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Engineering Head

Engineering Head

Finlink Group • Markham, ON, Canada
10 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Engineering Head

Are you a hands-on leader who thrives on building high-performing teams and delivering cutting-edge gaming products? If nothing is too big or too small when it comes to creating success, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. As Engineering Head, you will lead and grow a talented team of Front-end and Back-end developers, along with QA professionals, driving operational excellence and ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality gaming projects.

This role is ideal for someone with a blend of technical expertise, project management experience, and business acumen, someone who is passionate about mentoring, building scalable solutions, and inspiring a diverse team of professionals.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Lead and set strategic direction for the Engineering team, aligning efforts with business objectives.
  • Oversee end-to-end project and product delivery, ensuring successful execution and timely launches.
  • Manage and prioritize workloads, optimizing resource allocation and meeting deadlines.
  • Collaborate with product, design, and operations teams to turn business requirements into robust technical solutions.
  • Drive best practices in Agile methodologies, CI / CD, code quality, and emerging technologies such as AI and real-time systems.
  • Monitor team performance, system reliability, and project progress using data-driven insights.
  • Ensure compliance with data privacy, security standards, and industry regulations.
  • Mentor and develop team leads and individual contributors, supporting both technical and career growth.
  • Foster an inclusive, innovative culture that encourages knowledge sharing, experimentation, and continuous improvement.
  • Recruit, onboard, and retain top engineering talent to support team growth.
  • Identify project risks and implement proactive mitigation strategies.
  • Build strong relationships with internal teams, partners, vendors, and clients.
  • Stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in gaming development.
  • Plan, manage, and optimize engineering budgets to support growth.
  • Report to the COO on project status, budgets, timelines, and resource allocation.

Professional Qualifications & Experience :

  • 5+ years of leadership experience managing developers and QA teams.
  • 3+ years in the gaming industry (or related field), with strong knowledge of game development processes, platforms, and project lifecycles.
  • Proven experience implementing and leading Scrum and Agile methodologies.
  • Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to motivate and inspire.
  • Excellent project management skills with a track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to collaborate across all levels of the organization.
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills with a proactive, practical approach.
  • Experience with project and delivery management tools.
  • Deep passion for gaming and strong understanding of the industry landscape.
  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Computer Science, Project Management, or similar); advanced degrees or certifications are a plus.
  • If you are ready to take your career to the next level and lead a team that shapes the future of gaming, this is your opportunity to make a real impact!

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