Head of Engineer, Product
Core
Define and drive the technical roadmap, strategy, and architecture for Pika's core product engineering initiatives and user-facing features.
Role type
Executive-level Head of Product Engineering (IC + Leadership)
Builds
Scalable, high-performing systems and user-facing products for millions of users
Domain
AI-powered creative tools, video creation, media-rich applications
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Technical leadership, scaling engineering teams, system and software architecture, distributed systems, cloud infrastructure, technology selection, cross-functional alignment, executive communication
Preferred skills
Generative AI experience, high-growth startup background, open source or competitive coding
Technologies
Python, Go, Node.js, Postgres, Redis, Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, GCP
Responsibilities
Set technical vision and strategy, lead and mentor engineering teams, architect scalable systems, partner with product/design/ML teams, guide technical decision-making, own the technical roadmap, represent engineering in executive discussions
Seniority
Executive, strategic leadership & team scaling
