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Grupo QuintoAndar

Head of Engineering

Grupo QuintoAndar

. Define the engineering strategy to solve high-impact distribution problems and scale systems for the next decade .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeRemote • BrazilLeadWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in defining engineering strategies for scalable systems and leading high-performing teams in software engineering. Proficient in navigating executive-level trade-offs and fostering an inclusive engineering culture while driving AI-first transformations.

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12+ Years Of Experience In Software Engineering5+ Years In Senior Leadership RolesExperience With Java, Kotlin, Node.js, Go, Python, React, And AWSFluency In PortugueseExcellent English Skills

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Hard Skills
Software Architecture ParadigmsDistributed Data ConsistencyData-Intensive ApplicationsMachine Learning/AI Features AssessmentTechnical ScreeningArchitecture InterviewsLive Coding Cases
Soft Skills
Mentoring Engineering ManagersFostering Inclusive CultureNavigating Executive-Level Trade-Offs
Tools & Technologies
Claude CodeMulti-Agent SystemsMicroservices OrchestrationReal-Time ML Processing
Industry Keywords
High-Growth Technology EnvironmentsEnterprise TechnologyOrganizational DesignDeployment VelocityExtreme Reliability

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
AWSJavaJavaScriptKotlinMicroservicesNode.jsPythonReactGo

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Define the engineering strategy to solve high-impact distribution problems and scale systems for the next decade
  • Build and lead an organization of builders
  • Drive the AI-first transformation of the engineering organization
  • Ensure engineering is structured and equipped to design scalable, resilient systems supporting low-latency conversational journeys, extensive microservices orchestration, and real-time ML processing
  • Lead teams working with Java, Kotlin, Node.js, Go, Python, React, and AWS
  • Champion the adoption of Claude Code and multi-agent systems to increase developer productivity
  • Partner directly with C-level executives and Product Leadership to align the technical roadmap with business goals
  • Oversee multiple engineering verticals
  • Mentor Engineering Managers and Staff Engineers
  • Evolve the organizational design to eliminate silos, increase deployment velocity, and maintain extreme reliability
  • Participate in technical screening, architecture live cases, live coding cases, architecture interviews, and technology leadership interviews

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • 12+ years of experience in software engineering
  • At least 5+ years in senior leadership roles managing managers, Directors, and Staff/Principal Engineers in high-growth or enterprise technology environments
  • Proven experience scaling engineering teams of 50+ engineers
  • Deep understanding of modern software architecture paradigms, distributed data consistency, and data-intensive applications
  • Ability to assess architectures supporting Machine Learning/AI features at immense scale
  • Proven ability to navigate executive-level trade-offs, including CapEx vs. OpEx, velocity vs. reliability, organizational structure optimization, and build vs. buy
  • Demonstrated ability to attract top-tier talent, lead complex organizational changes, and foster an inclusive, high-ownership engineering culture
  • Fluency in Portuguese
  • Excellent English skills (mandatory)
  • Experience with Java, Kotlin, Node.js, Go, Python, React, and AWS
  • Technical depth to engage with Staff and Principal Engineers on complex architectural trade-offs

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Competitive salary
  • Profit sharing
  • Meal allowance
  • Health insurance
  • Dental plan
  • Life insurance
  • Childcare subsidy and Atypical Parenthood subsidy
  • Wellhub
  • Home office allowance
  • Employee assistance program (mental health, social, legal, and financial support)
  • Extended parental leave
  • Day off on your birthday, Mother’s Day, and Father’s Day
  • Benefits Club (discounts on everyday services)
  • Discounts at educational institutions
  • Children’s reading kit – PlayKids
  • Work From Anywhere program, allowing employees to work from any country for up to 90 days per year