- Proven experience building and leading engineering teams larger than the current company size - Experience managing teams of 10-20+ engineers - Worked within companies generating $5-15M+ NET ARR or PE-backed businesses - Expertise in scaling platforms for high growth and global expansion - Extensive experience hiring engineering talent with a strong network - Demonstrated success in creating training programs for engineering teams Product Development Sense: - Strong product intuition, capable of performing as CPTO if required - Deep understanding of user-centric design, product-market fit, and rapid iteration cycles - Proven ability to mentor Product Managers and Product Owners - Passionate about AI and its future applications - Proactively identifies opportunities to automate and innovate internal processes through AI - Skilled at leveraging AI to develop new product features or entirely new business lines Technical Skills: - Capable of conducting comprehensive system architecture audits and identifying performance bottlenecks - Experienced in tech stack selection aimed at future-proofing the company - Deep expertise in cloud infrastructure, scalable architecture, API integrations, and modern DevOps practices - Preference for candidates with experience in marketplaces, B2C/B2B SaaS, or mobile applications - Inspiring leader who fosters loyalty, trust, and a strong organizational culture - Proven mentorship track record, advancing junior engineers to senior roles - Cross-functional collaborator comfortable engaging with Product, Operations, Marketing, and Sales teams - Strong business acumen, balancing innovation with profitability - Strategic mindset with a holistic understanding of product and business goals, driving sustainable growth and optimization - Maintains a strong founder’s mindset and hunger for long-term success Cultural Fit: Demonstrates core values: - Teamwork - Dedication - Consistency - Transparency - Perseverance - Respect - Empathy Bonus Points: - Passionate about soccer (football)—actively follows or participates in the sport - Still engages in hands-on coding if needed - Prior experience in sports-tech, marketplaces, or community-driven platforms - Well-connected within the Colombian tech ecosystem, able to attract top local talent - Hands-on leader willing to dive into technical contributions when necessary #J-18808-Ljbffr