Engineering Leadership That’s About Execution, Not Bureaucracy.

Please read the information in this job post thoroughly to understand exactly what is expected of potential candidates.Are you an

engineering leader

who thrives in a

fast-paced, execution-driven environment ? Do you cut through the noise, make high-impact decisions, and drive teams to

deliver at speed ? If so, we want to talk.At

Gecko , we’re revolutionising how

higher education institutions engage with students . Our SaaS platform is used by some of the world’s leading universities, and we need a

Head of Engineering

who can take our

engineering team to the next level.The RoleThis is not a ‘sit-back-and-observe’ leadership role. As our

Head of Engineering , you will be hands-on -

leading, coaching, making critical calls, and ensuring flawless execution . You’ll

own delivery, drive high performance, and optimise processes

to keep our engineering team aligned and efficient.You’ll manage a team of

16 engineers , including

Tech Leads, an Engineering Manager, and QA , while working cross-functionally with Product, Security, CS, and Sales. We need someone who can

make rapid, high-impact decisions

and create an engineering culture that’s focused on

outcomes, speed, and impact.What You’ll Be DoingOwn Engineering Delivery: Ensure projects, features, and system improvements are delivered

on time and at a high standard .Lead & Scale the Team: Manage and coach

Tech Leads and an Engineering Manager , ensuring

clarity, accountability, and professional growth .Optimise Engineering Processes: Refine sprints, stand-ups, and planning to

cut inefficiencies, eliminate unnecessary meetings, and remove roadblocks . Drive a lean approach to engineering execution that maximises impact while minimising wasted effort.Drive Technical & AI Strategy: Oversee the

harmonisation of our PHP-based stack , ensuring we’re AI-ready and scalable.Cut Through Noise & Focus on Impact: Make

fast, pragmatic decisions

that accelerate delivery.Ensure Security & Compliance: Work closely with our Security & Compliance Manager to embed best practices and industry standards (ISO, SOC2, etc.).Manage Stakeholders & Resources: Work with

Product, CS, Sales, and Security

to align priorities, while keeping AWS and software costs under control.What We’re Looking ForProven Engineering Leadership: Experience leading

10+ engineers

in a SaaS or scale-up environment.Delivery-Driven Mentality: A no-nonsense,

get-it-done

approach to execution, with a strong focus on measuring and improving performance to track velocity and continuously optimise output.Technical Background:

Deep understanding of backend engineering,

ideally PHP (Laravel, Lumen) and AWS infrastructure.AI & Machine Learning Exposure: Familiarity with

AI-driven technologies

and their application within SaaS products.Startup DNA: Comfortable working in

an agile, fast-moving environment

where priorities shift and execution speed is king.Process Optimisation Mindset: Experience

improving engineering velocity

while maintaining high-quality output.High-Impact Decision Maker: Able to make

bold, pragmatic decisions

quickly.Security & Compliance Awareness: Understanding of best practices and industry standards (ISO, SOC2, GDPR, etc.).Excellent Communication & Stakeholder Management: Ability to engage with engineers, leadership, and customers to drive results.What’s In It for You?Work-Life Balance:

33 days of holiday, optional compressed 4-day workweek, and flexible working arrangements.JFDI Attitude:

We believe in getting things done within a short 34-hour workweek - work with a team that moves fast and delivers real impact.Remote Flexibility:

Embrace remote working with a stellar home office setup, also including MacBook Pro and headphones of your choice.Workation:

Take your work on the road and explore new horizons.Perks Galore:

Private healthcare, pension, death in service, EAP, and employee discounts & benefits via Perkbox.Dynamic Virtual Environment:

Work with some of the best in the biz in a dynamic, energetic, and super fun vibrant virtual office environment, where collaboration knows no bounds.Ready to Lead, Build, and Deliver?If you’re the kind of

Head of Engineering

who

makes things happen, leads from the front, and thrives in a high-performance culture , then we want to hear from you.Click

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