VP of Engineering

TechBiz Global; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global recruitment and software development company is searching for a hands-on VP of Engineering to set the technical vision for a Berlin-based client. This role involves driving architecture, team mentorship, and directly contributing code in Golang and Python. Ideal candidates will thrive in a startup environment and possess extensive experience with real-time streaming systems.

Benefits

Remote-first flexibility

Competitive salary and equity options

High-ownership roles

Cutting-edge technology

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with Golang and Python in real-time environments.
• Proven track record of scaling startups through growth phases.
• Ability to balance strategic leadership with technical involvement.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the technical roadmap for scalable systems.
• Build and mentor a high-performing engineering team.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Skills

Golang

Python

Real-time streaming systems

Low-latency stream processing

Team mentoring

Networking

Job description

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At TechBiz Global, we’re more than just a recruitment and software development company — we’re a German-based global partner dedicated to your business success. With a diverse, distributed team, we specialize in IT recruitment, outstaffing, outsourcing, software development, and consulting services for more than 100 clients across over 20 countries.

We are currently seeking a VP of Engineering to join one of our Berlin clients' teams. If you're looking for an exciting opportunity to grow in an innovative environment, this could be the perfect fit for you.

The Role

The Role:

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:

● 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.

○ Code in Golang and Python as needed to directly contribute to critical projects.

○ Oversee development of real-time streaming and AI-powered systems.

What You Bring:

● Extensive hands-on experience with Golang and Python in real-time streaming systems.

● Experience in low-latency stream processing fields.

● A proven track record of scaling early-stage startups through key growth phases.

● The ability to balance high-level strategic leadership with deep technical involvement.

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

Ideal Profile

• You are a strong networker & relationship builder
• You are a strong mentor and coach who can build high-performing teams
• You are adaptable and thrive in changing environments