Director of Software Development

Talent Elite Group; California; On-site; USD 200,000 - 265,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Director of Software Engineering to define the strategic direction of enterprise technology. This pivotal role involves leading cross-functional teams, overseeing development operations, and championing user-centric design. The ideal candidate will possess over 12 years of progressive experience in software development, with a strong background in modern frameworks like .NET and React. Join a dynamic environment that fosters innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning, and play a crucial role in driving transformation and high-performing team cultures.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Qualifications

• 12+ years in software development or engineering.
• 8+ years in a technical leadership or managerial role.
• Proven ability to lead geographically dispersed teams.

Responsibilities

• Define strategic direction for enterprise technology.
• Oversee development operations from planning to execution.
• Manage delivery milestones and track timelines.

Skills

.NET

NodeJS

React

React Native

Angular

Strategic mindset

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mathematics

Bachelor's degree in Physics

Tools

ERP platforms

CRM platforms

Job description

This range is provided by Talent Elite Group. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$200,000.00/yr - $265,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus

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Primary Functions

• Define Strategic Direction
• Partner with business leaders to establish a clear and future-focused vision for enterprise technology, ensuring alignment with long-term organizational priorities.
• Oversee Development Operations
• Lead cross-functional development efforts from planning through execution, ensuring projects meet scope, timing, and quality benchmarks.
• Champion User-Centric Design
• Act as the voice of both internal and external users, turning business requirements into intuitive and valuable software experiences.
• Manage Delivery Milestones
• Track timelines and deliverables to ensure development efforts align with architectural standards and technical specifications.
• Leverage Metrics for Growth
• Identify and monitor key performance indicators to optimize software delivery and continuously improve team productivity.
• Coordinate Release Management
• Direct release planning, deployment processes, and version control to maintain platform stability and smooth user transitions.
• Own the Full Development Lifecycle
• Guide teams through requirement gathering, technical design, development, QA testing, and final rollout, ensuring consistency and clarity at every step.
• Enforce Quality Assurance Standards
• Implement quality control measures to maintain high standards and rapidly address development issues or bottlenecks.
• Define, document, and evolve best practices, tooling standards, and development protocols to raise the bar on technical excellence.
• Drive System Optimization
• Improve application performance, scalability, and data security through architectural improvements and infrastructure enhancements.
• Cultivate Knowledge Sharing
• Encourage a learning-focused environment through mentorship, peer reviews, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Administer Departmental Budgets
• Allocate resources strategically and monitor spending to ensure fiscal responsibility while achieving project goals.
• Support and Empower Teams
• Offer hands-on support, unblock challenges, and create opportunities for decision-making and ownership across technical teams.
• Align Team Objectives
• Set clear, measurable goals that reinforce business strategies and keep teams focused on high-impact outcomes.
• Mentor and Guide Talent
• Foster team growth through regular coaching, skills development, and individual career path planning.
• Collaborate on People Initiatives
• Work closely with HR to handle staffing, performance reviews, and employee relations with professionalism and care.
• Promote Skill Advancement
• Encourage continuous learning by facilitating access to training, certifications, and professional development resources.
• Nurture a culture that welcomes fresh thinking, experimentation, and collaboration across all levels of the team.
• Adapt and Contribute as Needed
• Stay agile and willing to jump in wherever needed to ensure the overall success of the business and its technology initiatives.

Ideal Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field such as Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics
• 12+ years of progressive experience in software development or engineering
• 8+ years in a technical leadership or managerial role
• Deep knowledge of modern development frameworks: .NET, NodeJS, React, React Native, Angular
• Hands-on experience deploying enterprise solutions like ERP and CRM platforms
• Proven ability to lead geographically dispersed teams with cultural sensitivity
• Strong communication, collaboration, and presentation skills
• Strategic mindset with a record of driving transformation and high-performing team cultures

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

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