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# software development leader

- **Company:** Brainbay
- **Location:** Utrecht, Netherlands (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** €5,235.0 - €7,478.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Cyber Security, Scrum Methodology, Systems Development Life Cycle, Generative AI, Information Technology
- **Published:** September 29, 2026
- **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/head-of-engineering-brainbay-vacatures-nvm-10227902

## About the Role

The ideal candidate is an experienced engineering leader. With a strong, full-stack background you combine technical credibility with strong people leadership. As this is a new role within Brainbay - an environment in which engineering craftsmanship is highly valued -, you are comfortable shaping the position and fostering. Your leadership style is practical and collaborative, and willing to contribute directly when needed. In addition:

 * At least BS degree in Computer Science, similar technical field or study or equivalent practical experience;
 * Strong leadership, coordination, and stakeholder management skills;
 * Good understanding of agile principles;
 * Experience in at least one of the following areas: Information Security, (Solution) Architecture and use of Generative AI in SDLC;
 * Fluent in Dutch and English;
 * At the time of applying, you reside in the Netherlands.

## Description

* Lead, mentor, and develop data, front-end and back-end engineers through regular feedback, coaching, performance management, and career development.
 * Provide technical leadership to set and maintain engineering standards, including the shared context and guardrails for the use of Generative AI across the different teams.
 * Foster a culture of ownership, continuous improvement, constructive feedback, and knowledge sharing across the Scrum teams.
 * Support hiring and onboarding to help grow an international, diverse engineering team.
 * Partner with the CTO, members of the management team, and other stakeholders to shape technical direction, including engineering practices, information security and architecture.


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