Head of Engineering

About Us

At Glot, we are dedicated to breaking down language barriers by creating real-time translation technology that enables seamless conversations between speakers of different languages. Although this may seem like a solved problem, it remains unsolved, and we are building this innovative solution from the ground up as a compact, well-funded team based in London, supported by industry veterans.

Our Approach

• Simplify complex challenges by removing unnecessary complications while retaining essential features.
• Prioritize thoughtful planning over speed to ensure well-considered solutions before taking action.
• Develop modular systems—code, products, and processes—with clearly defined purposes and interfaces to enable scalable evolution.

If you enjoy principled thinking, rigorous reasoning, and transforming difficult problems into elegant, maintainable systems, you'll thrive here.

Role Overview

Collaborating closely with the Head of Product and Head of AI, you'll be expected to work proficiently across the full technology stack—including AI, backend, and frontend components—and adapt your focus according to product needs. In our small team, versatility is prioritized over narrow specialization.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver impactful, user-focused products that advance our mission.
• Work independently in early development stages, engaging hands-on with code and architecture.
• Design scalable architecture accommodating future team growth.
• Tackle complex and ambiguous technical challenges with curiosity and agility.
• Leverage prior experience especially in real-time audio systems or developer APIs to enhance our platform.

Compensation and Benefits

• A competitive salary aligned with your expertise, with open discussions about specifics early in the hiring process.
• Workplace pension plan with employer contributions.
• Generous 25 days paid vacation and other common employment benefits.
• Comfortable and inspiring London offices with two distinct spaces: one lively for collaboration and one quiet for focused work, including panoramic city views.
• Fully stocked fridge, dedicated lounge space, and a team that values social connection and quality food.
• Customizable workspace setup to suit your preferences, including lighting, desk placement, headphones, and more.
• Flexible working hours with protected focus time and a core set of shared hours to accommodate your productivity patterns.
• Autonomy to deploy solutions quickly without excessive bureaucracy.
• A clear onboarding plan and accessible support to ensure clarity and guidance from day one.
• A passionate, fun team driven by our mission but also engaged in social activities.
• Benefits package currently evolving; your feedback on meaningful perks is welcome and will be considered seriously.

Application Instructions

If this opportunity excites you, please submit your CV along with an example of a project or product you have developed.