Director of Software Engineering & Digital Transformation

ITW; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 144,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpine is seeking a Software Development Director to lead the entire software development function, shape strategy, and drive digital transformation. You will manage multiple development teams through Software Development Managers, set engineering standards, and partner with executives to deliver scalable, high-quality software aligned with business goals.

This role emphasizes innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement, with a focus on agile practices, risk management, and delivering

Qualifications

• Proven senior leadership in software development (Director or above).
• Deep understanding of modern software engineering practices.
• Experience managing multiple teams and leaders (Managers, Leads).
• Successful delivery of large-scale software initiatives.
• Experience leading Agile transformations across organizations.
• Leading digital transformation initiatives and aligning with business goals.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to influence at the executive level and collaborate cross-functionally.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the overall software development strategy aligned with organizational goals.
• Lead Software Development Managers and senior technical leaders.
• Build a high-performing, scalable engineering organization.
• Drive long-term technology roadmaps and innovation initiatives.
• Attract, develop, and retain top software engineering talent.
• Establish leadership pipelines and succession planning.
• Foster collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning.
• Establish and enforce software development standards, frameworks, and governance.
• Promote best practices in architecture, testing, CI/CD, and DevOps.
• Ensure code quality, security, performance, and maintainability.
• Oversee execution of multiple software initiatives and deliver on time.
• Align development priorities with business needs and product strategy.
• Identify and mitigate risks across projects and portfolios.
• Champion Agile methodologies at scale and drive continuous delivery.
• Optimize processes for efficiency, transparency, and productivity.
• Lead digital transformation initiatives and adopt new technologies.
• Collaborate with engineering, sales, and product teams to modernize platforms.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Cross-functional leadership

Agile transformation

Executive communication

Digital transformation

Mentoring managers

Stakeholder management

Technical background

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in CS/Engineering

Job description

Alpine is seeking a Software Development Director to lead the entire software development function, shape strategy, and drive digital transformation. You will manage multiple development teams through Software Development Managers, set engineering standards, and partner with executives to deliver scalable, high-quality software aligned with business goals.

This role emphasizes innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement, with a focus on agile practices, risk management, and delivering