We are looking for a Head of Technology on behalf of one of our clients — a fast-growing SaaS scale-up with European ambitions. Not a manager who oversees from a distance, but a hands-on technology leader who builds alongside the team and sets the technical direction with conviction.
Location: Zoetermeer | 32–40 hrs/week | Hybrid | €120,000+
Our client
Our client is a data-driven SaaS scale-up in an exciting growth phase. Their platform is continuously evolving, with AI playing an increasingly central role in how data is managed and scaled across Europe. This is a place where technology is core to the product — and where the right leader can leave a real mark.
The role
This is a 50/50 role: half builder, half leader. You are equally comfortable whiteboarding a new architecture with your team as you are presenting the technology roadmap to the board. You don't just manage the backlog — you shape it. You don't just hire engineers — you grow them.
You will lead a team of approximately 10 people and work closely with the business, clients, and vendors. But what sets this role apart is the expectation that you roll up your sleeves: you help make technical decisions, you contribute to solutions, and you create something together with your team.
Tasks & Responsibilities
- Build, coach, and elevate a diverse technology team (~10 people) — as a true player-coach;
- Actively contribute to technical decision-making: architecture, cloud strategy, tooling choices;
- Drive the adoption of AI within data management workflows to improve quality and scalability;
- Design and execute a roadmap for European scalability of the platform;
- Shape the overall technology ecosystem and make it future-proof;
- Own release planning, platform stability, and engineering quality;
- Manage external vendors and technology partners;
- Translate client and business needs into technical priorities;
- Oversee security, compliance, and governance.
Your profile
- Proven hands-on experience in software engineering or platform development — you have built things;
- Background in a product-driven SaaS organisation — you understand what it means to ship;
- Several years of experience leading technical teams, with a coaching mindset;
- Strong opinions on cloud architecture, infrastructure, and scalability — and the experience to back them up;
- Affinity with or practical experience in AI and data management;
- Fluency in Dutch (both spoken and written) — required;
- Empathic and people-driven: you bring out the best in individuals and in teams;
- Comfortable navigating vendors, business stakeholders, and clients alike;
- Bachelor's or Master's level in a relevant field.
