👋 About Us
Otera is the enterprise-grade Agentic Automation platform enabling teams to put their complex knowledge work on autopilot. By combining Agentic AI, business process digitization, and no-code development in a single platform, teams can create AI apps in minutes to achieve 90%+ straight-through processing.
With €15 million raised in a Series A funding round co-led by Red River West, Alpha Intelligence Capital, and Hoxton Ventures, and the support of existing investors Lunar Ventures and Stride VC, we are accelerating our vision to become the go-to provider for AI-driven automation solutions across the globe.
Otera is already trusted by global enterprise leaders, including Allianz, Siemens, Bayer, SAAB, and Hannover Re.
💼 About the Role
As a Head of Engineering, you will lead our engineering function with a hands-on approach, owning architecture, development quality, and technical scalability- while aligning closely with company strategy and product goals. This role is not for a pure people manager- It’s for someone who lives and breathes code, makes sharp architectural calls, and drives clarity and speed through solid engineering processes.
🔥 Key Responsibilities
* Own and evolve the architecture of our core systems, ensuring high performance, scalability, and maintainability
* Lead by example as a top-tier engineer: reviewing code, debugging, and prototyping when needed
* Drive engineering excellence: implement processes that ensure clean releases, high code quality, and rapid iteration
* Translate company strategy and product vision into an actionable, scalable engineering roadmap
* Collaborate closely with product, design, and leadership teams to align engineering efforts with business outcomes
* Build and nurture a high-performing engineering team- but through strong technical guidance, not just people management
😊 About You
* Proven track record of shipping high-quality software at scale in fast-paced, high-growth environments with experience scaling early-stage products into mature platforms
* Background in B2B SaaS, automation, or AI-driven products
* Deep understanding of modern system design, backend architecture, and engineering best practices
* Strategic thinker: you naturally connect dots between technology, product, and business goals
* Familiar with remote-first, async-friendly workflows
* Ability to simplify complex technical topics and lead cross-functional discussions
* Strong leadership presence with the ability to inspire through technical vision and clarity
⛳️ Compensation, Perks & Benefits
* Be among the first 80 to revolutionise industry standards and be part of the next unicorn. The opportunity to work remotely from anywhere in Europe, providing flexibility and a balanced lifestyle
* A role at the forefront of the startup industry, directly impacting the success and adoption of cutting-edge technologies
* Gain access to top-tier advisors and investors in their fields
* Competitive salary with performance-based incentives, reflecting the critical role of this position in our company's growth
* Access to continuous training and development opportunities to ensure you are at the top of your field
* A dynamic, inclusive, and innovative workplace culture that values every team member’s contribution towards our collective goals
We value diversity and promote it through empathy and respect. We assess based on professional skills, not on social background, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, or skin colour.
Looking forward to receiving your application!