VP Of Infrastructure Engineering - Reading
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Position Overview & Specifications
As one of the worlds largest online brokers, with offices in over 16 countries this is a unique opportunity to take your career to the next step. As VP of Engineering (Infrastructure) you will be focused on creating and implementing the roadmap within your department and building your team to maximise their performance.
Role and responsibilities:
Within the role you will have responsibility for growing and leading your team here in the UK whilst liaising with global teams. You will be creating and designing the strategy, vision and roadmap required to drive performance and meet the needs of the business whilst working alongside your counterparts in other teams to deliver the overall business objectives. It is vital for this position that you are happy to work hands-on, getting stuck in with the team and leading from the front.
Skills Required:
- 15 years experience specialising in Infrastructure
- 5+ years building and leading a team of engineers
- Experience with Kubernetes, AWS, Docker and Terraform.
- Currently/most recently working in a hands-on role.
- Previous experience with languages including Perl and JavaScript (Node.JS)
- Experience working with teams on a global level.
Why Apply?
This opportunity will be based out of the companies new office based in Reading, ideally working on a hybrid basis (once per week). Depending on experience the salary on offer is between £100,000-£130,000 with a competitive bonus scheme also available. This is an exciting position where you can take ownership of your team and their projects whilst driving the business forward and creating a new team.
If you believe you meet the requirements above and would like to be considered for the role, please get in touch!
We are currently recruiting for a number of positions within this team so if you don’t believe you meet the requirements for this position but would like to discuss other opportunities within the team please drop me an email at j.ward@reqiva.com
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
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Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
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