Head of Engineering in Fintech

Martyn Bassett Associates • toronto, on • Posted June 27, 2026

About the Role

Step into a pivotal role as Head of Engineering for a fintech company in downtown Toronto. This leadership position requires both strategic oversight and hands-on technical skills in a rapidly evolving sector.

Our client offers advanced digital identity solutions to automotive financiers, focusing on fraud prevention. As the inaugural Head of Engineering, you'll engage directly with the executive team and shape the engineering strategy while expanding the team from 5 to over 20 members. Dive into technical challenges and lead the team towards achieving complex solutions in a collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities: • Define and drive engineering strategy and vision • Collaborate closely with the CEO and other executives • Actively contribute to coding and problem-solving • Recruit and develop engineering talent • Establish best practices for engineering processes

Requirements: • 10+ years in software development • Experience in a leadership role for l...