Director of Software Engineering

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We are looking for an accomplished and innovative individual to join our team as the Director of Software Engineering in our Transportation Technology company. This role is crucial to our mission of advancing cutting-edge solutions in the transportation sector. If you are passionate about software engineering and leadership, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Company Overview

Our company stands at the forefront of the transportation technology industry, renowned for pioneering solutions that enhance the efficiency and sustainability of transport systems. We value creativity, collaboration, and customer focus, ensuring we maintain a leading position in our rapidly evolving industry.

Role Overview

The Director of Software Engineering will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing the company’s technical vision. This individual will lead a small team of dedicated engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence. The ideal candidate will not only be a seasoned technical expert but also a strategic leader capable of driving results and guiding the development of their software solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Leadership: Provide strategic direction and hands-on leadership in the design, development, and deployment of scalable and reliable software solutions.
• Team Management: Manage and mentor a team of software engineers, fostering a culture of learning and professional growth.
• Product Development: Collaborate closely with product management, design, and other stakeholders to define and deliver high-quality software products.
• Architecture and Scalability: Architect robust systems and microservices using best practices, ensuring scalability, performance, and maintainability.
• Quality Assurance: Oversee the implementation of quality assurance processes and standards to deliver flawless products to our customers.
• Innovation and Technology Strategy: Stay abreast of emerging technologies and trends, continuously evaluating and integrating new tools and frameworks to drive innovation.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to align engineering efforts with business goals and priorities.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Experience: The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in software engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong hands-on experience in software development, with expertise in backend technologies, microservices architecture, and cloud-based systems.
• Leadership Skills: Proven track record of leading and managing high-performing engineering teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence.
• Communication: Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate technical concepts and strategies to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to think strategically and translate business requirements into technical solutions that drive business value.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. A Master’s degree is a plus.
• Proven experience in a senior software engineering leadership role, preferably in the transportation technology sector.
• Strong expertise in software development methodologies and technologies.
• Exceptional leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience with Golang, GraphQL, Apollo, or other modern technologies relevant to our stack.
• Knowledge of security compliance and best practices in software development.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive attitude towards addressing challenges.
• Experience with agile methodologies and practices.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Professional development opportunities and access to industry-leading resources.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment that fosters innovation.
• We are happy to discuss your experience and income target, the company is more than willing to pay for top talent!

Work Schedule

• Full-time position with flexibility in working hours to accommodate collaboration across global teams.
• Occasional travel may be required for team coordination and project management.

If you are ready to take on a transformative role in leading software engineering for our transportation technology innovations, apply now. Please submit your CV and a cover letter highlighting your leadership experience and technical expertise.