Director of Solution Development & AI-Enhanced Platforms

Horace Mann

United States

Remote

USD 105,000 - 148,000

Full time

31 hours ago

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Job summary

Horace Mann seeks an experienced Director Solution Development to lead the software engineering and support team within IT. This role drives stability, efficiency, and continuous improvement of digital platforms, balancing business needs with technical excellence.

A strong technical background and decisive leadership are essential. The director will champion agentic AI-assisted development to boost productivity and guide prioritization decisions aligned with strategic goals, while fostering a

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in CS/IT/Business Administration.
6+ years IT leadership focusing on digital operations, support, and enhancements.
Experience implementing agentic AI development tools and driving adoption in workflows.
Familiarity with cloud platforms, ITIL, and Agile methodologies.

Responsibilities

Evaluate and prioritize requests based on business impact, urgency, and feasibility.
Lead, mentor, and empower a high‑performing IT operations team.
Establish processes for defects, incidents, and enhancement requests.
Bridge between technology teams and business stakeholders to align priorities.
Communicate progress, risks, and trade-offs to stakeholders.