Director of Engineering

IP House; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in IP protection is seeking a Director of Engineering to lead their engineering organization in London. This senior leadership role involves shaping team structure and ensuring high-quality engineering delivery. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing engineering teams and a tech background to navigate complex systems. The company offers a flexible work environment and a commitment to professional growth, making this an exciting opportunity for impactful leadership.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading engineering teams at scale.
• Proven track record of building and managing engineering managers and teams.
• Strong understanding of software delivery in complex systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and evolve engineering team structure.
• Build and manage Engineers and Engineering Managers.
• Align roadmaps with Product and CTO.
• Ensure delivery of high-quality systems.
• Foster a supportive environment for engineers.

Skills

Leading engineering teams at scale

Building high-quality engineering managers

Understanding of software delivery for data-heavy systems

Supporting architectural decisions

Bringing clarity to ambiguous environments

Leading teams through modernisation

Job description

At IP House, we empower brands, legal professionals, and rights holders to manage and protect intellectual property, both online and offline, on a truly global scale. Through cutting‑edge technology and deep cross‑border expertise, we deliver scalable, end‑to‑end solutions for IP portfolio management, enforcement, and content and brand protection.

We Disrupt

We Enforce

With over 700 experts operating across five continents, we are trusted by some of the world’s most recognized brands to combat counterfeiting, piracy, and IP infringement at scale. From digital platforms to physical marketplaces, we help clients safeguard what matters most everywhere it matters.

Overview of the Role

IP House is at an exciting stage in its growth and is committing to a multi‑year digital transformation. We are investing heavily in our technology, modernising core platforms, and rethinking how our systems scale to support a fast‑growing, global business.

We’re looking for a Director of Engineering to lead and grow our engineering organisation, shaping team structure, improving delivery, and ensuring we build the right systems in the right way. This is a senior leadership role for someone who enjoys building high‑performing teams, bringing clarity to complex environments, and translating strategy into predictable execution.

If you’re excited by scaling teams, improving how engineering works, and leading through change in a complex, data‑driven business, this is a rare opportunity to make a lasting impact. And if the idea of revolutionising a business that’s already revolutionising its industry sounds appealing, then this one’s for you.

As Director of Engineering, you will be accountable for engineering delivery, team health, maturity and standards. You will work closely with the CTO, Product, and senior stakeholders to turn strategy into outcomes, while creating an environment where engineers can do their best work.

This role is people and systems‑focused, not hands‑on coding, though strong technical credibility is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and evolve the engineering team structure in line with our roadmap, including squads, domains, and reporting lines. Hire and retain high‑quality engineering talent
• Build, develop, and manage Engineers, Engineering Managers and technical leaders.
• Partner with Product and the CTO to align roadmaps, capacity, and delivery commitments
• Ensure engineering teams consistently deliver high‑quality, production‑ready systems
• Foster an inclusive, supportive environment where engineers can grow and thrive
• Contribute to a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.

What You’ll Bring

• Significant experience leading engineering teams at scale
• Proven track record of building and managing engineering managers and teams, including offshore and outsourced resources.
• Strong understanding of software delivery in complex, data‑heavy systems
• Technical background sufficient to credibly challenge and support architectural decisions
• Ability to bring structure and clarity to ambiguous or evolving environments
• Experience leading teams through modernisation, transformation, or platform evolution

Great If You Have

• Background in SaaS, platform, or data‑driven systems
• Familiarity with cloud‑native platforms and distributed systems (at an oversight level)
• Experience in the intellectual property or brand protection space

Why IP House

IP House is redefining how the world combats illicit trade and intellectual property theft, delivering scalable, end‑to‑end solutions that empower global brands and rights holders through innovation, strategic expertise, and a relentless commitment to global enforcement.
Achieving this ambitious mission requires collaboration among exceptionally talented people. We believe our team is the foundation of everything we do, and we invest accordingly, fostering a culture of continuous learning, professional growth, and shared excellence.

We offer a flexible work environment and a comprehensive benefits package to support the health, well‑being, and financial security of our employees and their families. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to shape a fast‑scaling organisation with a strong reputation for results and grow with it.

IP House is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering a respectful, collaborative, and inclusive workplace.