Tech Acceleration Lead, OP Lab (Oulu/Helsinki)

OP Lab is OP Pohjola's internal innovation unit, a team of around 30 people who identify emerging trends, bring them into a business context, and test whether they hold real opportunity. We run ventures that use new technologies and ways of working to accelerate and strengthen OP's businesses.

We're looking for a Tech Acceleration Lead to lead the technical delivery of these projects in close collaboration with OP's business units.

A few words about the job

As a Tech Acceleration Lead at OP Lab, you'll own the technical direction for projects that build future capabilities and open new paths for the business. You'll shape architecture, make key technology decisions, and lead a team of engineers from early experimentation through to production, all while staying close to the code yourself.

This role sits at the intersection of innovation and execution. You'll translate business needs into technical vision, drive the quality bar across the team, and ensure that what we build today can scale tomorrow. You'll also play a central role in growing engineering talent and cultivating a culture of curiosity, craftsmanship, and pragmatic innovation.

What we expect from you?

You're a seasoned engineering leader who combines strong technical judgment with the ability to influence teams and stakeholders. You know how to guide product and service development end-to-end, take ownership of complex delivery efforts, and make sound trade-offs between speed, quality, and long-term sustainability. You champion experimentation and entrepreneurial thinking, encouraging the team to explore new ideas and technologies rather than defaulting to the familiar. You stay close to the latest technology trends and bring a genuine passion for innovation.

Your experience in a nutshell

10+ years of software engineering experience, including 3+ years in a lead, architect or CTO role.

Proven track record of scaling both software products and teams from experimentation to production, with a cl