Dir. Software Engineering

Architect scalable, secure systems capable of handling sensitive customer data with strict access controls and audit trails. Collaborate with architect, product, data science, and design teams to deliver core platform and services. Translating strategy into tactical execution by creating and managing an agreed-upon roadmap. Be hands-on with code, maintaining high technical standards and actively participating in design and architecture decisions, code reviews, and helping engineers optimize their code. Ensure that high standards of performance, scalability, and reliability are maintained when architecting, designing, and developing complex software systems and applications. Ensure accountability for the team's technical decisions and enforce engineering best practices (e.g., documentation, automation, code management, security principles, leverage CoPilot). Understand CI/CD pipelines from build, test, to deploy phases. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience. 8+ years of experience in software development, with 3+ years in a technical leadership role and 2+ years in a people management role. Proven track record of leading and delivering large-scale, complex software projects. Deep expertise in one or more programming languages such as C, C++, C#, .NET, Python, Java, or JavaScript. Extensive experience with software architecture and design patterns. Strong understanding of cloud technologies and DevOps principles. Excellent communication and leadership skills, with a demonstrated ability to influence and drive change. Familiarity with AI powered development at enterprise scale. Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field. Experience with cloud platforms like Azure, AWS, or GCP. Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automation tools. Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion initiatives. Familiarity with developing accessible technologies.