing companion. Our core offering includes a suite of products and tools made for businesses to communicate more effectively, both internally and with their customers around the globe.
Our goal is to become the global leader in Language AI and build products that help drive better communication, drive connection, and make real-life impact. To do that, we need talented people, like you, who want to be a part of this exciting journey. If you're ready to work with a dynamic team and build your career in the fast-moving AI space, DeepL is your next destination.
What sets us apart
We are committed to innovation and to a nurturing work environment. Founded by developers and researchers, we spend a lot of time actively reviewing the latest trends in generative AI and software engineering. Known for pioneering AI technologies, we dive deep into cutting-edge research to create not only translations, but advanced language solutions. Combining our use of modern technology, comprehensive employee benefits with our open and welcoming work culture is what sets us apart.
When we tell people about DeepL as an employer, the reactions are overwhelmingly positive. Maybe it's because of the products that have helped countless people worldwide, or maybe it's because of our shared goal of improving communication for individuals and businesses worldwide. What we're certain of is this: being part of DeepL means joining a team committed to innovation and the well-being of its employees.
Meet the team behind this journey
In the role of Director of Engineering, you bear the responsibility of constructing, delivering, and scaling an API-first product of the highest standard for DeepL's Enterprise customers. Your primary focus will be fostering a resilient engineering culture characterised by agility, lean methodologies, and the autonomy of cross-functional teams. Collaborating closely with Claudius and David, you will play a key role in defining and structuring the engineering organisation, ensuring the API team's strategic significance within the company's trajectory. Your commitment to engineering excellence will be evident as you lead your teams in delivering a robust, user-friendly API to technical users, emphasising quality, velocity, and efficiency.
Your responsibilities
Qualities we look for