Director, Engineering

Role: Director of Engineering

Location: Molde, Norway

Role classification: Full time

Reports to: VP Engineering

About CAI

CAI is a leading provider of digital work execution platforms designed to enhance operational efficiency and drive productivity in industrial environments. CAI’s platform leverages advanced technology to convert complex, paper-based procedures into streamlined, digital workflows. By enabling real-time data collection and integration, CAI facilitates greater visibility into work processes, allowing organizations to make informed decisions, optimize performance, and ensure compliance.

In addition to robust workflow management capabilities, CAI emphasizes data-driven insights to foster continuous improvement. CAI's solutions are tailored to address the unique challenges of industries such as manufacturing, energy, and pharmaceuticals, helping organizations achieve higher operational standards and reduce costs. With a commitment to innovation and user-centric design, CAI empowers businesses to transition from traditional practices to a modern, digital approach, driving growth and enhancing efficiency

Purpose

The Director of Engineering is responsible for leading and scaling Maritech’s engineering organization. This role ensures that teams deliver high-quality, secure, and scalable technology solutions aligned with business strategy. The Director of Engineering fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence, while developing strong engineering leaders and building a world-class technology organization.

Primary Activities

• Lead and scale the engineering organization to meet current and future business needs.


• Translate the company’s technology strategy into actionable engineering execution.


• Establish and maintain best practices in software development, architecture, quality, and security.


• Partner with Product leadership to align engineering priorities with customer and business outcomes.


• Build, mentor, and retain high-performing engineering teams and leaders.


• Drive operational excellence, including delivery predictability, performance, and cost efficiency.


• Represent Engineering in executive discussions and cross-functional initiatives.


• Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and accountability.

Primary Interfaces

• EVP Product & Technology


• Executive Leadership Team


• Product Leadership


• Engineering Directors / Managers


• External partners and vendors

Experience and Competence Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.


• 12+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 5+ years in senior engineering leadership roles.


• Demonstrated success in scaling engineering organizations and managing multiple teams.


• Strong understanding of modern software development practices, cloud platforms, and enterprise architecture.


• Proven track record of delivering large-scale, high-quality technology solutions.

Personal Skills

• Strategic and execution-focused leader with strong business acumen.


• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, able to engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.


• Empowers and inspires teams to do their best work.


• Skilled at balancing innovation with operational efficiency.


• Trusted partner to executives and a visible leader within the company.

As an employee at Maritech the role has a responsibility for information security in the company and must act in accordance with, and understand, the applicable guidelines and policies.