Chief Engineering Officer — Drone Hardware & Software

Easy Aerial Inc.

New York (NY)

Hybrid

USD 180,000 - 250,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation
Equity participation
Flexible hybrid work setup
Opportunity to shape engineering culture

Job summary

A leading technology startup is seeking an experienced engineering leader to drive their engineering function for autonomous drone solutions. This role involves managing teams, defining processes, and collaboratively working on innovative technology. Ideal candidates will have over 8 years of relevant experience and a background in engineering, plus the ability to mentor teams across global locations. Competitive salary and equity offered.

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience managing engineering teams and roadmaps.
  • Proven ability to lead projects from concept to production.
  • Strong people management skills with cross-cultural experience.

Responsibilities

  • Lead product roadmap transformation into engineering execution.
  • Define and implement engineering processes across teams.
  • Manage and mentor engineering managers in the U.S. and Serbia.

Skills

Managing engineering roadmaps
Cross-cultural collaboration
Technical expertise in hardware/software engineering
People management

Education

Mechanical, electrical, or aerospace engineering background

Job description

A leading technology startup is seeking an experienced engineering leader to drive their engineering function for autonomous drone solutions. This role involves managing teams, defining processes, and collaboratively working on innovative technology. Ideal candidates will have over 8 years of relevant experience and a background in engineering, plus the ability to mentor teams across global locations. Competitive salary and equity offered.
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