Head of Engineering

3 weeks ago


London, United Kingdom The MWek Company Full time

Position: Head of Engineering - Payments and Cards

Location: Flexible (Remote or On-site)

Salary: £120,000 per annum

Company Overview:

My client is a leading provider of payment solutions and card services, catering to a diverse range of clients globally. With a focus on innovation, security, and scalability, we strive to deliver cutting-edge solutions that meet the evolving needs of the payments industry.

Role Overview:

As the Head of Engineering, you will be responsible for leading the development and implementation of our technology stack, with a primary focus on Java-based solutions. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful delivery of robust, scalable, and secure payment solutions.

Key Responsibilities:
  1. Technical Leadership: Provide strategic direction and technical guidance to the engineering team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence.
  2. Tech Stack Development: Design, develop, and maintain a scalable and reliable tech stack using Java and related technologies to support our payment processing and card services.
  3. Architecture Design: Lead the design and architecture of systems, ensuring adherence to best practices, security standards, and regulatory requirements in the payments industry.
  4. Team Management: Recruit, mentor, and manage a high-performing engineering team, fostering their professional growth and development.
  5. Project Management: Oversee project planning, resource allocation, and delivery timelines, ensuring on-time and within-budget delivery of key milestones.
  6. Collaboration: Collaborate closely with product management, quality assurance, and other cross-functional teams to drive product innovation and continuous improvement.
  7. Technical Documentation: Ensure comprehensive documentation of systems, APIs, and processes to facilitate seamless knowledge transfer and onboarding.
  8. Risk Management: Identify and mitigate technical risks and vulnerabilities, implementing robust security measures to safeguard sensitive payment data.
Qualifications and Skills:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. Proven experience (8+ years) in software engineering, with a focus on Java development. Strong leadership skills with a track record of building and managing high-performing engineering teams. Deep understanding of payment processing systems, card services, and related technologies. Proficiency in designing and implementing scalable, high-availability systems using Java, Spring Framework, and related technologies. Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes). Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and stakeholders. Knowledge of industry regulations and compliance standards (e.g., PCI DSS) is a plus.

Benefits:
  • Competitive salary (£120,000 per annum).
  • Flexible working hours and remote work options.
  • Health insurance and other benefits package.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
  • Dynamic and collaborative work environment with a focus on innovation.
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