Berlin, Berlin, Germany
I’m Francesco, an engineering leader focused on building scalable organizations and technology that drive long-term business impact. I’m currently Head of Engineering at Laserhub, leading the engineering organization end-to-end, shaping engineering strategy, scaling teams and platforms, and ensuring strong alignment between technology, product, and business objectives. Previously, I was Director of Engineering at CoachHub, working with highly distributed teams and supporting the company’s growth through critical scaling phases. My background combines deep technical foundations with executive-level leadership, with a strong focus on sustainable execution, clarity of ownership, and high-performing engineering cultures.
Leading the engineering organization end-to-end, scaling teams and platform, driving technical excellence, and aligning engineering strategy and execution with product and business goals.
Supported the CTO in strategic planning and execution. Oversaw multiple engineering teams across different regions. Acted as a key advisor on technical and operational matters. Led major engineering initiatives and projects to align with company goals. Fostered a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Managed engineering budgets, ensuring optimal allocation of resources. Participated in the Senior Leadership group, contributing to overall company strategy and decision-making.
Served as Interim VP of Engineering during the recruitment process for a permanent VP to replace the CTO. Provided leadership and direction to the entire engineering organization. Ensured the successful delivery of all engineering projects and initiatives. Managed engineering budgets and financial planning at a higher level, ensuring alignment with company goals and maximizing ROI. Represented the engineering department in executive meetings and decision-making processes.
Tasked with expanding teams to include a new team in the US and another in APAC. Led the recruitment and setup of Client Solutions engineering teams across multiple regions. Coordinated efforts to ensure consistent practices and collaboration across global teams. Managed cross-regional projects, ensuring seamless integration and communication. Developed strategies to align engineering efforts with global business goals. Integrated one solution architect per region to enhance technical guidance and support. Established cross-regional knowledge-sharing sessions and best practice exchanges. Implemented tools and platforms to facilitate remote collaboration and productivity. Ensured compliance with local regulations and standards in each region.
Managed a distributed team of software engineers across Berlin (headquarters), Hong Kong, and Australia. Led the development of a website generator using Laravel, along with other products, ensuring high performance and reliability. Coordinated project timelines, deliverables, and resources across multiple time zones. Fostered a collaborative and productive team environment, promoting best practices in web development. Implemented agile methodologies to streamline development processes and enhance team productivity. Conducted code reviews and provided mentorship to team members to improve code quality and technical skills. Ensured seamless integration and deployment of website generator updates and new features. Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including design, marketing, and product, to align website development with business objectives. Monitored performance of the website generator and other products, implementing optimization strategies to improve user experience. Managed project budgets and resource allocation to meet project goals and timelines.
Development and maintenance of e-commerce websites (NodeJS, React and Laravel). Development and maintenance of custom Web Apps (Laravel, NodeJS, jQuery). IT operations management using Amazon AWS.
Managed web development projects with a focus on timely delivery and quality. Coordinated and supervised a team of freelancers, ensuring project requirements were met. Developed project plans, timelines, and milestones to ensure successful project execution. Monitored project progress, making adjustments as needed to stay on schedule and within budget. Ensured high-quality deliverables by conducting thorough reviews and quality checks. Facilitated communication and collaboration among freelancers and stakeholders. Handled resource allocation and managed project budgets effectively. Provided technical guidance and support to freelancers to overcome challenges and achieve project goals. Maintained clear documentation and reporting on project status for stakeholders. Implemented best practices in web development to enhance project outcomes.