Eidra, a Nordic consulting collective, is expanding into the US market. We're seeking an experienced Sr. Tech Director to join our product and technology group (Umain, Q42, Punchkick) based in Chicago.

We're looking for a seasoned professional with a strong background in digital consultancies or agencies to spearhead our technological efforts in the USA. As a founding member of our US team, you'll play a crucial role to:

• Lead engineering for our largest US accounts
• Contribute to our overall growth strategy
• Shape our technology offerings in the American market
• Support the establishment and growth of our technical capabilities

The ideal candidate will bring a blend of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and experience in scaling teams within a consultancy environment. You'll be instrumental in translating our European success to the US context, adapting our approaches to meet local market demands.

This role is based in Chicago, with a commitment of 3 days per week at Eidra's office. It's an opportunity to leverage your consultancy experience to build something new, drive innovation, and make a lasting impact in a dynamic, growing organization.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Technical Leadership and Innovation:
   1. Provide technical vision and direction for Eidra USA's projects and initiative
   2. Stay at the forefront of technology trends, ensuring our offerings remain competitive in the US market
   3. Mentor and guide project teams, fostering a culture of engineering excellence within Eidra’s US presence
2. Client Engagement and Business Development:
   1. Lead engineering efforts for our largest US-based accounts, representing Eidra’s technical expertise
   2. Provide expert technical leadership and strategic counsel to key clients. Partner with C-suite executives to align technology with business goals, oversee the delivery of technical solutions, and foster strong client relationships.
   3. Participate in sales pitches and proposals, articulating Eidra’s technical capabilities and the technical POV that will gain the prospective client’s trust in our capabilities
   4. Identify and pursue growth opportunities for Eidra in the US market
3. Solution Architecture and Delivery:
   1. Design and oversee the implementation of scalable, maintainable, and innovative technical solutions aligned with Eidra’s product philosophy
   2. Ensure solutions meet clients' functional and non-functional requirements, including sustainability, security, and accessibility
   3. Monitor project progress and quality, resolving technical challenges as they arise
4. Team Building and Capability Development:
   1. Play a key role in building out Eidra’s technical capabilities within the US Market
   2. Recruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing engineering team that embodies Eidra’s values
   3. Establish best practices and methodologies tailored to the US market while maintaining alignment with Eidra’s global standards
5. Cross-functional Collaboration:
   1. Work closely with design, strategy, and business teams across Eidra companies to deliver integrated solutions
   2. Collaborate with Eidra’s global tech leadership to align US operations with company-wide initiatives
   3. Contribute to Eidra's overall strategy for the US market

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in technology leadership roles, preferably in product development or digital consultancy environments
• Proven track record of leading large-scale, complex technical projects for enterprise clients
• Strong understanding of various technology stacks and their business applications, particularly in web, mobile and back-end systems. AI experience is a plus.
• Experience as a developer, ideally on web and/or mobile applications
• Experience in building and scaling technical teams in a growth environment
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for innovation and problem-solving
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; advanced degree preferred

Eidra and Umain are equal opportunity employers committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.