At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead engineering efforts to create real-time translation technology for seamless conversations.
- Company: Innovative startup in London, focused on breaking language barriers.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible hours, 25 days off, and a vibrant office environment.
- Other info: Join a fun team that values collaboration and personal growth.
- Why this job: Be part of a groundbreaking project that transforms communication worldwide.
- Qualifications: Experience in shipping impactful products and building scalable architectures.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Overview
We believe no one should be a stranger just because they speak a different language.
Imagine two people, no shared language, talking as easily as old friends.
That's exactly what we are building: real-time translation for real-world conversations.
We are a small, well-funded team in the heart of London, backed by people who built the tech already in your pocket, and we're right at the start.
No one has built this before, including us, and that's the best part.
Role
The role: You'll work closely with our Head of Engineering or Head of AI.
You'll be expected to be comfortable across the full stack - AI, backend and frontend - and move between them as the product demands.
We're a small team, so versatility matters more than specialisation right now.
What We're Looking For
- You’ve shipped impactful products before.
- You don\'t mind flying solo and getting your hands dirty early on, but you know exactly how to scale an architecture to a team as we grow.
- You’re sharp, curious, and energized by complex, ambiguous problems rather than comfortable, predictable ones.
- Experience building real-time audio or developer-facing API platforms is a massive plus.
Compensation
- Salary: a competitive salary, benchmarked to the role and your experience. We\'re happy to discuss specifics early on.
- Pension: workplace pension with employer contributions.
- What You\'ll Get
- Recognition and rewards for great work.
- All the boring stuff everywhere else provides - 25 days off, pension, the lot.
- Amazing London offices: two spaces, one floor, 360° views across London.
One side is built for collaboration and energy (small talk encouraged).
The other is quiet, calm - a low-distraction focus space, always there when you need it.
- A fully stocked fridge, a proper lounge, and a team that genuinely likes spending time together. Food is taken seriously here.
- You shape your own environment. Lighting, a desk away from the noise, headphones, a setup that works for you. Just ask.
- Flexible hours around a small set of shared core hours, plus focus time we actually protect, so you can work when you think best.
- Ownership and autonomy. If you want to deploy a solution, you don\'t need five meetings. You just do it.
- A clear first-month plan and someone you can ask anything, so you\'re never left guessing what's expected.
- A team that takes the mission seriously, but not itself - we love socials, passion, and building something we believe in.
- Benefits are still being shaped - tell us what would make a real difference to your quality of life, and we\'ll consider it. We mean that.
If this sounds like the kind of work you want to do, we'd like to hear from you. Apply with your CV and an example of something you've made.
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Head of Engineering employer: GLOT
As a Head of Engineering at our innovative London-based company, you'll join a dynamic team dedicated to breaking language barriers through real-time translation technology. We offer a vibrant work culture that values collaboration and creativity, with flexible hours, a focus on employee well-being, and opportunities for personal growth. Enjoy a competitive salary, generous benefits, and a supportive environment where your contributions are recognised and celebrated.
