We’re working with a client who is a fast-moving startup building a modern software platform, and they’re looking for a Head of Engineering to lead their growing team.
This is an opportunity to step into a role where you’ll shape the engineering culture, scale the function into Australia, and have a direct hand in how the product and team evolve.
What you’ll be doing - Lead and grow the function - support, mentor, and guide engineers while building capability and structure for the next stage of growth.
- Drive roadmap delivery - work closely with founders and leadership to ensure technical execution stays aligned with business goals and customer needs.
- Shape architecture and delivery - balance immediate delivery with long-term planning, ensuring the platform can scale effectively.
- Champion excellence - instill practices that strengthen quality, reliability, and developer experience.
- Build for scale - play a key role in expanding the engineering team across New Zealand and into Australia.
What you’ll bring - Proven experience leading or mentoring engineering teams, ideally in a startup or high-growth environment.
- A leadership style that builds trust, supports autonomy, and encourages accountability.
- Comfort working directly with founders or senior leaders to influence strategy and product direction.
- The ability to bring structure without unnecessary process, keeping the team focused and moving forward.
- A collaborative, pragmatic mindset with a passion for building both people and product.
Why join - Take ownership of an engineering function at a pivotal stage of growth.
- Direct influence over team culture, product delivery, and long-term technical direction.
- Opportunity to expand and shape a team across NZ and Australia.
- Work closely with founders and senior leadership in a high-trust, fast-moving environment.
- Be part of a startup that values simplicity, clarity, and making a real impact.
