Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Nextdoor is seeking a Head of Engineering specializing in Artificial Intelligence who will drive engineering execution and build a high-performing engineering team. The role involves managing engineering workstreams, supporting technical decisions, and leading global engineering hiring efforts.
Responsibilities
- Help structure engineering workstreams and ensure projects move forward efficiently
- Identify risks, unblock engineers, and maintain steady development velocity
- Ensure high engineering standards while keeping teams focused on shipping
- Translate product direction and technical strategy into clear engineering execution
- Contribute to key architecture discussions and technical decisions
- Support engineers in evaluating system design choices and implementation trade-offs
- Ensure systems are implemented in a scalable and maintainable way
- Build and scale a strong engineering team across China, US and Europe
- Recruit high-quality engineers and help maintain a strong hiring bar
- Establish structured hiring processes and interview standards
- Work closely with product, research, and leadership teams
- Ensure alignment across different engineering efforts and locations
- Help resolve technical and organizational bottlenecks
Skills
- Strong technical background in software engineering and system architecture
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) experience required
- Experience managing or leading engineering teams
- Ability to structure engineering work and maintain development velocity
- Strong judgment in technical decision-making
- Comfortable operating in early-stage environments
- Clear communication and ability to work across teams
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental
- Vision
- Savings Plan Options
- PTO
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