Head of Engineering

Talent-R; Bordeaux; Sur place; EUR 80 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading player in the sports betting industry is seeking a Head of Engineering to lead multiple teams in developing innovative technology solutions. You will define the technical roadmap, ensure quality deliverables, and support team development in a dynamic and growing environment.

Prestations

25 days of paid leave and 10 RTT days

Ticket Restaurant card credited with €11 per day

100% health insurance coverage for you and your children

50% reimbursement of public transport costs

Access to a vast training catalog

Extraordinary office spaces with a rooftop

On-site sports classes and organized tournaments

Qualifications

• At least 5 years in a Head of Engineering or Tech Director role.
• Experience with large-scale, real-time B2C platforms.
• Fluent in English.

Responsabilités

• Lead a Tribe composed of several Squads within core development area.
• Define and own the technical roadmap.
• Oversee recruitment and ensure a balanced mix of skills.

Connaissances

Leadership

Communication

Project Management

Formation

Relevant degree in Technology or Engineering

Description du poste

Our client, is one of the leader in sports betting, is much more than just an online gaming site! Also offering Poker, Horse Racing, and Casino games across various countries and continents.

What we offer

An international and creative environment where each project sparks innovation.

A fast-growing company offering daily challenges and exciting opportunities for growth.

Work-life balance matters : we prioritize flexible remote work and employee well-being.

A unique and friendly atmosphere, with 1,300 team members across 5 countries and a central hub in Bordeaux.

Passionate about sports and tech? Come join us and be part of shaping the future of digital entertainment!

ENTER THE GAME

They place technological excellence at the heart of our business. All our applications are developed in-house, giving us full control over quality, security, and performance. Our platforms are designed to offer immersive, high-performing experiences to millions of users, secure, scalable, and built to handle heavy traffic peaks.

As Head of Engineering, you’ll lead a Tribe composed of several Squads within a core development area. You’ll empower passionate, high-performing teams who make innovation and code quality their top priorities.

YOUR ROLE

Technical Guidance

• Define and own the technical roadmap, aligning architecture and technological initiatives with long-term business objectives.

Ensure the quality and robustness of technical deliverables : clean code, scalable architectures, CI / CD, observability, and DevSecOps best practices.

Guarantee the security and compliance of all technical implementations, fostering a culture of data protection, reliability, and responsible risk management.

Lead a Tribe composed of several Squads (around 3 to 4) working on one of our key products, fostering autonomy, ownership, and impact.

Directly manage several Engineering Managers, and functionally oversee dedicated experts within the Tribe (Data, AI, Architecture, SRE).

Set clear goals and empower the team to grow and succeed.

Oversee recruitment and ensure a balanced mix of skills within the team.

Support talent development through mentoring, structured feedback, and continuous coaching — with the aim of nurturing future leaders and outstanding engineers.

Guide your Engineering Managers through change and transformation

Production Oriented

Be responsible for the successful execution of the roadmap, including feature interdependencies, data integration, AI / GenAI opportunities, and platform scalability.

Co-lead the product roadmap with the Head of Product, ensuring alignment between technical, product, and strategic goals.

Continuously challenge our practices and systems, bringing innovation and continuous improvement to our solutions.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

We are looking for passionate and curious professionals who bring kindness and a touch of enthusiasm!

This job is for you if :

You have at least 5 years of experience in a Head of Engineering or Tech Director role, ideally within large-scale, real-time B2C platforms, built on modern architectures and operating in agile delivery environments.

You have a proven strategic vision, with the ability to align technology with product and business goals.

You're known for your ability to lead Engineering Managers, develop talent, create career paths, and recruit effectively.

You're drawn to the world of gaming and sports.

You're fluent in English and use it daily.

You have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

You're highly organized, able to prioritize tasks efficiently, and structure your work effectively.

CONDITION :

25 days of paid leave and 10 RTT days

A Ticket Restaurant card credited with €11 per day (€6 per day funded by client)

100% health insurance coverage for you and your children

50% reimbursement of public transport costs or an annual sustainable mobility allowance (€230 for commuting with sustainable transport)

Access to a vast training catalog, with opportunities for professional development every year

Extraordinary office spaces with a rooftop where you can enjoy sunny breaks with a view of the Cité du Vin

Internal events to liven up your daily life

On-site sports classes and organized tournaments (Pilates, circuit training, boxing, yoga, futsal, padel, tennis…)