Head of Engineering - Los Angeles
$190k/y-$290k/y
3 days ago
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Summary
ZAM is seeking a Head of Engineering to join their team in Los Angeles, CA. The role involves leading the engineering function, driving technical strategy, and ensuring high-quality delivery of product initiatives.
About the Role
As the Head of Engineering, you will be the senior-most technical leader responsible for the vision, strategy, and execution of the engineering function. You will lead and mentor the engineering leadership team, oversee application development and infrastructure, and drive operational excellence and continuous improvement.
About You
Required:
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 7-10+ years of progressive engineering leadership experience with a proven track record of managing and scaling software development and operations teams.
- 10+ years of software engineering experience with a strong background in building and operating high-traffic, consumer-facing web applications.
- Demonstrated experience in defining and executing a holistic technical strategy.
- Proven ability to lead teams in an agile environment.
Preferred:
- Deep understanding of modern software architecture, cloud infrastructure (AWS preferred), CI/CD, testing, and operational best practices.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Familiarity working with teams in different time zones.
- World of Warcraft & Diablo/ARPG gamer with extensive knowledge of the games and communities.
Benefits
- Eligibility for an annual discretionary performance bonus.
- Gaming allowance.
- Comprehensive benefit package including fully paid medical/dental/vision premiums for you and your family.
- Generous 401(k) matching contributions.
- Generous annual PTOs and paid holidays.
ZAM
ZAM Network is a multi-faceted company comprised of a full-service creative ZAM Agency. We specialize in building engaged gaming communities and comprehensive solutions through its three core pillars of marketing, creative services and user research.
Los Angeles, CA