Product Technology Director - United Kingdom - Gcore

Description

Have you ever wondered why your favorite apps, social media content, and video games load in the blink of an eye? It's likely because of Gcore behind the scenes

Join a team that collaborates with industry giants like Intel, Dell, NVIDIA, Graphcore, and Equinix to accelerate AI training, provide cutting-edge cloud services, and optimize content delivery.

If you are passionate about transforming the internet and contributing to cutting-edge innovations, come join us at Gcore

We are over 550 professionals and currently looking for a Product Technology Director.

Role Overview:
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Product Technology Director to lead our Development and Operations teams. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of technical leadership, hands-on experience in Site Reliability Engineering (SRE), and a deep understanding of the edge network and content delivery industry (CDN, DNS, Streaming) . As the Product Technology Director, you will play a critical role in shaping our product strategy, driving technical innovation, and ensuring the reliability and scalability of our network infrastructure.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage cross-functional teams, including Development and Operations, to deliver high-quality edge infrastructure and delivery services.
• Define and execute the product and technology roadmap in alignment with business objectives.
• Implement and promote best practices in Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) to enhance system reliability, scalability, and performance.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to identify opportunities for technical innovation and optimization.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to streamline development processes and enhance operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, security protocols, and regulatory requirements.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to team members, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence.

Required qualifications & skills:

• Proven experience in technical leadership roles, with a focus on managing Development and Operations teams.
• Extensive hands-on experience in Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) and implementing SRE best practices.
• Strong understanding of cloud computing, microservices architecture, and containerization technologies.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to drive strategic initiatives and deliver results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Passion for network technology and a deep understanding of industry trends and technologies.

Nice to have qualifications & skills:

• Experience with Kubernetes and CI/CD tools such as GitHub actions
• Experience with Nginx and/or Lua
• Familiarity with Site Reliability Engineering

What we offer:

We aim to offer benefits that ensure you feel and give your best. The benefits vary by region, but you can expect perks like:

• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Remote, hybrid, or office work
• Educational support
• Medical insurance (depending on the contract type and your location)
• Business trips (depending on your role)

About the Company: Gcore is an international cloud and edge leader in providing first-class web performance, content delivery, and security. Headquartered in Luxembourg, with offices around the world, the company provides its solutions to global leaders in numerous industries. Millions of people worldwide use apps and play games based on our infrastructure and services: we are trusted by World of Tanks, Albion Online, Avast, Photon, Unity, Sandbox Interactive, and others.

To find out more about Gcore, please check out our product website , our Careers page , LinkedIn page , and Instagram account . Let's transform the Internet together

Equal Opportunity Employer

We provide equal opportunity to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, disability, or any other legally protected characteristics.

We look forward to meeting you

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