Director Software Engineering

Job Summary

The Director of Software Engineering is a strategic leadership role responsible for overseeing the end‑to‑end software development lifecycle, including design, development, implementation, and sustainment. This position demands a deep understanding of both traditional application development and modern Dev Ops practices to ensure seamless integration, continuous delivery, and operational excellence. The Director will lead a team of skilled managers, developers, analysts, and Dev Ops professionals, driving innovation and efficiency through the adoption of best practices and technologies.

• Define and communicate the long‑term vision and roadmap for software development and Dev Ops practices.
• Drive organizational transformation toward Agile, CI/CD, and Dev Ops maturity.
• Ensure alignment of technology initiatives with business objectives.
• Champion innovation through technologies such as Infrastructure as Code and AI/ML.
• Oversee the end‑to‑end software development lifecycle to guarantee quality, scalability, and security.
• Establish and enforce best practices for coding standards, secure development (Dev Sec Ops ), and compliance frameworks.
• Implement and optimize CI/CD pipelines and containerization across robust cloud environments.
• Ensure adherence to security and regulatory requirements.
• Proactively manage risks related to software delivery and infrastructure.
• Maintain operational resilience across platforms.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Systems, Business, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 14+ years of experience in Software Development and/or Dev Ops, or a related position. A higher level degree may substitute for experience.
• Progressive experience leading technical teams.
• Extensive experience with software development and Dev Ops.
• Deep knowledge of cloud architecture (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Proven track record managing large‑scale, complex projects from inception to completion, including budget management and resource allocation.
• Certification (e.g., PMP, SAFe) preferred.
• Proven leadership abilities inclusive of change management, mentoring, career development, training, succession planning, holding people accountable, and conducting yearly reviews.
• Mastery of driving innovative thinking, leading and inspiring a team, instilling collaboration, challenging status quo, managing complex situations, delegating authority, and adapting to dynamic situations.
• Proven experience in team building, time management, conflict resolution, communication, briefing, presentation, and strategic thinking.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to clearly express technical concepts in verbal and written forms and to interpret technical requirements.
• Ability to navigate change and uncertainty, make defensible decisions in ambiguity, and own those decisions.

• Expertise in building high‑performing, cross‑functional teams.
• Driving organizational transformation toward agile and Dev Ops maturity.
• Familiarity with AI/ML integration in Dev Ops, Infrastructure as Code, and observability tools.
• Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and microservices.
• Understanding of secure coding practices, Dev Sec Ops , and compliance frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001).
• Familiarity with government security requirements.
• Ability to leverage data‑driven decision‑making and metrics for Dev Ops performance (DORA metrics, CI/CD KPIs).
• Demonstrated passion for ideation, intellectual curiosity, and innovation.
• Experience motivating others to act by creating a shared sense of vision or purpose.
• Proven long‑term and strategic perspective that extends beyond immediate initiatives; visualizes and articulates a clear direction.

• Ability to work on a computer for extended periods.
• Frequent communication with team members and stakeholders.
• Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Must be able to lift up to 10 lbs occasionally.
• Ability to lead and inspire teams in a highly regulated environment.
• Ability to manage ambiguity and demonstrate resilience and change agility.
• Utilize advanced analytical skills to interpret…