Director of Engineering

Director of Engineering Overview

Wheely is on a mission to redefine premium transportation across major cities in Europe, the US, and the Middle East by combining advanced technology with exceptional chauffeuring services. With over 100,000 active riders and 1,200 corporate accounts, Wheely is a profitable and rapidly growing scale-up, having raised $43M and generating over $100M in annual revenue. As we expand into new markets, including a recent launch in New York City, we are looking for a Director of Engineering to help shape our future.

The Director of Engineering will play a crucial role in rebuilding Wheely to create the fastest and most reliable ride-hailing app available. This involves ensuring that both the passenger and driver apps remain responsive even in challenging network conditions, while also prioritizing privacy as a core feature of our service. The successful candidate will be responsible for the platform’s core infrastructure, guiding the engineering team in automating workflows, and addressing key architectural questions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical direction of the platform, including making decisions on architectural approaches such as microservices.
• Ensure the driver app functions effectively under adverse network conditions, managing real-time features like location tracking and dispatch.
• Drive the engineering privacy strategy, focusing on the unique aspects of data flow within our systems compared to competitors.
• Develop and enhance the internal agent harness to facilitate AI integration into workflows that previously required human input.
• Help establish London as a significant engineering hub by participating in hiring, defining the scope of work for the London office, and cultivating a strong office culture.

Requirements

• Experience in designing backend systems from scratch, with a focus on the trade-offs made during the design process.
• Background in developing real-time systems at a consumer scale.
• Several years of experience managing engineering teams, with a strong emphasis on making and defending hiring and firing decisions.
• Willingness to relocate to London, with regular travel to the Cyprus hub expected.

Benefits

• Office-based role in West London, requiring four days a week onsite with flexible start and finish times, plus one remote day of your choice.
• Participation in an employee stock options plan.
• Comprehensive private medical and dental insurance.
• Life and critical illness coverage.
• Provision of the latest-generation MacBook Pro and 4K display.
• Monthly credit towards Wheely journeys.
• Access to a Cycle to Work scheme.
• Professional development stipend.
• Relocation support, including visa sponsorship and allowance.

Degree Requirement: Bachelor’s

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