Senior Director Software Engineering

Role Overview

The Senior Director, Software Engineering is responsible for leading the development, delivery, and lifecycle management of software products and platforms. This role provides strategic and operational leadership across engineering teams, ensuring high-quality, scalable, and secure software solutions aligned with business objectives.

The position combines technical leadership, organizational management, and cross-functional collaboration to drive execution across multiple development programs and product areas.

Scope of Responsibility

• Lead end-to-end software engineering delivery across one or more product or platform domains

• Oversee multiple concurrent development programs from concept through production and maintenance

• Ensure scalable, reliable, and secure software architecture and delivery practices

• Manage geographically distributed engineering teams and development centers, where applicable

• Drive alignment with product management, program management, and other business functions

Key Responsibilities

1. Engineering Leadership

• Lead the design, development, and delivery of software applications, platforms, and services

• Ensure adoption of best practices in software engineering, including architecture, coding standards, and testing

• Maintain focus on scalability, performance, security, and reliability

2. Delivery & Execution

• Own delivery of engineering roadmaps across multiple programs and releases

• Ensure predictable execution, quality outcomes, and adherence to timelines

• Monitor key performance indicators related to engineering productivity, quality, and delivery

3. Organizational Leadership

• Build, lead, and develop high-performing engineering teams

• Establish clear operating models, governance, and accountability structures

• Develop leadership capabilities within the organization and support succession planning

4. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Product Management, Program Management, and other stakeholders to align priorities and execution

• Support effective communication and coordination across functions and geographies

• Contribute to defining and prioritizing the product and technology roadmap

5. Operational Excellence

• Drive continuous improvement of engineering processes, tools, and methodologies

• Promote efficient resource utilization and delivery effectiveness

• Ensure compliance with company policies, security standards, and regulatory requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• Extensive experience in software engineering leadership, including managing large or distributed teams

• Proven track record of delivering complex software products or platforms

• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle, architecture principles, and development methodologies

• Experience managing multiple programs or product lines simultaneously

• Demonstrated leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Leadership Capabilities

• Strategic thinking and execution focus

• Ability to lead through complexity and scale

• Strong stakeholder management and influence across functions

• Talent development and organizational leadership