Director of Engineering

Proven; United States; Remote; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mission-driven work

Collaborative culture

Growth opportunities

Remote flexibility

Job summary

A forward-thinking design consultancy seeks a Director of Engineering to lead their technical practice, ensuring innovation and excellence. The ideal candidate will drive technology strategies, oversee project execution, and foster team development. With over 10 years of experience in web and software development and strong leadership qualities, this role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of technology at Proven. Enjoy a collaborative culture and remote flexibility while making an impact on mission-driven organizations.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in web and software development.
• Proven ability to lead and mentor technical teams.
• Strong understanding of business development processes.

Responsibilities

• Define and evolve the technology vision for Proven.
• Oversee technical aspects of projects from planning to deployment.
• Collaborate with leadership on company-wide initiatives.

Skills

Technical Leadership

Cloud Infrastructure

Web Development

API-driven Development

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Education

10+ years in web/software development

5+ years in leadership role

Tools

DNS Management

Headless CMS

Cloud Hosting Platforms

Job description

Direct message the job poster from Proven

Proven is an interactive design and development consultancy that blends creative vision with technical expertise to craft digital experiences that matter. We partner with non‑profits and mission‑driven organizations, leveraging our design, engineering, and strategic capabilities to drive meaningful impact.

We seek a Director of Engineering to lead our technical practice, drive innovation, and ensure our team remains at the forefront of digital development. This role requires both strategic oversight and hands‑on leadership, fostering a culture of adaptability, technical excellence, and forward‑thinking solutions.

This role requires technical breadth across modern web development, cloud hosting, and infrastructure, as well as business acumen to support new business initiatives, evaluate emerging technologies, and shape the future of our service offerings. The ideal candidate will be a highly flexible leader who embraces challenges, encourages experimentation, and supports their team in learning new technologies.

Responsibilities

Technical Leadership & Strategy

• Define and evolve Proven’s technology vision, ensuring alignment with business goals and client needs.
• Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies, recommending and implementing new tools and technologies (e.g., no‑code/low‑code, AI, automation, cybersecurity, and data visualization) and assessing their potential impact and adoption.
• Establish and maintain best practices for development, security, and performance optimization.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning, encouraging the team to explore and implement new technologies.

Team Management & Development

• Oversee resourcing, capacity planning, and upskilling of the engineering team to meet project demands and long‑term growth objectives.
• Foster an environment of adaptability and technical excellence, supporting team members in expanding their expertise.
• Provide guidance and support to technical leads, ensuring consistent quality and efficiency.

Business Development & Strategic Support

• Provide technical oversight for project estimations, reviewing requirements, and ensuring feasibility during the sales process.
• Collaborate with Accounts and Business Development teams to shape technical proposals and client pitches.
• Assess client needs and recommend the best technology solutions, balancing innovation with practicality.
• Right‑size the technology stack to offer the best solution to meet client needs and reduce technical debt.

Project Execution & Delivery

• Oversee technical aspects of projects from planning to deployment, ensuring quality and adherence to timelines.
• Work closely with Project Management to scope development work, estimate timelines, and mitigate risks.
• Implement scalable development processes to improve efficiency and collaboration.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Partner with creative and strategy teams to ensure technical feasibility of design concepts.
• Collaborate with leadership on company‑wide initiatives, ensuring technology decisions align with Proven’s business goals.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in web and software development, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Broad expertise in web development, cloud infrastructure, accessibility, hosting, and DevOps best practices.
• Strong experience with DNS, cloud hosting platforms, security, and performance optimization.
• Experience with headless CMS implementations and API‑driven development.
• Familiarity with AI‑driven solutions, automation, and emerging technologies.
• Proven ability to lead and mentor technical teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous learning.
• Strong understanding of business development processes, including technical scoping, estimations, and proposal support.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills with a strategic mindset and a passion for emerging technologies and innovation.
• Experience managing remote teams across different time zones.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across disciplines and present technical concepts to technical and non‑technical stakeholders alike.

Core Competencies

• Technical Leadership & Innovation: Ability to set a strategic vision for technology while staying hands‑on with emerging trends and tools.
• Team Management & Development: Proven ability to mentor, scale, and upskill development teams in a remote environment.
• Business & Strategic Thinking: Strong understanding of business development processes, including technical scoping, estimations, and proposal support.
• Resourcing & Capacity Planning: Skilled in aligning team resources with project and organizational needs while optimizing efficiency.
• Problem Solving & Adaptability: Comfortable leading teams through new technology challenges and evolving service offerings, including no‑code/low‑code, AI, cybersecurity, and data visualization.
• Cross‑Disciplinary Collaboration: Ability to bridge the gap between technical, creative, and business teams, ensuring alignment and execution.

Why Join Proven?

• Mission‑Driven Work: Help organizations that make a real impact in the world.
• Collaborative Culture: Work alongside talented designers, strategists, and engineers.
• Growth Opportunities: Shape the future of Proven’s technology team and strategy.
• Remote Flexibility: Work from anywhere while leading a distributed team.

If you’re a technology leader who is passionate about building teams, driving innovation, and delivering impactful digital experiences, we’d love to hear from you.

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