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From autonomous cars to life‐saving robots, our digital and software technology experts think outside the box as they provide unique R&D; and engineering services across all industries.
Join us for a career full of opportunities.
Where you can make a difference.
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Engineering Country Head
Are you ready to pioneer new horizons with us?
To strengthen our Country leadership at Colombia and help our clients deliver their key projects, we are looking for an Engineering Country Head to manage strategic leadership at country level and drive growth & operations by leveraging key opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
Country Leadership & Business Growth
Establish and scale engineering operations and delivery capabilities in Colombia
Drive execution of regional and integral engineering strategies, with a focus on accelerating growth and innovation
Lead and oversee all client‐facing engineering and engagement leaders within the location
Partner with commercial and delivery teams to support account growth and client expansion
Champion the positioning and visibility of the Colombia engineering hub within the broader organization
Ensure consistently high levels of customer satisfaction and service excellence
Contribute to strengthening the organization's competitiveness and market positioning
Talent Strategy & Organizational Development
Lead the growth of the engineering workforce, including hiring, onboarding, and capability development
Build and develop leadership pipelines by identifying, mentoring, and promoting future leaders




Collaborate with cross‐functional stakeholders to define and implement strategies for talent acquisition and retention, employee engagement and culture, workforce development and upskilling, and continuous enhancement of organizational effectiveness and team performance
Operational & Financial Leadership
Own full accountability for delivery performance and financial outcomes across engineering engagements
Manage budgets, including engineering, technology, and support functions within the center
Drive operational efficiency through cost optimization initiatives, effective workforce structuring, and continuous improvement programs
Ensure services are delivered in line with contractual commitments and service level agreements (SLAs)
Monitor and drive key business metrics, including revenue, profitability, and operational KPIs
Support the deployment of best practices, tools, and standards across accounts
Profile
10+ years of experience in engineering / R&D; environments, including leadership roles
Proven track record managing large‐scale teams and complex delivery organizations
Experience in services or consulting environments is preferred
Strong exposure to commercial models, client engagement, and revenue growth
Experience driving or contributing to digital transformation initiatives is a plus
Background in software engineering and technology‐led delivery environments
Demonstrated ability to thrive in fast‐paced, evolving environments
Entrepreneurial mindset with high levels of ownership and autonomy
Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation, and influencing skills
Strong leadership presence with the ability to inspire and develop teams
Resilient, adaptable, and comfortable operating under pressure
Fluent in English
Why this Role
Build and scale a strategic engineering hub in Colombia
Influence regional and global decision‐making
Drive meaningful business growth and innovation
Shape talent strategy and organizational culture at scale
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📌 Engineering Country Head Colombia (Bogotá)
🏢 Capgemini Engineering
📍 Bogotá