Head of Software Engineering

1 week ago


El Segundo, California, United States NewSpace Technical Full time

Lead Software Engineering Team

Location: El Segundo, California, United States

Competitive salary: $200,000 - $250,000 + Stock Options + Health + Benefits + Flexible PTO

NewSpace Technical is partnering with a pioneering startup developing a portable, new-age microreactor. This cutting-edge technology aims to replace existing generators for sectors across the board from military bases, to microgrids and more. Utilizing modern software engineering, the company is on a fast track to demonstrate the first fuelled operation of a new commercial nuclear reactor design in just two years.

Your Role:

As the Head of Software Engineering, you will lead and grow the software engineering organization, building upon an existing team of engineers. With good funding and a first product to be launched within the next two years, this is a rapidly growing position and team.

The position would suit a hands-on Director level engineer looking to take a step up into a Head of role, or an experienced Head of looking to join a scaling series B company on this exciting journey.

Responsibilities:

Recruit, lead, and expand a high-performing software team.

Manage the software development timeline, budget, and strategy in alignment with company objectives.

Promote a collaborative work environment focused on responsible engineering practices.

Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams and leadership to understand business requirements and convert them into dependable solutions.

Oversee the design and scaling of the DevOps infrastructure.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or a related field.

Over 4 years of experience in software development.

At least 3 years of experience in leading software teams.

Desired Skills and Qualifications:

Proven experience in developing software for hardware products from concept through production.

Experience in leading and mentoring software managers.

Demonstrated success in leading high-performance software teams and managing software operations, best practices, methodologies, and tools.

Experience in multidisciplinary technical environments addressing complex and ambiguous problems.

Ability to switch seamlessly between deep technical problem-solving and strategic planning.

Proficiency with AWS.

A strong interest in advancing nuclear energy technology.



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