Director of Engineering

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 2,504,000 - 3,506,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity options

Health insurance

Generous PTO

401(k) plan

Professional development budget

Fully remote

Access to cutting-edge tools

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct seeks a seasoned Director of Engineering to lead its technology and development efforts. This remote-first role requires driving the engineering lifecycle from concept to deployment, mentoring distributed teams, and shaping the technical vision for high-quality products.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in software engineering with leadership, strong cloud/CI/CD expertise, and proven success managing remote teams in an agile environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years in software engineering with 5+ years in leadership roles.
• Proven experience managing remote engineering teams and projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of the engineering department, including software development, architecture, and QA.
• Define and execute the technology strategy and roadmap for the company.
• Oversee design, development, and deployment of scalable software solutions.
• Mentor distributed engineering teams and foster technical excellence.
• Ensure best practices in software development, security, and performance.
• Manage budgets and resource allocation for engineering.
• Collaborate with product management to align engineering with business goals.

Skills

Leadership

Remote team management

Cloud platforms

CI/CD pipelines

Architectural patterns

Agile methodologies

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

CI/CD tools

Cloud platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client, WhatJobs Direct, is seeking an accomplished Director of Engineering to lead its technology and development efforts. This is a fully remote position, offering an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned engineering leader to drive innovation and manage a distributed team. You will be responsible for overseeing the entire engineering lifecycle, from concept and design to development, testing, and deployment. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in software development, team leadership, and strategic technology planning within a remote-first environment. You will foster a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement among engineering teams. This role is critical for defining the technical vision, ensuring the delivery of high-quality products, and mentoring engineering talent. As a remote organization, we are committed to providing a supportive and flexible work environment with access to cutting-edge tools and technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of the engineering department, including software development, architecture, and quality assurance.
• Define and execute the company's technology strategy and roadmap.
• Oversee the design, development, and deployment of scalable and robust software solutions.
• Build, mentor, and manage high-performing, distributed engineering teams.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning within the engineering department.
• Ensure adherence to best practices in software development, security, and performance.
• Manage engineering budgets and resource allocation effectively.
• Collaborate with product management and other stakeholders to align engineering efforts with business goals.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 10+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership or director role.
• Proven experience managing remote engineering teams and projects effectively.
• Deep understanding of software development methodologies, architectural patterns, and modern technologies.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and strategic thinking skills.
• Experience with Agile development methodologies.
• Strong track record of delivering complex software projects on time and within budget.
• Proficiency in cloud computing platforms and CI/CD pipelines.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and equity options.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• 401(k) plan with significant company match.
• Annual professional development budget.
• Fully remote work setup with flexible hours.
• Access to leading-edge technology and development tools.