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Head of Engineering (Technology)

aktivate2 open roles

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$160,000 – $180,000 a yearly
Where
Canada
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Remote
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Company: Aktivate Location: Greater NYC Area (Remote) Reports to: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Employment Type: Full-time

Job Overview

Aktivate, a Series A startup revolutionizing sports management and team fundraising for 1MM+ kids / 3,000+ public schools / 7 of the top 10 largest school districts in the country, is seeking an experienced Head of Engineering to lead our technology function as a solo leader. This role reports directly to the CEO and will oversee all technology operations, providing critical data-driven insights to support our product & sales-driven strategy.

As a key member of the leadership team, you will facilitate strategic direction and implementation of cutting-edge software solutions, analytics, and AI expansion. You will be involved in every aspect of the product development process, from brainstorming, ideation to production launch and on-going expansion of our products. You will play a pivotal role in shaping our data-driven decision-making processes and advancing our technology capabilities across mobile, web and data.

If you are a strategic thinker, innovative problem solver, and a leader passionate about leveraging data to drive business success, we invite you to apply for this challenging and rewarding role.

Key Responsibilities

  • Build, lead, and inspire a high-performing team of software and data engineers, quality assurance analysts and delivery managers.
  • Accountable for execution of roadmaps across multiple product groups and agile teams.
  • Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.
  • Oversee the design and implementation of scalable and robust architectures aligned to deliver business outcomes and objectives.
  • Ensure effective data governance, quality, and security standards are maintained.
  • Drive the development and deployment of algorithms, design patterns, performance monitoring and devops.
  • Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in AI.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product, program, and business units, to understand requirements that meet business needs.
  • Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.
  • Provide direction for prioritization and resource allocation.
  • Build and model a culture of excellence, inclusivity, and innovation.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field; or equivalent practical experience.
  • 7+ years of experience in software development across web, mobile applications, APIs, and back-end systems, with hands-on use of modern technologies and AI.
  • 5+ years working in startup or small team environments, demonstrating ability to operate effectively with limited resources.
  • 4+ years of experience managing and scaling offshore engineering teams.
  • 5+ years of experience delivering B2B, B2C, and SaaS solutions, with a focus on customer service and highly transactional systems.
  • 3+ years leading agile teams with a strong customer-first mindset.
  • Proficient in PHP, React, React Native, RESTful APIs, MySQL or PostgreSQL, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
  • Strong business acumen with the ability to align technical solutions with strategic objectives.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Track record of building and leading high-performing engineering teams.
  • Sports fan is a PLUS

Compensation

  • Cash Compensation: Base salary range of $160,000 - $180,000 plus bonus (dependent on location and experience).
  • Equity: Equity participation commensurate with experience, allowing for upside in the company’s success.
  • Benefits: A competitive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, and other perks typical of a venture-backed startup (to be discussed in the interview process).

About Aktivate:

Aktivate is a fast growing Series A startup with a mission to help kids live winning lives. Aktivate is transforming how scholastic sports are managed and funded. We serve 1MM+ kids, 50K+ coaches, 3K+ schools and 7 of the 10 largest districts in the country. We foster a culture of innovation and “resilient positivity,” where every team member has an ownership mentality and is committed to relentless execution and systematic improvement.

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