Head of Engineering

NFQ

Hybrid

Vilnius

Full-time

Manager

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NFQ is hiring a Head of Engineering — a full-time, based in Vilnius role. Apply directly on NFQ's careers page below.

Head of Engineering

Team: Process & Quality

Location: Vilnius/Kaunas/Šiauliai

Commitment: Full-time

Workplace Type: hybrid

We build the tech that moves industries forward. We have our eyes set on AI, energy, logistics, sports and other complex and exciting segments.

We believe in an innovative approach to solving deep issues and encourage our people to find their own solutions. We are constantly rethinking processes, business models, architecture, and tech stacks.

We foster a sense of curiosity, experimentation, and passion beyond code. With us, you can easily deepen your knowledge in any field you’re curious about. And because we work across many industries, you’ll be gaining the experience others can only dream of.

As the Head of Engineering, you will play a crucial role in shaping our technical team and ensuring our technological solutions continually satisfy our clients. We are seeking a strategic leader, skilled in navigating IT strategy and proficient in managing challenges effectively. If you are dedicated to guiding a team, have a sharp technical mind, proven leadership skills, and are willing to face challenges head-on - we'd like to hear from you!

In this role, you will

Collaborate with the Head of Business Unit to achieve the financial targets of the unit
Take responsibility for the overall performance of the unit and continuously seek ways to improve it
Work with the Head of Business Unit to define the technical direction and identity of the unit
Hire, mentor, and develop team members while collaborating with them on personal and career growth
Design and implement an IT strategy that enables the team to grow and work efficiently
Stay informed about technological innovations and prepare cost-effective plans for implementing new solutions in the unit
Organize project kick-offs and ensure released projects adhere to NFQ global infrastructure standards
Address technical issues within the unit and with clients, identify technical risks, and implement preventive measures
Take ultimate responsibility for technical and architectural solutions for all team projects
Provide technical guidance to engineering teams
Actively participate in new customer landing processes
Identify technical business opportunities for existing clients by analyzing their technologies and proposing the most effective, value-driven solutions

What you will bring

Knowledge of the PHP ecosystem (or other object-oriented programming languages such as .NET or Java)
Proven experience in managing technical teams, establishing processes, driving change, creating career development plans, resolving conflicts, mentoring team members, and monitoring team performance
Proven ability to ensure the delivery of high-quality services while aligning teams and processes to exceed customer expectations
Experience coordinating complex business project deliveries and other key initiatives
Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
Solid understanding of the technical architectures of complex and scalable systems
Ability to see the big picture and understand the purpose behind the team’s work
Exceptional problem-solving skills with a focus on driving effective solutions
A growth-oriented mindset with a dedication to developing others
Proficient in effective written and verbal communication with high-quality presentation skills in both Lithuanian and English