Director, Software Development
Content + Source + Freshness • 14 Feb 2026 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Exceptional opportunity reflecting industry leadership, substantial compensation potential, and high-impact leadership responsibilities.
- Lead multiple agile software teams and influence product strategy
- Great compensation reflecting seniority and impact
- Significant role in driving software innovation
Pros
- Lead diverse development teams driving major projects.
- Influence strategic direction of software products.
- Excellent compensation package and professional opportunity.
Cons
- Requires extensive experience in engineering leadership.
- High expectations for performance and project delivery.
- Potential challenges of managing cross-functional teams.
Who it's for
Senior / Executive • Fully Remote
Good fit
- Experienced engineering leaders with a broad skill set
- Candidates wanting to take ownership of technology outcomes
- Leaders in software engineering focused on team development and innovation
Not recommended for
- Entry-level professionals without leadership experience
- Individuals resistant to change management and innovation
- Those looking for static roles without challenge or growth
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
We are looking for a proven engineering leader to drive the strategy, structure, and success of our global software development teams. This role is ideal for a candidate with a minimum of 5+ years of progressive engineering leadership experience—whether already operating at the Director level or ready to transition into broader organizational leadership.
You’ll be responsible for guiding multiple Agile development teams building scalable, high-impact applications for specialty manufacturers and distributors. This position combines strategic leadership, technical depth, and hands-on organizational execution. If you are a self-starter with a passion for team building, modern engineering practices, and driving business value through technology, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Strategy
- Lead multiple software development teams, cultivating a high-performance and collaborative culture.
- Build and scale engineering teams for adaptability, quality, and innovation.
- Define and evolve development roadmaps, org structure, and delivery plans aligned with strategic goals.
Operational Execution
- Implement and refine delivery frameworks (Agile, DevOps, etc.) to improve throughput, quality, and reliability.
- Monitor KPIs and performance metrics to drive continuous improvement and transparent reporting.
- Manage and optimize the full software development lifecycle (SDLC).
Integration & Alignment
- Lead integration and optimization efforts across newly acquired or merged teams, focusing on operational cohesion and cultural alignment.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with product, architecture, and business leadership to align resources with priorities.
Technical Vision
- Guide architectural decisions in SaaS/cloud-native and on-premise environments, ensuring scalable and secure systems.
- Foster the adoption of modern software engineering best practices across teams, including DevOps, QA, and CI/CD
