About PlatformE
Since 2015, PlatformE has been transforming the fashion industry with innovative on-demand production and one-to-one personalization at scale. Our technology empowers brands to reduce waste, optimize margins, and meet customer demands with efficiency and precision. As we scale, we’re seeking an experienced and dynamic VP of Engineering to lead our engineering efforts and drive excellence in technical execution.
Role Overview
The VP of Engineering will oversee PlatformE’s engineering organization, ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality products and solutions. This role is both strategic and operational, requiring leadership in scaling the engineering team, optimizing development processes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to align technical initiatives with business goals.
You will lead our engineering and development teams, based in Porto (Portugal).
Key Responsibilities
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Engineering Leadership: Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing engineering team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and innovation.
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Technical Execution: Oversee the design, development, and delivery of scalable, secure, and reliable software solutions.
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Operational Excellence: Streamline engineering processes and implement best practices to improve efficiency, productivity, and quality.
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Product Collaboration: Work closely with product management to prioritize and deliver on the product roadmap.
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Team Scaling: Strategically grow the engineering team to meet the demands of a rapidly expanding business.
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Technology Vision: Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies, ensuring PlatformE’s technology remains competitive and innovative.
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Cross-Functional Communication: Act as a bridge between engineering and other departments, ensuring alignment on goals and priorities.
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Resource Management: Optimize the allocation of resources, balancing short-term needs with long-term goals.
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Performance Metrics: Establish and monitor KPIs to track engineering performance and project outcomes.
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Risk Management: Identify technical risks and implement strategies to mitigate them.
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Stakeholder Communication: Provide regular updates to the CEO and other stakeholders on project progress and technical performance.
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Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with other teams to develop versatile software and seamless integrations.
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Independent Operation: Operate autonomously, driving projects forward with minimal supervision.
Qualifications
- Proven experience as a VP of Engineering, Director of Engineering, or similar leadership role in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong track record of managing and scaling engineering teams in a B2B SaaS environment.
- In-depth knowledge of software development lifecycle (SDLC), modern development methodologies, and best practices.
- Proficiency in modern programming languages and frameworks (e.g., Python, JavaScript, etc.).
- Hands-on experience with cloud platforms, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices.
- Exceptional leadership, team-building, and people management skills.
- Strong strategic thinking and decision-making abilities.
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Stock Option Plan aligned with the position and company policy.
- Flexible hybrid work environment.
- Opportunity to lead innovative projects in a rapidly evolving industry and make a global impact.
- A culture that values creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning.
How to Apply
If you’re excited about this opportunity and believe you have the skills and experience to elevate PlatformE’s technology to the next level, we’d love to hear from you!
