VP of Engineering

TLDR

Lead high-performing engineering teams to align technology initiatives with business goals while driving innovation in cloud-based healthcare solutions.

We’re Doctify 

Doctify is the global platform built by doctors for doctors, on a mission to build the largest, most trusted global network of validated healthcare providers and experts. We connect patients with the right doctors, and doctors with respected peers, to ensure better care worldwide. Through verified patient reviews and professional skill endorsements, Doctify creates unmatched credibility for providers and empowers patients to choose care with confidence. 

Founded in 2015 and backed by $30m+ in funding, Doctify operates across 6 countries. We are uniting the global healthcare community, one trusted connection at a time. 

We do things differently here at Doctify, we are boldly leading a digital revolution in healthcare and are confident in our mission. 

About The Role 

As we continue our global growth, we are looking for an experienced, strategic, and hands-on VP of Engineering to lead our engineering department. 

You will be responsible for building and scaling high-performing engineering teams (mainly remote), defining our technology roadmap, and ensuring the delivery of secure, reliable, and innovative cloud-based solutions. You will work closely with executive leadership to align engineering initiatives with our business business goals and customer needs. 

You’ll be responsible for 

  • Leading, mentoring, and growing a diverse team of engineers (mainly remote), fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and innovation, whilst supporting and working closely with our engineering manager 
  • Defining and executing Doctify’s engineering strategy, and aligning technology initiatives with business objectives 
  • Overseeing the architecture, development, deployment, and maintenance of our cloud-based platform, ensuring scalability, security, and repeatability
  • Driving best practices in software development, including agile methodologies, CI/CD, code quality, and testing
  •  Collaborating with Product, Design, and Operations teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality features and enhancements 
  • Evaluating engaging technologies and trends to keep Doctify at the forefront of cloud-based healthcare software 
  • Managing engineering budgets, resource planning, and vendor relationships 
  • Serving as a key member of the leadership team, contributing to strategic decision-making and company growth 

About you 

You will have - 

  • 10+ years of proven experience in software engineering including leadership responsibilities, in cloud-based SaaS platforms is highly desirable 
  • A strong track record of building, scaling, and leading high-performing engineering teams 
  • Deep expertise in cloud architecture, software development, and modern technology stacks (AWS, Azure, GCP, microservices, etc.) 
  • Experience with agile product development and delivering large-scale software products
  • Strong business acumen with the ability to translate strategic goals into technical execution 
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills, with experience working with executive teams 
  • A passion for healthcare technology and improving patient experiences

What We Offer

At Doctify, we shape careers with purpose. Our benefits are designed to fuel your growth, flexibility, and wellbeing. 

🌴 Time off, flexibility & balance 

  • 28 days annual leave (25 + 3 between Christmas and New Year), earning up to 30 days leave with tenure 
  • 2 weeks of remote working annually (within 3-hour time zone of HQ) 
  • Hybrid working model 
  • Enhanced Parental Leave 
  • 2 weeks Peternity Leave to welcome your newest furry family member 
  • Medicash health cash plan 

Setting you up for success 

  • Competitive, benchmarked compensation
  • 3-month immersive onboarding experience 
  • Ongoing learning through expert-led sessions, leadership insights, and soft-skill development 
  • Clear internal mobility pathways to accelerate your career 

💙 The uniquely Doctify experience 

  • Daily team huddles to connect, share wins and spark ideas 
  • Regional Lunch Clubs & team socials powered by our Fun Police 
  • Quarterly Doctifier nominated Impact Awards 
  • Employee referral bonus: £700 (or local equivalent) per hire 

🌍 Our Commitment to DEIB 

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging aren’t just values. They’re at the core of what makes us Uniquely Doctify. These principles shape how we work, how we work, how we build our teams, how we design our policies, and how we bring our mission to life. 

As a global team, we know that diverse perspectives drive innovation and lead to better outcomes for patients, providers and each other. We’re committed to creating a fair, inclusive environment where everyone is heard, respected and empowered to thrive. 
We want to ensure that everyone has an equitable and comfortable experience throughout our hiring process. If you require any adjustments, we’re happy to discuss how we can support you. You can contact us at [email protected].

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

2 weeks of remote working annually (within 3-hour time zone of HQ)

4-Day Workweek

Hybrid working model

Employee referral bonus

Employee referral bonus: £700 (or local equivalent) per hire

Paid Parental Leave

Enhanced Parental Leave

Paid Time Off

28 days annual leave (25 + 3 between Christmas and New Year), earning up to 30 days leave with tenure

Doctify is a global platform designed by doctors for doctors, connecting patients with trusted healthcare providers and facilitating connections among medical professionals. By leveraging validated reviews and endorsements, we create a reliable network that empowers patients to make informed choices about their care and enhances the credibility of healthcare experts.

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