Head of Engineering (BackEnd)

b_labs is the transformation and digitization arm of B.TECH, on a mission to change the industry as we know it. We spearhead tech innovation at B.TECH, an organization that has been a cornerstone of the Egyptian retail industry. We are the engine powering B.TECH in achieving its goal of becoming the leading omni-channel platform for consumer electronics and appliances in Egypt. By joining b labs, you will get to benefit from a collaborative startup environment, while also enjoying the stability of working within a company that has achieved strong growth year after year. You will be part of a visionary, customer-focused team with an ambitious mission--to become a trailblazer for digital retail within the Middle East.

We are seeking a dynamic and visionary Head of Engineering to lead our Backend Development function in the retail domain. This role requires a hands-on leader who is deeply passionate about technology, stays ahead of industry trends, and drives innovation across backend, frontend, and mobile platforms. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in software engineering, data-driven decision-making, and a proven ability to build scalable, high-performing systems.

Responsibilities

• Technology Leadership:
• Define and execute the engineering strategy aligned with business goals.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies, frameworks, and best practices to ensure continuous innovation.
• Team Management & Development:
• Build, mentor, and inspire a high-performing engineering team across Backend Development.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, agility, and technical excellence.
• Architecture & Development:
• Oversee design and development of robust, scalable, and secure systems for retail applications.
• Ensure seamless integration across platforms and maintain high standards of code quality.
• Data-Driven Approach:
• Collaborate with data teams to leverage analytics for product optimization and customer insights.
• Implement data-driven engineering practices to improve performance and decision-making.
• Innovation & Continuous Improvement:
• Drive adoption of modern tools, cloud technologies, and automation.
• Champion best practices in CI/CD, DevOps, and software lifecycle management.

Requirements

• Technical Expertise:

• Strong background in backend development (e.g., Python,TypeScript, etc.).
• Solid understanding of data architecture, analytics, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).

Leadership Experience:

• Minimum 10+ years in software engineering with at least 5 years in leadership roles.
• Proven track record of managing large engineering teams and delivering complex projects.

Retail Domain Knowledge:

• Experience in retail technology solutions (e-commerce platforms, POS systems, inventory management, etc.) is highly desirable.

Soft Skills:

• Strong communication, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment.

Benefits

Office environment: When you come to our b_labs office, you'll find creative workspaces, a well-equipped kitchen, and an open design to foster collaboration between teams.

Education budget: We believe the learning journey never ends, therefore you will be entitled to an annual education budget to take part in trainings, courses or onsite conferences of your choice.

Flexibility: You know best whether you want to work from home or in the office. However, if you want to join your teammates onsite, we will subsidize the costs for lunch to foster the b_labs office community

Mobility package: When you are joining the b_labs office, we will subsidize your mobility expenses for public transport.

Equipment: From "Day 1" you will receive all the equipment you need be successful at work. Therefore, you can choose your laptop and get all the tools you need to stay on top of your game.