Director, Software Engineering

POSITION SUMMARY

The Director of Software Engineering will provide leadership in the design and implementation of software architecture for Allied Benefit Systems. This role is also responsible for managing internal application development, setting up reliable and scalable platforms. The ideal candidate is a strong technical leader with previous management experience or team lead experience and the ability to build and guide an effective software team through mentorship, coaching, technical and strategic leadership. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Define, Articulate and Execute application development strategies to provide secure, highly available, scalable websites that improve overall resiliency, functionality, and enable operational management optimization.
• Provide hands-on management and individualized support to software engineers on cross-functional teams responsible for designing, building, and orchestrating reliable data pipelines, storage, and transformation solutions.
• Influence technology strategy and drive data initiatives for the department, working collaboratively across team boundaries to share common infrastructure and functional capabilities.
• Drive data and systems architecture planning, helping teams to make data platforms, tooling, and other technology decisions that align with organizational goals and priorities.
• Develop technical roadmaps and lead prioritization of technical investments that balance product vision, compliance with privacy and security policies, and the quality of systems that support our data products and platforms.
• Close interaction with Director of Database Engineering and Software Engineering leads to design, support and build Allied applications conforming to industry standards.
• Work with Vendors as needed to support development needs.
• Partner with peer leaders within Product, Analytics, and Engineering to understand and address gaps or improvement opportunities within the department related to technology, collaboration, team health, operational workflows, and other internal needs.
• Advise on resource planning, personnel decisions, and team structures to meet current and anticipated future needs of the department.
• Lead, coach, motivate and develop. Responsible for one-on-one meetings, performance appraisals, growth opportunities and attracting new talent.
• Clearly communicate expectations, provide employees with the training, resources, and information needed to succeed.
• Actively engage, coach, counsel and provide timely, and constructive performance feedback.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• 10+ years’ experience in architecting and supporting development of software systems.
• At least 5 years at a manager level and successful demonstrated leadership competencies
• Ability to facilitate working architecture sessions with diverse participants including technical