Heap is an innovative FinTech founded in 2020, set out to create a smart digital pension partner applying technology, product advantages and deep market understanding to provide a unique digital experience. We see ourselves as a people-first company culture based on high level of trust, openness, and ambitions. We are looking for an entrepreneurial, hands-on CTO to build and lead our development team in the creation of the future of pension from pre-launch to scale - as part of our leadership.
The role
Be a member of the Heap Management and shape the company strategy, particularly the technology and product strategy.
Build and lead the engineering team (including engagement, recruitment, retention and team performance management)
Set the technical vision and engineering roadmap
Continuous sparring with the rest of the team - Bring your technical insights and lead the process of taking ideas to implementations. - Structure your time estimates and plan for deliveries
Partner with cross-functional teams from our institutional partner to ensure smooth integration, operation and development
Define best practices around coding methodologies, software development, and quality assurance
Provide hands-on involvement when needed
Desired Expertise and Experience
7+ years (5+ years hands-on) architecting and building products from pre-launch through scale
Strong understanding of software architecture and best practices (Clean code / SOLID / DRY / Design patterns)
Fluent in Javascript / Node.js / TypeScript and REST API design
Firm understanding of databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, or similar)
Experience in one or more Javascript Frameworks (React.js or equivalent)
Startup experience in engineering leadership positions at high-growth tech companies
Strong foundations in service-based architectures and distributed systems
Strong experience with security best practices
Proven ability to scale and build engineering teams
Ability to understand and speak Danish language
Relevant industry experience in Financial Services is a plus
This job comes with several perks and benefits
Get your caffeine fix to get you started and keep you going.
Social gatherings and games; hang out with your colleagues.
Peckish after lunch? We got your back with soft drinks, treats and fruit.
Friday is something special, let's enjoy a beer together.
We want to take you from good to great.
Your local office is your anchor point, thus, we placed it centrally at your convenience.