SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR

Oracle Database; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 122,000 - 292,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Director of Software Engineering to drive AI innovations across cloud infrastructure. This role involves leading engineering teams, shaping platform strategies, and delivering intelligent services with a key focus on autonomous software solutions.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match

Paid time off: Flexible Vacation

Paid parental leave

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Qualifications

• 10+ years of software engineering experience building cloud-native infrastructure.
• 5+ years leading high-performing engineering teams.
• Hands-on experience in building and deploying machine learning systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of AI-powered infrastructure and Agentic AI systems.
• Define architecture and platform strategies for LLM-based services.
• Oversee large, complex programs with measurable milestones.

Skills

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Mathematics

Job description

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At Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), we’re building the future of enterprise cloud with the spirit of a startup and the scale of a global technology leader. We deliver world-class cloud services that power mission-critical workloads for customers around the world.

The Generative AI Services team at OCI is an innovation-driven organization at the intersection of artificial intelligence and cloud infrastructure. We develop and operate large-scale distributed systems that leverage state-of-the-art Large Language Models (LLMs) and Agentic AI architectures to solve complex, real-world problems across industries.

We are seeking a Director of Software Engineering to lead the development of next-generation AI-powered infrastructure, with a special emphasis on Agentic AI systems — intelligent, goal-directed software entities capable of autonomous decision-making, reasoning, and collaboration.

In this role, you’ll lead globally distributed engineering teams, define architecture and platform strategies for LLM-based services and agent frameworks, and bring scalable, intelligent services to market. This is a foundational leadership opportunity to help shape the future of AI-native computing.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Mathematics (or equivalent experience)
• Strong academic foundation in core computer science areas, especially operating systems, distributed systems, and compilers
• 10+ years of software engineering experience, including significant experience building cloud-native infrastructure
• 5+ years of experience leading high-performing engineering teams in global or matrixed organizations
• Hands-on experience in building, deploying, or integrating machine learning systems at scale
• Deep knowledge of distributed systems, networking, data structures, OS, and cloud architecture
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and strategic planning skills
• Demonstrated experience driving complex cross-functional engineering initiatives

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline
• 10 years of experience building or managing AI / ML systems, with recent focus on LLM infrastructure or agent-based AI architectures
• Proven track record in designing and operationalizing Agentic AI platforms, including dynamic memory systems, multi-agent coordination, and tool integrations
• Experience launching new AI-driven products or services from inception to scale in enterprise environments
• Practical familiarity with modern agent frameworks such as LangGraph, CrewAI, AutoGen, or equivalents
• Passion for solving complex technical challenges and fostering innovation in fast-moving environments
• Strong executive presence and ability to align engineering direction with business outcomes
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Own and deliver high-scale, multi-tenant, distributed AI services supporting LLM inference and agentic workflows
• Design and lead the development of Agentic AI systems, including orchestration frameworks, memory layers, and tool-augmented agents
• Drive architectural decisions and strategy for building intelligent, autonomous software infrastructure
• Lead and scale high-performing engineering teams, including senior managers and technical leads
• Build cross-functional partnerships with product, research, and platform engineering to deliver innovation at scale
• Develop and maintain product, infrastructure, and AI capability roadmaps aligned with strategic goals
• Oversee large, complex programs with clear execution frameworks and measurable milestones
• Cultivate a strong engineering culture based on ownership, curiosity, and continuous learning
• Present progress, technical strategy, and vision to executive stakeholders

Disclaimer

Certain US customer or client-facing roles may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunization and occupational health mandates.

Range and benefit information provided in this posting are specific to the stated locations only

US : Hiring Range in USD from : $122,500 to $291,800 per annum. May be eligible for bonus, equity, and compensation deferral.

Oracle maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions and locations, as well as reflect Oracle’s differing products, industries and lines of business.

Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity.

Oracle US offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following :

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion
• Short term disability and long term disability
• Life insurance and AD&D
• Supplemental life insurance (Employee / Spouse / Child)
• Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits
• 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match
• Paid time off : Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation.
• 11 paid holidays
• Paid sick leave : 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours.
• Paid parental leave
• Adoption assistance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Financial planning and group legal
• Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insurance

The role will generally accept applications for at least three calendar days from the posting date or as long as the job remains posted.

As a world leader in cloud solutions, Oracle uses tomorrow’s technology to tackle today’s challenges. We’ve partnered with industry-leaders in almost every sector—and continue to thrive after 40+ years of change by operating with integrity.

We know that true innovation starts when everyone is empowered to contribute. That’s why we’re committed to growing an inclusive workforce that promotes opportunities for all.

Oracle careers open the door to global opportunities where work-life balance flourishes. We offer competitive benefits based on parity and consistency and support our people with flexible medical, life insurance, and retirement options. We also encourage employees to give back to their communities through our volunteer programs.

We’re committed to including people with disabilities at all stages of the employment process. If you require accessibility assistance or accommodation for a disability at any point, let us know by emailing [emailprotected] or by calling [phone] in the United States.

Oracle is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and protected veterans’ status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Oracle will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to applicable law.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

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Full-time

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