Director of Software Engineering

Our client is looking for a senior technical leader who thrives at the intersection of strategy and execution. This role shapes how enterprise-scale systems evolve-turning legacy platforms into modern, scalable foundations that directly power business outcomes. You'll influence how technology enables growth, stability, and innovation across the entire organization.

C2C is not an option with this job opening, and all applicants must be able to work for any U.S. employer without sponsorship. Sponsorship is not provided and will not be required in the future.

Benefits & Extras

• Executive-level influence over enterprise architecture and technical direction
• Opportunity to modernize mission-critical systems with real business impact
• Player-coach environment that values technical credibility and leadership
• Highly collaborative culture with strong executive and stakeholder access
• Long-term modernization initiatives instead of short-term patchwork fixes

Compensation

• $150k - $160k

What You'll Be Doing

• Own the strategy, architecture, and execution of all web applications, APIs, and backend systems.
• Lead modernization efforts that reduce technical debt and improve scalability and performance
• Translate business goals into clear architectural direction and technical priorities
• Oversee secure, resilient, and high-performing systems across platforms
• Guide major refactors, migrations, and complex integrations
• Serve as the final technical escalation point for critical system challenges
• Lead and develop engineering teams while driving delivery excellence

What You'll Need to be Considered

• Expertise in Perl, Python, PHP, Laravel, and MySQL
• Experience designing RESTful APIs, microservices, and cloud-based architectures
• Proven success in modernizing legacy systems into stable, scalable platforms
• Ability to bridge executive strategy and hands-on technical leadership
• Strong alignment with Agile, SDLC, BRDs, and IT PMO frameworks