Director of Software Engineering

Lead and manage a team of engineering leaders (including technical leads and Scrum Masters) and their respective teams, totaling 50 engineers. Define and implement engineering best practices, processes, and methodologies to ensure high-quality software development. Oversee the engineering project portfolio, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet performance expectations. Identify and mitigate technical risks in projects and operations. Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for the engineering team, and analyze them to guide decision-making. Attract, hire, and retain top engineering talent to build and grow high-performing engineering teams. Foster a positive and collaborative work environment that promotes innovation, creativity, and professional development for engineers. Manage the engineering department budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources. Stay up-to-date with the latest software development trends and technologies, and evaluate their potential impact on the company. Lead and participate in architectural discussions to make sound technical decisions. Represent the engineering department in meetings with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. Support customer-facing teams in resolving technical issues. Communicate effectively with all levels of management and employees, keeping everyone informed about engineering progress and potential risks. Qualifications: Minimum 20 years of experience in software development, with at least 4 years in a senior management role Experience using Generative AI and Data Science to drive improved performance Proven track record of building and leading high-performing engineering teams. Experience with large-scale data pipelines is a plus. Experience developing new products and infrastructure, either in small companies or within the context of larger organizations. Strong understanding of the entire software development lifecycle (SDLC) including Agile methodologies. Experience in developing and implementing engineering roadmaps and strategies, OKRs planning. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and motivate others. Strong leadership skills with a focus on coaching, mentoring, and professional development. Broad understanding of various cloud development technologies and industry trends for enterprise-scale, distributed systems. Passion for building innovative and high-quality software products