Director, Engineering London, England

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About Choreograph : A Leading WPP Media Brand

Choreograph is WPP's global data products and technology company. We're on a mission to transform marketing by building the fastest, most connected data platform that bridges marketing strategy to scaled activation.

We work with agencies and clients to transform the value of data by bringing together technology, data and analytics capabilities. We deliver this through the Open Media Studio, an AI-enabled media and data platform for the next era of advertising.

We're endlessly curious. Our team of thinkers, builders, creators and problem solvers are over 1,000 strong, across 20 markets around the world.

Role Summary and Impact

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Director, Solutions Engineering to lead engineering practice and drive customer success through innovative, tailored technical solutions. This role is responsible for bridging the gap between our product and engineering teams by understanding customer needs, presenting technical solutions, and ensuring seamless implementation. The ideal candidate is a strong technical leader with a passion for delivering value to agency/clients while driving business growth.

A FEW DESCRIPTORS THAT FIT YOU:

What will you be doing:

• Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing Solutions Engineering team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and customer-centricity.
• Set clear goals and performance metrics for the team, providing regular feedback and coaching to drive excellence.
• Empower team members with ongoing training, technical certifications, and professional development opportunities.
• Design and present tailored solutions through technical demonstrations, proofs of concept (POCs), and presentations.
• Work closely with product management to provide engineering feedback and influence the roadmap based on market demands.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitive landscapes to ensure our solutions remain cutting-edge.

Skills and Experience

At WPP Media , we believe in the power of our culture and our people. It's what elevates us to deliver exceptional experiences for both our clients and each other. In this role it will be critical to embrace WPP & WPP Media 's shared core value s:

• Be Extraordinary by Leading Collectively to Inspire transformational Creativity.
• Create an Open environment by Balancing People and Client Experiences by Cultivating Trust .
• Lead Optimistically by Championing Growth and Development to Mobilize the Enterprise .

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science , Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 10+ years of experience in solutions engineering, pre-sales, or technical consulting, with at least 5+ years in a leadership role.
• Strong technical background with expertise in relevant technologies such as cloud computing, SaaS, APIs, DevOps, etc
• Proven ability to design and present technical solutions that address complex customer needs.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience managing and growing a high-performing technical team, including hiring, mentoring, and performance management.

Life at WPP Media & Benefits

Our passion for shaping the next era of media includes investing in our employees to help them do their best work, and we're just as committed to employee growth as we are to responsible media investment. WPP Media employees can tap into the global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, grow their networks, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising. We have a variety of employee resource groups and host frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our benefits include competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days.

WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics . We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we've adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

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