Head of Research and Development

12Go is the leading multimodal online travel agency based in Bangkok, Thailand. Founded in 2012, we offer train, flight, bus, and ferry tickets, as well as transfers, insurance, and other travel products globally. At 12Go, our vision is to enable any customer to instantly book any route in the world. We develop technology to create memorable travel experiences for everyone, worldwide. Operating in more than 140+ countries, we have assisted over 4 million travelers, making their journeys easier and more enjoyable.12Go employs over 200+ professionals globally. We have a performance-driven culture that emphasizes continuous feedback and professional growth.

Main tasks and responsibilities:

Technology Strategy: Develop and implement a comprehensive technology strategy that supports the company's business objectives and growth plans
Leadership: Lead, mentor, and manage the 40+ strong technology team, promoting professional development and a collaborative environment
R&D Development: Oversee the development and delivery of high-quality services, ensuring they meet market needs and industry standards such as CI/CD, test driven development, unit testing and QA automation
Infrastructure Management: Ensure the reliability, security, and scalability of all technological systems and infrastructure
CI/CD Implementation: Oversee and enhance Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment pipelines to ensure efficient and reliable software releases
Innovation: Identify and integrate new technologies and methodologies to enhance product offerings and operational efficiency
Performance Optimization: Analyze system and team’s performance metrics, implement strategies to enhance efficiency, scalability and responsiveness
Risk Management: Identify potential technological risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.

Requirements:

Experience: Minimum of 10 years in technology roles, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership position
Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field
Technical Expertise: Extensive knowledge of software development, system architecture, cloud computing, and emerging technologies
Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing technology teams
Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
Project Management: Proficient in Agile methodologies and experienced in overseeing multiple projects simultaneously.

Nice to have:

Location: Ideally residing in or willing to relocate to Bangkok, Thailand
Advanced Degree: MBA or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field
Start-Up Experience: Experience leading technology teams in start-up or high-growth environments
Language skills: Russian fluency

Benefits:

Possible fully remote work
Health insurance and wellness contributions
Annual leave, sick leave, public holidays, and more
Employee training programs
Impactful work that helps millions of travelers plan their trips every day.

Please send your CV to viktoriya.gridneva@12go.asia