This role is hybrid. After the office is established, occasional on-site presence will be required. Working hours are flexible and subject to mutual agreement. (The exact office location is yet to be finalized.) About Gini Talent Founded in 2019 in Istanbul, Gini Talent is a fast-growing, technology-driven staffing and recruitment company. We specialize in providing contract, temporary, and permanent talent solutions across IT, marketing, creative, and finance roles. Headquartered in Istanbul, we operate globally with offices in London, New Jersey, and Dubai, serving clients across 14 countries. Certified with ISO 9001 and ISO 27001, Gini Talent is known for its innovative recruitment technologies and AI-powered solutions that elevate the hiring experience for both clients and candidates. We are hiring a Director of Engineering for our client! Our client is a global design and software development company headquartered in San Francisco. With more than 650 engineers across Southeast Europe and Latin America, and business offices in the US and Western Europe, they operate a fully remote hub engaging talent from Latin America to Africa and Asia. Over the past 16 years, they have successfully delivered over 300 digital products for leading startups, Fortune 500 companies, private equity firms, and global enterprises. Key Responsibilities - Collaborate with clients to design and deliver digital solutions that unlock new levels of business value. - Lead the design and implementation of scalable, high-performance architectures that align with business goals and technical standards. - Provide expert guidance and mentorship to engineering teams, fostering continuous learning and technical excellence. - Partner cross-functionally with UX/UI Designers, Data Scientists, and Product Managers to ensure seamless delivery. - Promote and ensure the application of engineering best practices and clear communication across all teams. - Implement robust solutions with a focus on performance, scalability, and security. - Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies; integrate cutting-edge approaches into development workflows. - Define and maintain coding standards, and drive the technical vision aligned with company objectives. Qualifications - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience). - 10+ years of experience in solution architecture, including leadership in senior-level roles. - Proficiency in backend, frontend, and cloud technologies (tech-agnostic mindset). - Strong ability to scope and estimate project requirements. - Excellent communication skills, capable of translating technical concepts to non-technical audiences. - Strong understanding of software engineering principles and design/architectural patterns. - Familiarity with server and network infrastructure and experience working with cloud platforms. - Proven experience in building distributed systems, tools, and services. - Knowledge of relational and non-relational databases. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience in balancing trade-offs in large-scale systems. - Effective time management, decision-making, and organizational abilities. - A client-centric and consultative mindset. You’ll be a great cultural fit if you: - Are proactive and committed to continuous personal and professional development. - Have a solution-oriented and analytical mindset. - Understand the business context behind your work. - Are quality-focused and care deeply about client satisfaction. - Enjoy working in a positive and collaborative environment. - Are excited to work in international teams and comfortable using English in both written and spoken form. Seniority level - Seniority level Director Employment type - Employment type Full-time Job function - Job function Engineering and Business Development - Industries Staffing and Recruiting Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Gini Talent by 2x Get notified about new Director of Engineering jobs in Medellín Metropolitan Area. We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr