Director Engineering

Akamai Technologies, Inc.; Dover (DE); On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FlexBase program

Hybrid work options

Job summary

Akamai Technologies, Inc. in the United Kingdom seeks a Director of Engineering to lead an experienced software development team delivering enterprise Time and Pay solutions, including Oracle/ADP platforms.

The role focuses on strategy, design, and successful delivery across multiple regions. You will partner with HR and Finance to define technology roadmaps, ensure scalable architectures, and drive modernization using cloud, AI, and automation.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in IT/Software Engineering with a BS in CS/Engineering/IS
• Experience leading distributed Software Engineering and BA teams
• Experience with Oracle Cloud HCM/ADP enterprise solutions
• Proven ability delivering global HR/Payroll/Time Management solutions
• Ability to translate business strategy into scalable tech roadmaps
• Expertise in enterprise application architecture and system integration
• Leadership in modernization using cloud, AI, and automation

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop high-performing teams of BAs and SEs
• Define and deliver strategy for Time and Pay solutions
• Collaborate with HR/Finance to align roadmaps with business priorities
• Ensure scalable, reliable software across multiple countries and regulatory environments
• Partner with Oracle, ADP, and SI vendors
• Improve engineering practices, architecture, and integrations
• Drive modernization leveraging cloud, AI, automation

Skills

Leadership

Software architecture

Enterprise applications

HR/Payroll systems

Vendor management

Cloud & AI

Team development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering/Information Systems

Tools

Oracle Cloud HCM

ADP GlobalView

Oracle Time & Labor (OTL)

Oracle Absence Management

Job description

Are you a highly experienced Software Development Leader?

Do you want an opportunity to lead an amazing Software Development team?

Join our cutting-edge Backoffice Applications team!

Our Information Technology organization drives the delivery of enterprise application capabilities by supporting Hire-to-Retire, Report-to-Support, Source-to-Settle, and Supply Chain Management. Our mission is to streamline business processes, enhance operational efficiency, and enable a seamless experience for our global workforce.

Partner with the best

You will lead a software development team responsible for delivering/optimizing enterprise Time and Pay solutions, including ADP GlobalView/Oracle Compensation/Oracle Time & Labor (OTL)/Oracle Absence Management. You will drive strategy, development, and delivery of innovative/scalable application solutions enhancing employee experiences, streamlining business processes, and improving operational efficiency.

As a Director Engineering, you will be responsible for:

• Leading and developing high-performing teams of Business Analysts and Software Engineers

• Driving the strategy, design, development, and delivery of enterprise Time and Pay solutions

• Partnering with HR and Finance leadership to understand business priorities, define technology roadmaps, and deliver transformational solutions

• Delivering scalable/reliable/innovative software solutions that support a global workforce, addressing complex business requirements across multiple countries, regulatory environments, and organizational structures.

• Collaborating with strategic technology partners and vendors, including Oracle, ADP, and third-party solution providers

• Driving engineering excellence and operational performance through effective solution architecture, software development practices, system integrations, automation, quality assurance, and continuous improvement.

• Championing technology modernization/innovation, leveraging cloud technologies/AI/automation to enhance enterprise application capabilities, reduce technical debt, and deliver measurable business value

Do what you love

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have 10+ years of relevant experience in Information Technology/Software Engineering/Enterprise Applications, and a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering/Information Systems, or equivalent

• Have experience leading Software Engineering/Business Analysis teams, while developing high-performing/geographically distributed teams and delivering complex enterprise technology solutions

• Demonstrate experience with Oracle Cloud HCM/ADP enterprise solutions, including Oracle Compensation, Oracle Time & Labor (OTL), Oracle Absence Management, ADP GlobalView,

• Possess experience delivering global HR/Payroll/Time Management solutions, understanding multinational business processes, regulatory compliance, payroll integrations, and workforce management requirements

• Demonstrate experience partnering with HR/Finance leadership to translate business strategies/ operational requirements into scalable technology solutions, roadmaps, and measurable business outcomes

• Demonstrate expertise in enterprise application architecture, software development, and systems integration

• Bring experience leading enterprise transformation/modernization initiatives, leveraging cloud technologies, automation, AI, and continuous improvement

• Have experience managing strategic technology vendors/implementation partners, including Oracle, ADP, and systems integrators

About us

At Akamai, we make life better for billions of people, trillions of times a day.

Whether you're streaming live events, scrolling social media, watching your favorite series, or managing your savings, we're the engine behind the scenes. We provide the world's most distributed platform from Cloud to Edge to help the giants of the digital world work faster and stay more secure, making the internet a better experience for everyone.

Our focus is simple:

Cloud and Edge:

Running apps closer to users for instant performance.

Security

Neutralizing threats before they ever reach your data.

Content Delivery

Scaling the world's biggest moments without a glitch.

AI

Enabling our customers to build, secure, and scale AI apps on the world's most distributed cloud platform.

At Akamai, we don't just support the internet; we power and protect it, because behind every great digital experience is a massive hidden challenge. And we're the ones who solve it. When millions of people hit play or pay, Akamai ensures it just works.

Benefits at Akamai:

We support your health, well-being, finances, and life beyond work. See our benefits. (https://www.akamai.com/careers/working-at-akamai?utm_source=akamai&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=benefits)

FlexBase adapts to your job's needs

Akamai's FlexBase program is yet another way we show our commitment to providing employees with an exceptional workplace experience. It's not about telling employees where to work; it's about supporting employees to do their best work.

We trust our incredible employees to work in ways that suit them best: at home, in an office, or a combination of both.

Connect with us on social and see what life at Akamai is like!

Compensation

Akamai is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. For US based candidates only - the base salary for this position ranges from $203,600 - $366,400/year; a candidate’s salary is determined by various factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location. Compensation for candidates outside the US will vary. The compensation package may also include incentive compensation opportunities in the form of annual bonus or incentives, equity awards and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). Akamai provides industry-leading benefits including healthcare, 401K savings plan, company holidays, vacation (in the form of PTO), sick time, family friendly benefits including parental leave and an employee assistance program including a focus on mental and financial wellness; Eligibility requirements apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity Rights

Akamai Technologies is an Affineus Action, Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength that diversity brings to the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race/ethnicity, protected veteran status, disability, or other protected group status.