Director, Software Engineering (Life Product)

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Director, Software Engineering (Life Product) in the United States.

This role is responsible for leading and scaling the software engineering organization that supports Life and MultiLife product capabilities, ensuring high-quality delivery across the full product lifecycle. The Director will provide strategic and technical leadership, guiding teams to develop innovative, reliable, and scalable solutions aligned with business objectives. Acting as a trusted partner to product owners and stakeholders, this leader will mentor staff, foster a culture of innovation, and drive operational excellence. The position emphasizes hands-on engagement, cross-functional collaboration, and leveraging modern technologies, including AI tools, to enhance software development and decision-making. With a flexible hybrid work model, this role offers the opportunity to balance personal and professional priorities while influencing critical engineering initiatives.

• Lead and manage a diverse team of software engineers, overseeing recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and professional development.
• Provide technical direction and strategic leadership, establishing clear objectives, goals, and priorities aligned with corporate initiatives.
• Drive development and delivery of high-quality software solutions, ensuring adherence to coding standards, best practices, and operational excellence.
• Collaborate with product management, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to define roadmaps, prioritize initiatives, and allocate resources efficiently.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, accountability, and knowledge sharing across engineering teams.
• Maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels, ensuring alignment of technical initiatives with business goals.
• Promote continuous improvement by identifying opportunities for process optimization, tooling enhancements, and technology adoption.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and resources, ensuring timely delivery within scope and constraints.
• Embrace AI and modern technologies to enhance team performance, decision-making, and innovation.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• 10+ years of professional software development experience with a strong track record of delivering robust solutions.
• Proven leadership experience managing large engineering teams, with success in mentoring and developing talent.
• Strong technical expertise in software development, including proficiency in multiple programming languages and modern technologies.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills, capable of articulating technical concepts to stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated ability to drive technical innovation, foster a culture of excellence, and achieve business objectives.
• Experience with agile methodologies, project management tools, and modern software development practices.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a results-oriented mindset.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Knowledge of software architecture principles, system integration, and design patterns.
• Certifications or professional credentials in relevant technologies or domains.
• Experience leading geographically distributed engineering teams.

Benefits:

• Base salary range: $165,000 – $185,000 USD per year.
• Flexible hybrid work environment to balance professional and personal priorities.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, plus HSA contributions.
• Paid time off, parental leave, and 401(k) with company match.
• Professional development support, tuition assistance, and wellness programs.
• Opportunities to work with modern technologies and AI tools to enhance engineering impact.