VP of Engineering

Snaphunt; Barcelona; A distancia; EUR 80.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

An innovative startup is seeking a dynamic VP of Engineering to drive technical vision and architecture while leading a high-performing team. In this role, you will directly contribute to the development of robust, real-time AI systems using Golang and Python. You'll foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement while ensuring best practices in software quality. This position offers remote flexibility, autonomy, and the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in a fast-paced environment. If you have a proven track record of scaling startups and thrive in dynamic settings, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Servicios

Autonomy at speed

Remote-first flexibility

Cutting-edge technology

Competitive salary

Life-changing equity options

Benefits

Formación

• Extensive hands-on experience with Golang and Python in real-time streaming systems.
• Proven track record of scaling early-stage startups through key growth phases.

Responsabilidades

• Define and execute the technical roadmap for scalable, fault-tolerant systems.
• Code in Golang and Python to contribute to critical projects.
• Build, mentor, and scale a high-performing engineering team.

Conocimientos

Golang

Python

Real-time streaming systems

Low-latency stream processing

Mentorship

Team-building

Networking

Herramientas

Kubernetes

ArgoCD

Github

Helm

Grafana

Loki

Honeycomb

Descripción del empleo

We’re looking for a hands-on, no-fluff VP of Engineering with startup scaling experience (Seed to Series A+). You’ll set our technical vision, drive architecture, and lead by example—contributing directly in Golang and Python when needed while leading and shaping a high-performing team that builds robust, real-time AI systems.

Responsibilities :

1. Technical Strategy & Execution : Define and execute the technical roadmap and architecture for scalable, fault-tolerant systems. Ensure best practices in CI / CD, TDD, code reviews, and overall software quality. Build, mentor, and scale a high-performing engineering team. Foster a culture of action, accountability, and continuous improvement.
2. Hands-On Development : Code in Golang and Python as needed to directly contribute to critical projects. Oversee development of real-time streaming and AI-powered systems.
3. Back-End & Infrastructure : Kubernetes, ArgoCD, Github, Helm, Grafana, Loki, Honeycomb
4. Front-End : Details not specified in the original description.

What We Offer :

• Autonomy at speed : High-ownership roles in a fast-moving startup.
• Remote-first flexibility : Contribute from anywhere, on your schedule.
• Cutting-edge technology : Work on what interests you most.
• Rewarding package : Competitive salary, life-changing equity options, and benefits.

The Profile

What You Bring :

• Extensive hands-on experience with Golang and Python in real-time streaming systems.
• Experience in low-latency stream processing.
• A proven track record of scaling early-stage startups through key growth phases.
• Ability to balance strategic leadership with deep technical involvement.
• Strong networking and relationship-building skills.
• Mentorship and team-building abilities.
• Adaptability and thrive in changing environments.

The Employer

Our client is a German-based global partner dedicated to your business success, beyond just recruitment and software development.