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Head of Engineering

Delmar Nord
York, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 12/20/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/18/2026

Director of Engineering | YC Start-up | NYC


We’re partnering with a YC-backed startup on a confidential search for a Director of Engineering. This role will lead a growing engineering team while shaping the technical strategy and architecture of the platform. You’ll also partner closely with product and business leadership to translate company goals into a clear, executable technical roadmap.


lead the engineering team, own technical strategy, and work closely with product and business leadership at a pivotal growth stage.


About the role:

  • Manage and grow a team of engineers (currently 4 ICs, expanding)
  • Drive technical strategy, architecture, and product execution
  • Stay hands‑on with full‑stack design and implementation
  • Partner with leadership on product direction and business priorities


What we’re looking for:

  • Proven leadership in high‑growth startups or tech‑forward orgs
  • Backend/system design strength with fullstack fluency (Golang, Python or OOP)
  • Track record of scaling teams and shipping complex products
  • Passion for mentoring and building resilient, secure systems


NYC hybrid (3 days in office)

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