About the Role
Job Title: Head of Engineering Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting direct hire Head of Engineering with our client that is fully remote. Job Description: We are looking for a Head of Engineering who can drive engineering execution, structure engineering workstreams, and help build a high-performing engineering team. This role focuses on turning product and technical direction into reliable delivery, and ensures the team ships effectively and consistently. A strong technical foundation in system architecture is a must. The role involves helping manage engineering workstreams, supporting technical decisions, and leading engineering hiring across the globe. Job Responsibilities: Help structure engineering workstreams and ensure projects move forward efficiently Identify risks, unblock engineers, and maintain steady development velocity Ensure high engineering standards while keeping teams focused on shipping Translate product direction and technical strategy into clear engineering execution Contribute to key architecture discussions and technical decisions Support engineers in evaluating system design choices and implementation trade-offs Ensure systems are implemented in a scalable and maintainable way Build and scale a strong engineering team across China, US and Europe. Recruit high-quality engineers and help maintain a strong hiring bar Establish structured hiring processes and interview standards Work closely with product, research, and leadership teams Ensure alignment across different engineering efforts and locations Help resolve technical and organizational bottlenecks Job Qualifications: Strong technical background in software engineering and system architecture Experience managing or leading engineering teams Ability to structure engineering work and maintain development velocity Strong judgment in technical decision-making Comfortable operating in early-stage environments Clear communication and ability to work across teams Job Details: Job Type: Direct Hire Pay Range: Market Rate Location: Fully Remote. About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.