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Seeking a seasoned Strategic Advisor with deep engineering leadership experience to conduct a comprehensive assessment of an Engineering Team's structure, operational efficiency, and technical practices. The objective is to identify high-potential talent, evaluate current processes and technologies, and deliver actionable recommendations for scaling, all while preserving the organization's established culture.
This interim role is ideal for a thoughtful leader who thrives in fast-paced, data-driven environments and understands the complexities of financial services technology.
Key Responsibilities
Design and execute a comprehensive evaluation of the Engineering Team, including leadership, structure, work flows, and technology stack
Assess the effectiveness of current engineering management with discretion and professionalism
Conduct one-on-one interviews with engineers and cross-functional stakeholders to understand individual contributions, responsibilities, and career aspirations
Identify high-potential talent and surface skill gaps across the team
Review project scoping, execution, and delivery methodologies to identify inefficiencies
Recommend process improvements to enhance agility, transparency, and scalability
Analyze the current tech stack (e.g., Python, SQL) and explore opportunities to integrate open-source tools or AI-driven solutions
Propose restructuring options, if necessary, to optimize team performance and scalability
Provide objective feedback and strategic options for leadership development or transition planning
Suggest enhancements to development work flows, tooling, and architectural practices
Ideal Candidate Profile
Proven leadership experience in financial services, trading, or capital markets
Demonstrated success in leading and scaling engineering teams
Strong strategic and technical acumen with a track record of driving organizational change
Deep understanding of modern engineering practices, development workflows, and scalable architectures
About Korn Ferry
Korn Ferry unleashes potential in people, teams, and organizations. We work with our clients to design optimal organization structures, roles, and responsibilities. We help them hire the right people and advise them on how to reward and motivate their workforce while developing professionals as they navigate and advance their careers. To learn more, please visit Korn Ferry at ;/span>