Head of Cross‑Platform Rust Engineering

PhotoRoom, Inc; Remote; GBP 125,000 - GBP 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Greater London is seeking a Head of Cross-Platform (Rust) to lead their technical team. This role involves driving the strategic vision for their Rust-based engine and collaborating with various teams to enhance product offerings. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in leading technical teams, with a strong focus on mentorship and cross-platform development. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £150k plus stock options, with remote-friendly policies and relocation support.

Benefits

Stock options

Full tech setup

Language lessons (English & French)

Annual company retreats

Relocation support

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading deeply technical teams within product companies.
• Technical depth for mentorship; able to guide through complex challenges.
• Experience with cross-platform development, especially in Rust or C/C++.

Responsibilities

• Drive strategic vision for Rust-based internal engine development.
• Lead cross-functional team efforts across iOS, Android, and Web apps.
• Ensure technical excellence through performance optimization and code reviews.

Skills

Leadership

Rust

C/C++

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical mentorship

Tools

OpenGL

WebGL

Vulkan

DX12

Job description

A leading technology company in Greater London is seeking a Head of Cross-Platform (Rust) to lead their technical team. This role involves driving the strategic vision for their Rust-based engine and collaborating with various teams to enhance product offerings. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in leading technical teams, with a strong focus on mentorship and cross-platform development. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £150k plus stock options, with remote-friendly policies and relocation support.