AlexStaff Agency is hiring a Head of Engineering to lead and scale a team of engineers dedicated to a high-load Linux platform and automation unit. You will be a key leader within a global product company, driving architectural strategy and fostering a Linux-first, automation-focused culture.
What You'll Do
- Lead and scale a team of ~20 engineers in a high-impact technical unit
- Combine strategic oversight with hands-on involvement in Python or full-stack development
- Drive the architectural strategy and implementation of scalable solutions
- Promote a Linux-first and automation-focused engineering approach
- Ensure system reliability, operational efficiency, and high code quality
- Act as a player-coach: lead by example, mentor the team, and solve complex challenges
- Translate high-level product ideas into technical execution
- Build and nurture a high-performance engineering culture
What We're Looking For
- 10+ years of software development experience
- Strong Linux expertise - from internals to system-level understanding
- Deep experience with automation, CI/CD, and infrastructure tooling
- 3–5+ years in an engineering leadership role
- Successful track record managing teams of 15–25 engineers
- Ability to lead in fast-paced, product-focused environments
- Russian - native; English - C1+
Nice to Have
- Preferably with Python
Technical Stack
- Python
- Linux
Team & Environment
You will lead a team of ~20 engineers, which is part of a fully remote team of 250+ engineers globally.
Benefits & Compensation
- A strong focus on professional development through challenging projects and knowledge-sharing programs, including mentorship
- Completely remote work from anywhere in the world
- Flexible working hours
- 24 paid vacation days per year, 10 national holidays, and unlimited sick leave
- Compensation for private medical insurance
- Reimbursement for co-working spaces and gym or sports activities
- The opportunity to receive a reward for the most innovative idea that the company can patent
- A decent salary according to your experience and skills (the exact amount is discussed with the final candidate)
Work Mode
This is a fully remote position open to candidates anywhere in the world.
