Technical lead / head of engineering

Job Title: Technical Lead / Head of Engineering

Location: Fully Remote (Europe-based, compatible with French working hours)

Schedule: Four-Day Workweek


About Us:


We are a music licensing company that enables independent musicians and artists to earn good money while providing content creators with the ability to legally license top-quality music for their projects: Our lovingly curated music powers more than 30 million videos on Youtube, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok and is heard by billions. With a fully remote setup and a four-day workweek, we offer a unique work-life balance alongside the chance to contribute to meaningful projects that make an impact in the creative world.


The Role:


Your Mission:


* Within 3 months, you will have a deep understanding of our technical architecture, articulated a plan to eliminate technical debt, and outlined an AI integration strategy to enhance our platform, while successfully delivering impactful improvements.
* Within one year, you will have executed the plan to reduce technical debt, integrated AI-driven improvements, and accelerated feature delivery while ensuring site reliability.
* Within two years, you will have driven the scalability of our platform, refined our technology vision, and fostered a high-performing engineering team.


We are looking for a Technical Lead / Head of Engineering to take our tech team to the next level. With the potential to grow into a CTO role over time, this role presents a unique opportunity to shape our technical vision, improve team performance, and drive faster feature development while maintaining a strong focus on site performance and reliability. This position is ideal for a hands-on leader who thrives at the intersection of strategy, coding, and team management.


Key Responsibilities:


* Lead and manage a team of developers (Senior Developer and Junior Developer), fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
* Drive the technical vision and strategy for long-term scalability and site reliability.
* Hands-on coding (50% of the time) to develop features, optimize performance, and address technical challenges.
* Implement and improve processes for faster feature development and iteration.
* Collaborate closely with business stakeholders, including Operations and Commercial leaders, to align technology goals with business development objectives and drive company growth.
* Mentor team members and create opportunities for their professional growth.
* Oversee deployment pipelines, server infrastructure, and site reliability practices.
* Facilitate cross-functional communication to ensure smooth project delivery, working hand in hand with Operations and Commercial leaders to support and enable their vision for company growth.


Required Skills, Qualifications, and Soft Skills:


* Strong expertise in PHP, SQL, JavaScript, React, MySQL, and object-oriented programming.
* Stress-resistant and able to perform under pressure.
* A natural leader who leads by example.
* Comfortable with ambiguity and able to navigate uncertainty.
* Solid understanding of server structures, SSH (command lines), deployment pipelines, and GIT.
* Familiarity with project management frameworks (e.g., Agile) and experience implementing them.
* Proven track record of optimizing site performance and ensuring reliability.
* Experience managing and mentoring technical teams, with an emphasis on fostering collaboration and accountability.
* Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to balance strategic vision with tactical execution.
* Proficiency in French (required) and English (a plus).
* A passion for music and the music industry.


What We Offer:


Our Values:


* Work in a fun and positive environment.
* Foster kindness, integrity, and teamwork.
* Be passionate about what you do.
* Collaborate and grow together.


The Benefits of Working at Bensound:


* 100% remote work.
* Participation in company profits.
* A four-day workweek for a healthier work-life balance.


This role provides a unique opportunity to contribute to strategic decision-making and work closely with leadership on shaping the future of our technology and impact in the music industry.


* Competitive salary depending on location and experience, plus performance bonuses.
* Up to €1,000 professional development budget.
* Mentorship opportunities and a culture of continuous learning.
* Networking opportunities within the music industry.
* A collaborative, supportive, and music-passionate team.
* Virtual and in-person team events.
* Subsidized home office setup.
* Comprehensive social benefits, including mutuelle health insurance and prévoyance coverage (if based in France).
* Performance bonuses.
* Freedom to create and take responsibility for meaningful work.
* A four-day workweek for optimal work-life balance.


How to Apply:


If you are a hands-on technical leader with a passion for music and technology, we want to hear from you. Please apply with your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and motivation and submit your application exclusively via our Welcome to the Jungle page: https://www.welcometothejungle.com/en/companies/bensound/jobs/technical-lead-head-of-engineering_cernon


Applications submitted via LinkedIn will not be considered.


Join us in shaping the future of music through technology!