Director of Engineering

Director of Engineering

Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE

Type: Full-Time

Team: Engineering & AI Product Development

About the Opportunity

A cutting-edge AI research and product development team is seeking a Director of Engineering to lead and scale its engineering organization. The team works at the forefront of applied artificial intelligence, creating intelligent systems designed to empower knowledge workers and transform complex workflows.

This is a rare opportunity to join a fast-growing initiative that sits at the intersection of groundbreaking AI research and real-world product development where your leadership will directly influence the next generation of AI-powered solutions.

What You'll Do

1. Lead and grow a high-performing engineering team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence.
2. Work closely with cross-functional teams including AI researchers, product managers, and designers to develop scalable, intelligent applications.
3. Translate cutting-edge research into robust, production-ready systems.
4. Define and drive engineering strategy, architecture, and operational practices aligned with business goals.
5. Oversee delivery timelines, technical roadmaps, and project execution.
6. Ensure high standards in system reliability, performance, scalability, and code quality.
7. Integrate state-of-the-art AI capabilities into real-world use cases through strong technical leadership.

What You Bring

1. 12+ years of software engineering experience, including 5+ years in leadership roles.
2. Proven track record in building and scaling distributed systems, cloud-native infrastructure, or AI-driven platforms.
3. Strong technical expertise in backend systems, cloud infrastructure, and modern DevOps practices.
4. Familiarity with machine learning frameworks or applied AI technologies is highly desirable.
5. Excellent communication skills and experience working with diverse stakeholders.
6. A passion for innovation, impact, and working in a research-driven, fast-paced environment.

Why You'll Love This Role

1. Collaborate with world-class researchers and engineers.
2. Play a key role in shaping the future of intelligent systems.
3. Receive competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
4. Be part of a mission-driven environment that values curiosity, autonomy, and purpose.

Ready to Make an Impact

If you're excited about leading a team that transforms advanced AI research into real-world solutions, we'd love to connect.