Head of Engineering

Job Summary

Lemon.io, a profitable talent marketplace, is looking for a Head of Engineering to lead the transition from a services‑driven to a technology‑driven platform. The role requires ownership of the technical roadmap, ensuring all engineering work directly supports business impact. You will build and grow a high‑performing engineering team, make critical architecture and prioritization decisions, and collaborate closely with the founder and product team. The position is hands‑on and product‑focused, demanding a blend of leadership, deep technical expertise, and a bias toward rapid, impactful delivery. The ideal candidate has proven experience leading teams of 5–30+ engineers in a startup or high‑growth environment, is comfortable with modern technology stacks and AI/ML tooling, and thrives in a distributed, async‑first setting. Key responsibilities include setting the engineering vision, driving fast iteration cycles, tackling complex challenges such as automated vetting and large‑scale matching, and fostering a culture of high ownership, speed, and low bureaucracy. Lemon.io offers a unique opportunity to shape a pivotal product, work directly with the founder, and influence the future of hiring technology on a global scale.

Key Responsibilities

• Lemon.io, a profitable talent marketplace, is looking for a Head of Engineering to lead the transition from a services‑driven to a technology‑driven platform. The role requires ownership of the technical roadmap, ensuring all engineering work directly supports business impact. You will build and grow a high‑performing engineering team, make critical architecture and prioritization decisions, and collaborate closely with the founder and product team. The position is hands‑on and product‑focused, demanding a blend of leadership, deep technical expertise, and a bias toward rapid, impactful delivery. The ideal candidate has proven experience leading teams of 5–30+ engineers in a startup or high‑growth environment, is comfortable with modern technology stacks and AI/ML tooling, and thrives in a distributed, async‑first setting. Key responsibilities include setting the engineering vision, driving fast iteration cycles, tackling complex challenges such as automated vetting and large‑scale matching, and fostering a culture of high ownership, speed, and low bureaucracy. Lemon.io offers a unique opportunity to shape a pivotal product, work directly with the founder, and influence the future of hiring technology on a global scale.

About the Role

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys combining strategy, content, data and execution. You will work with cross-functional teams and contribute directly to the company’s digital growth in Kolkata and surrounding areas.

Job Requirements

• Engineering Leadership
• Product Management
• AI/ML
• Distributed Systems

Required Skills