Head of Software Engineering / Engineering Manager - Backend

Role Summary: Head of Software Engineering
As Head of Software Engineering, you will be a core member of Mikos leadership team. This role is responsible for defining and executing the software architecture vision, managing cross-functional teams, and delivering scalable, secure, high-quality software for our AI-powered robots.We are looking for a hands-on leader who thrives in fast-paced environments, brings technical depth, leads by example, and is capable of nurturing and scaling high-performing engineering teams.Key ResponsibilitiesTechnical Strategy & ArchitectureDefine and execute short- and long-term software architecture roadmaps for Mikos product suite.Drive the end-to-end software development lifecyclefrom ideation, design, implementation to deployment and maintenance.Collaborate with AI, Embedded, Product, and UX teams to deliver integrated experiences that delight end-users.Team LeadershipLead and mentor a team of 8-10+ full-stack engineers (and multiple sub-teams) across backend, frontend, DevOps, and test automation.Hire top-tier talent, manage team performance, and facilitate career growth through structured feedback and mentorship.Promote a strong engineering culture focused on innovation, quality, and ownership.Development & ExecutionBuild and maintain robust, low-latency, scalable systems across cloud, mobile, embedded, and Android platforms.Guide architectural choices across tech stacks: Java, Spring Boot, MySQL, Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines, Reactive frameworks (WebFlux/Vert.x), and modern frontend/backend systems.Champion DevOps practicesensuring high availability, performance monitoring, and automated testing.Cross-Functional CollaborationWork with founders, product managers, AI researchers, and designers to align engineering roadmaps with business goals.Contribute to product innovation and user experience decisions with a builder's mindset.Operational ExcellenceReport on engineering KPIs, delivery milestones, system reliability, and tech debt to executive leadership.Continuously improve engineering processes to support high-velocity product development while maintaining code quality.Requirements8+ years of software development experience with 3+ years in a senior leadership/architect role.Expertise in Full Stack development, especially in enterprise-grade Java-based backends, Spring Boot, RESTful APIs, microservices, SQL databases (MySQL), and CI/CD practices.Strong architectural understanding across mobile, embedded, and cloud platforms.Experience building complex distributed systems, working with technologies like Docker, Kubernetes, Android, Reactive frameworks, and cloud-native solutions.Ability to break down complex problems, provide clear technical direction, and deliver results in an agile environment.Exceptional communication and people leadership skills with a proven track record of growing and inspiring engineering teams.Passionate about working in a multidisciplinary setup and contributing to impactful products for global consumers.