"Construction Tech" - International Head of Architecture
Why does this position matter?
This is a newly created position so you will be defining all policies, processes, and architectural directions of the whole company and reporting directly to the CTO.
What will you do?
You are a recognized international leader in software architecture with solid experience in complex and strategic technical environments in the "construction tech" world.
Your Strengths
* Proven expertise in designing SaaS platforms, data strategies, and overall software architecture for the construction industry.
* Excellent communication and influencing skills with both technical teams and strategic stakeholders.
* Comfortable managing large-scale technical projects, ensuring quality, security, and scalability.
* Able to think both strategically and operationally, aligning architecture with business goals.
* Fluent in English and French, both written and spoken, with experience in international contexts.
* Curious and passionate about innovation, always on the lookout for new technological trends.
Your Mission
As **Head of Architecture**, you will play a central role in building our technological vision and ensuring the success of our software projects across 7 countries, 3 Business Units, and over 30 products.
Your Responsibilities
**Architectural Leadership:**
* Define and lead the architectural vision for our strategic software solutions, ensuring performance, security, and scalability.
* Oversee the architecture of future desktop applications, particularly those integrating CAD engines, ensuring optimal integration with our SaaS platform. **Strategy & Innovation:**
* Support the evolution of data strategy and the integration of emerging technologies to improve data management and utilization across our products.
* Incorporate innovations to keep our solutions at the cutting edge of technology.
**Management & Collaboration:**
* Guide and inspire engineering teams to help them develop their skills.
* Collaborate closely with product teams, strategic stakeholders, and other departments to align architecture with business goals.
**Technical Oversight & Infrastructure:**
* Ensure the quality and integrity of our platforms; supervise infrastructure to guarantee reliability, security, and scalability.
* Build a shared service domain for efficient integration and harmonious development of our solutions.
**Communication & Project Management:**
* Act as a strategic link between technical teams and management, explaining architectural choices and their impacts.
* Manage budgets, resources, and timelines to ensure project success.
**Continuous Innovation:**
* Stay updated on trends in software architecture, CAD engines, and emerging technologies to integrate best practices into our tech stack.
Benefits
* Remote Work Policy: either 2 days per week on-site or full remote ("home office") from France or the UK
* Diversity & Inclusion: Handi-friendly company with a mentoring program
* Support for two associations every year
* Environmental initiatives throughout the year
* Career reviews, training, and internal mobility
Your Compensation Package
* Fixed salary based on profile - 100-130k£ (could be more)
* Performance-based variable pay (depending on location)
* Swile meal card
* 100% covered health and insurance plans