Head of Engineering

Skin Analytics is an award-winning digital health company that has launched the world’s first AI-supported Skin Cancer pathway for a faster skin cancer diagnosis. Our AI as a Medical Device (AIaMD) is deployed in 18 NHS organisations, and growing. We are leading the way in leveraging AI technology to address the demand and capacity crisis facing Dermatology safely.

We are a team of passionate people who want to build a future where no one dies from skin cancer.

As Skin Analytics enters an exciting phase of growth, we're seeking a dynamic and innovative Head of Engineering to join our team. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead our technical efforts in revolutionising skin cancer diagnostics and improving patient outcomes.

The role

What We're Looking For

We value diverse perspectives and experiences. Candidates from all backgrounds who are passionate about using technology to improve healthcare outcomes are encouraged to apply. We're looking for someone who:

• Has a proven track record in engineering leadership roles.
• Demonstrates strong technical expertise and a passion for innovation.
• Excels in communication and collaboration across diverse teams.
• Shows adaptability and thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Has experience with or interest in working within regulated industries (healthcare experience is a plus, but not required).

Key Responsibilities:

• Technical Oversight
  • Oversee all technical aspects of our products, ensuring the use of best practices in development and deployment.
  • Get hands-on when needed (approx. 60/40 split of hands-on time)
  • Lead by example
  • Own the technical roadmap for the company and ensure its implementation
• Architecture and Design: Lead the design and architecture of scalable, efficient, and secure systems. Ensure Regulatory compliance of our platforms.
• Leadership and Management: Lead, mentor, and grow the teams of engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative culture.
• Project Management: Manage project timelines, deliverables, and resources to ensure timely and high-quality delivery of products.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with other departments, including Product, AI, Clinical and Operations to ensure Skin Analytics offers the best service to its users.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies to continuously improve our tech stack and engineering processes.
• Working within a regulated environment: We create and manage medical software which is built to conform with a number of regulatory standards, so experience with this (or similarly regulated industries) is advantageous.

Requirements

• Technical Requirements:
  • Proficient in Javascript, including frameworks such as Node.js and React.js
  • Extensive experience with AWS services and cloud infrastructure.
  • Experience with data management and visualisation platforms (e.g. AWS QuickSight)
  • Experience with Relational and Document databases, CI/CD tools, Git, Linux Systems, Monitoring tools
  • Experience with integrating with 3rd party solution providers
• Education: University degree or equivalent; bachelor’s degree in CS, engineering, software engineering, or related field
• Experience: Minimum of 8 years of experience in software engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Leadership Skills: Proven track record of leading and managing engineering teams.
• Project Management: Excellent project management skills with a history of timely delivering complex projects.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Problem-Solving: Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Agile Methodologies: Experience with Agile development methodologies.

What We Offer

• An opportunity to make a meaningful impact on healthcare and save lives.
• A diverse, inclusive, and supportive work environment.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.
• The chance to work with cutting-edge AI technology in healthcare.

Benefits

Application Process

• 1st Stage: Screening Call with our Talent & People Lead (30 mins)
• 2nd Stage: Competency-based interview with our Technology Director (45 mins)
• 3rd Stage: Presentation (60 mins) and Value Add interview (x2 15 mins) with an opportunity to meet the wider team

Skin Analytics manufactures medical devices and complies with ISO standards 13485 and 27001. As part of your employment, you will be assigned Quality Management System (QMS) and Information Security Management System (ISMS). We require that our employees agree to complete their assigned training and diligently follow all company quality management and information security processes.​​

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary
• Bonus Structure
• Share options package - all our employees have ownership in the company
• Private healthcare incl. Partner & children
• 25 days annual leave (trialling increase to 30 days this year) + 8 bank holidays
• Company pension
• Enhanced parental leave - includes adoption & foster
• Training budget
• Besides weekly catch-ups, monthly meetings to talk about you, and your ambitions and make plans
• Lots of fun social activities

The Real Stuff

Skin Analytics embraces and is committed to diversity and equal opportunities. We are dedicated to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.