Engineering Lead

Keyloop bridges the gap between dealers, manufacturers, technology suppliers and car buyers.

We empower car dealers and manufacturers to fully embrace digital transformation. How? By creating innovative technology that makes selling cars better for our customers, and buying and owning cars better for theirs.

We use cutting-edge technology to link our clients’ systems, departments and sites. We provide an open technology platform that’s shaping the industry for the future. We use data to help clients become more efficient, increase profitability and give more customers an amazing experience.

Want to be part of it?

The Engineering Lead is the first formal step into engineering leadership at Keyloop, bridging the role of a senior individual contributor and the people-focused Engineering Manager. This role is accountable for the technical success of a specific, complex project, establishing the technical vision, breaking complex problems into actionable plans, and guiding a team of engineers through execution. The Engineering Lead remains hands-on, contributing code to the most critical or complex parts of the project, while their primary focus shifts from personal output to the collective technical success of the team they lead, all aligned with Keyloop’s “Experience-First” philosophy.

Responsibilities

Technical Leadership & Innovation

• Establish the technical vision and architectural direction for a project
• Lead design and code reviews, setting a high bar for quality and consistency
• Remain hands-on, writing code for the most critical or complex parts of the project
• Make sound technical decisions and clearly articulate the trade-offs involved
• Champion the adoption of AI-empowered development tools and ensure the project team leverages them effectively
• Stay current with emerging technologies and evaluate their fit for the project

Execution & Delivery

• Own the technical delivery of the project end to end, accountable for the outcome
• Break down complex problems into clear, actionable plans the team can execute
• Manage the project’s technical roadmap and track progress against the plan
• Proactively identify, surface, and resolve project risks and blockers
• Ensure the project consistently meets its commitments on quality and timeline
• Optimize the team’s workflow through strategic use of AI and automation tools

People Leadership

• Provide technical mentorship and guidance, accelerating the growth of engineers on the project
• Pair with engineers to solve difficult problems and elevate their capabilities
• Build consensus around technical decisions through facilitation, not authority
• Set an example of engineering craft that raises the standard for the whole team
• Foster a culture of psychological safety, technical rigor, and continuous improvement
• Guide engineers in developing AI literacy and effective use of AI tools
• Act as the primary technical point of contact for the project, interfacing with the Engineering Manager and Product
• Articulate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Communicate project status, risks, and trade-offs openly to leadership and stakeholders
• Facilitate productive design discussions that lead to clear decisions and actions
• Write clear, concise technical design documents that anchor the project

Product & Business Impact

• Collaborate with Product to translate requirements into a coherent technical vision
• Ensure the team understands the “why” behind their work and its business value
• Propose alternative technical solutions that better meet customer needs or improve user experience
• Balance feature delivery, technical debt reduction, and innovation within the project
• Identify opportunities where AI can accelerate delivery or improve product quality

Requirements

• 6+ years of software engineering experience with a strong technical foundation
• Proven track record of leading complex, multi-sprint technical projects to successful delivery, typically as a Senior Engineer or Tech Lead

Why join us?

We’re on a journey to become market leaders in our space – and with that comes some incredible opportunities. Collaborate and learn from industry experts from all over the globe. Work with game-changing products and services. Get the training and support you need to try new things, adapt to quick changes and explore different paths. Join Keyloop and progress your career, your way.

An inclusive environment to thrive

We’re committed to fostering an inclusive work environment. One that respects all dimensions of diversity. We promote an inclusive culture within our business, and we celebrate different employees and lifestyles – not just on key days, but every day.

Be rewarded for your efforts

We believe people should be paid based on their performance so our pay and benefits reflect this and are designed to attract the very best talent. We encourage everyone in our organisation to explore opportunities which enable them to grow their career through investment in their development but equally by working in a culture which fosters support and unbridled collaboration.

Keyloop doesn’t require academic qualifications for this position. We select based on experience and potential, not credentials.

We are also an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We value diversity and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.

"At Keyloop, AI is a daily ally: We encourage and train every employee to use our AI tools to boost their creativity and productivity."