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Engineering Director, GenAI and Web Applications
@Benchsci
[Hiring] Engineering Director, GenAI and Web Applications @Benchsci
Feb 27, 2025 - Benchsci is hiring a remote Engineering Director, GenAI and Web Applications. đź’¸ Salary: unspecified. đź“ŤLocation: Canada.
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Role Description
We are seeking an experienced Engineering Director, GenAI and Web Applications to lead our technology strategy and execution as we scale our AI-powered SaaS platform. Reporting directly to the Senior Director of Engineering, GenAI and Web Applications, you will be responsible for building and managing high-performing engineering teams consisting of Managers and Data, Backend, and Frontend developers. The ideal candidate is a passionate technologist with a proven track record in building and scaling enterprise-grade SaaS solutions.
- Help develop and drive our roadmap for GenAI and Web applications
- Lead world-class teams of engineering managers and engineers to support our growth and deliver key products and capabilities
- Guide and foster growth by overseeing the organizational design structure for your teams and partnering with Product and Science within cross-functional teams
- Mentor, grow, and support multiple engineering managers to help them run self-sufficient and high-performing engineering teams
- Play an active role in supporting and improving our hiring practices to attract top talent
- Work with other members of the engineering leadership team to agree on core values and philosophies
- Employ your expertise to inspire innovation and adoption of the latest engineering practices
Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in software development, with at least 5 years in a leadership role
- Previous experience leading and managing groups of 20+ engineers and managers
- Proven experience managing teams developing applications with Python and React with relational and NoSQL databases
- Strong understanding of microservices architecture, API development, and cloud computing
- Expertise in CI/CD, DevOps, QA automation, and Agile methodologies
- Previous experience leading frontend and backend Web initiatives
- Experience building SaaS applications
- Previous experience in a fast-paced hypergrowth startup
- Deep understanding of the complex technical problems, software development lifecycle and ensuring reliability and stability of services
- Track record of driving clarity via written and verbal communication, interpersonal skills and organizational skills
- Experience resolving complex engineering and communication issues across teams and organizations
Requirements
- Experience with Conversational AI functionality using retrieval-augmented generation (RAG)
- Experience building highly performant search and retrieval solutions
- Experience with Vector and Graphs Databases
Benefits
- An engaging remote-first culture
- A great compensation package that includes BenchSci equity options
- A robust vacation policy plus an additional vacation day every year
- Company closures for 14 more days throughout the year
- Flex time for sick days, personal days, and religious holidays
- Comprehensive health and dental benefits
- Annual learning & development budget
- A one-time home office set-up budget to use upon joining BenchSci
- An annual lifestyle spending account allowance
- Generous parental leave benefits with a top-up plan or paid time off options
- The ability to save for your retirement coupled with a company match!
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Software Development
Software Development
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Salary
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Remote
Location
Canada
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Job Type
full-time
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Posted
Feb 27, 2025
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| đź“Ť | Be aware of the location restriction for this remote position: Canada |
| ‼ | Beware of scams! When applying for jobs, you should NEVER have to pay anything. Learn more. |
