Sr. Director of Software Engineering

Spectrum; Greenwood Village (CO); On-site; USD 155,000 - 276,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Director of Software Engineering to lead a dynamic team in delivering cutting-edge software solutions. This role is pivotal in shaping the vision and fostering a collaborative culture while ensuring alignment across product, design, and business teams. With a focus on operational excellence and strategic initiatives, you will drive the growth of the Charter Developer API platform. This is an exciting opportunity to influence the future of connectivity and entertainment, making a significant impact in a rapidly evolving tech landscape. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and teamwork.

Benefits

Innovative Tools & Tech

Dynamic Growth Opportunities

Supportive Teams

Total Rewards Package

Qualifications

• 9+ years of management experience and 12+ years of engineering experience.
• Proven ability to lead high-performing engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and scale a high-performing engineering team for software solutions.
• Drive innovation and operational excellence in product delivery.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Organizational Agility

Strategic Agility

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Master's degree in engineering or related field

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related technical field

Tools

Agile/Scrum methodologies

SDLC best practices

Job description

This posting has been extended beyond its anticipated closing date.

Spectrum’s Product and Technology team creates, develops, and operates the nation’s fastest mobile service, most reliable internet service, most viewed live TV app, and the most advanced WiFi, serving nearly 100 million users and 500 million devices. We are transforming the next era of connectivity and entertainment experiences. The diversity of experience available within Spectrum’s Product and Technology team is unmatched and there are opportunities to grow your career as a designer, architect, engineer, developer, operator, or data scientist. We are creative, disciplined, hard-working, complex-problem solvers that believe in collaborating to deliver the highest quality customer experience.

BE PART OF THE CONNECTION

We are looking for an experienced Senior Director of Software Engineering to lead and scale a high-performing engineering team, driving innovation, operational excellence, and delivering impactful software solutions powering the Charter Developer API platform (BryteIQ). You will play a pivotal role in setting the vision, fostering a culture of collaboration, and ensuring the delivery of products and systems that meet and exceed user and business expectations. This is a unique opportunity to lead and expand a dynamic team, addressing the challenges of scaling during the rapid growth of both API traffic and the customer base.

As a senior leader, you will work cross-functionally with product, design, and business teams to ensure alignment and execute strategic initiatives. Your ability to lead with empathy, make data-driven decisions, and inspire technical excellence will be crucial to success in this role.

WHAT OUR SENIOR DIRECTORS ENJOY MOST

1. Leads, mentors, and grows high-performing and collaborative software development teams to produce exceptional results delivering innovative technical solutions.
2. Actively and consistently supports all efforts to simplify and enhance the customer experience.
3. Provides engineering support and direction for new or existing technologies and partners with other functions to deliver the roadmap on time with quality.
4. Evaluates and consults with executive management regarding technical operations, roadmap definition, strategic planning, and new product development and deployment.
5. Drives operational excellence by establishing best practices, metrics, and key performance indicators and works with operations to achieve high availability.
6. Partners with finance on budget planning and executes based on the approved budget plan.
7. Contributes to the service continuity and disaster recovery plans for the services.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO SPECTRUM

Required Qualifications

1. Experience:
   • 9 years of management experience
   • 12 years of engineering experience
   • 5 years of project management experience
2. Education:
   • Master's degree in engineering or related field, or equivalent experience
3. Technical skills:
   • Advanced Knowledge of HFC, Advanced Video, IP Networks, and Telephony
   • Knowledge of all FCC compliance reports and other rules and regulations
   • Comprehensive understanding of applicable local and state rules and regulations
   • Comprehensive understanding of OSHA rules and regulations, both federal and state
   • Comprehensive understanding of HVAC and power distribution systems
4. Skills:
   • Advanced knowledge of Analog Transmission Line Theory
   • Advanced knowledge of Electronic theory
   • Advanced knowledge of Fiber Optic theory
   • Knowledge of National Electric Code and National Electric Safety Code
   • Effective leadership skills
   • Organizational Agility
   • Strategic Agility
5. Abilities:
   • Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
   • Ability to handle multiple projects and tasks
   • Ability to make decisions and solve problems while working under pressure
   • Ability to supervise and motivate others
   • Ability to use personal computer and software applications
6. Travel Ability:
   • Travel required
7. Schedule:
   • Full time
   • Office environment

Preferred Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
2. Proven track record of leading engineering organizations to deliver large-scale, distributed systems, platforms, or consumer-facing applications.
3. Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and SDLC best practices.
4. Demonstrated ability to attract, hire, and retain top engineering talent.
5. Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
6. Experience working in a large-scale tech organization, with demonstrated ability to navigate complexity and drive alignment across teams.
7. Strong business acumen and the ability to balance technical excellence with business priorities.

SPECTRUM CONNECTS YOU TO MORE

1. Innovative Tools & Tech: Work with high-performing software and applications on the forefront of the digital telecommunications industry.
2. Dynamic Growth: The growth of our industry and evolving technology will power your career as you move up or around the company.
3. Supportive Teams: Who you are matters here. And, we aim to foster an inclusive workplace where every person is empowered to bring their best ideas.
4. Total Rewards: See all the ways we invest in you—at work and in life.
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A qualified applicant’s criminal history, if any, will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable laws, including local ordinances.

This job posting will remain open until 2025-03-31 08:57 PM (UTC) and will be extended if necessary.

The base pay for this position generally is between $155,600.00 and $275,800.00. The actual compensation offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. We comply with local wage minimums and also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of other incentive-based compensation such as bonuses.

Charter Communications is known in the United States by our Spectrum brands, including: Spectrum Internet, TV, Mobile and Voice, Spectrum Networks, Spectrum Business and Spectrum Reach. When you join us, you’re joining a strong community of 95,000 employees working together to serve nearly 32 million customers in 41 states and keep them connected to what matters most.

We’re committed to growing a workforce that reflects our communities, and providing equal opportunities for employment and advancement. EOE, including disability/vets.