Head of Global Engineering — Expansion & Scale

Fuse Energy; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering energy company in the UAE is seeking a Head of Engineering (Expansion) to lead the technical strategy for launching their app in new markets. The role encompasses building market-specific features and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless customer experience. Candidates must have 5+ years in software engineering plus 2+ years in leadership and possess a deep understanding of backend systems and regulatory complexities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Stock options sign-on bonus

Biannual bonus scheme

Fully expensed tech

Paid annual leave

Free meals for office employees

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience as a software engineer, including 2+ years in a technical leadership role.
• Deep understanding of backend systems and distributed architecture.
• Strong product instincts; ability to translate market requirements into scalable technical solutions.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity, shifting priorities, and regulatory complexity.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering efforts focused on international expansion and localization.
• Build integrations with local grid operators, regulators, and third-party providers.
• Architect scalable systems that can flex to support diverse market conditions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to scope and deliver expansion goals.
• Establish clear processes to balance core product velocity with expansion requirements.
• Mentor and lead a team of engineers focused on growth and new markets.

Skills

Software engineering

Technical leadership

Backend systems

Distributed architecture

Stakeholder management

Job description

A pioneering energy company in the UAE is seeking a Head of Engineering (Expansion) to lead the technical strategy for launching their app in new markets. The role encompasses building market-specific features and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless customer experience. Candidates must have 5+ years in software engineering plus 2+ years in leadership and possess a deep understanding of backend systems and regulatory complexities.