Director of Engineering

3 months ago


Cambridge, United Kingdom Understanding Recruitment Full time

Director of Engineering


We are seeking a Director of Engineering for a leading AI team driving innovation in drug discovery by utilising bespoke software systems, artificial intelligence and machine learning to mine and analyse large biomedical datasets to enable scientists to uncover potential novel treatments for diseases.


The team, driven by exceptional engineering and visionary leadership, is pioneering advancements in artificial intelligence and biomedical discovery. Collaborating with top pharmaceutical and biotech companies, they are uncovering critical biological insights and addressing complex therapeutic challenges. Their innovative approach is redefining how drugs are discovered and developed.


As the Director of Engineering you'll be leading the cross functional core engineering group and driving new innovative engineering projects within the business. The successful candidate will be reporting into and working closely with the CTO to lead the strategic direction and performance of the core engineering department and evaluating and developing the technology and infrastructure stack within the business.


We are seeking a Director of Engineering with the following experience:


  • Experience leading and scaling exceptional engineering teams.
  • A strong technical background in Cloud, AI and Infrastructure.
  • Exceptional communication skills.
  • Experience working within large data environments.


Compensation: Base up to £175,000 + Bonus, Equity and wider benefits.


Location: Cambridge, UK (Hybrid 2 days per week in-office)



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