Director, Software Engineering – Platform Development

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Lead the Platform Team by providing leadership and strategic direction to architects and senior software engineers.

• Build and manage a team dedicated to in-house software development, platform engineering, and AI-driven capabilities.

• Evaluate enterprise platform components and establish a phased roadmap for a contemporary digital platform.

• Supervise the development and maintenance of Microsoft-based frameworks within a highly regulated environment.

• Direct the migration of systems to advanced, state-of-the-art solutions.

• Investigate and incorporate AI and machine learning for intelligent platform automation.

• Oversee the technical design and implementation of software solutions.

• Engage in all phases of the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC).

• Collaborate with engineering teams across business segments to create reusable, scalable, and secure solutions.

• Set readiness standards and checkpoints for concept, proof of concept, pilot, and production phases.

• Develop and enhance CI/CD, unit testing, deployment, release management, documentation, and operational support workflows.

• Advocate for responsible AI-assisted development practices.

• Partner with Information Security to ensure code quality, manage dependencies, address library risks, oversee data handling, and guarantee secure deployment.

• Manage risks, escalations, and resource optimization across Agile delivery pipelines.

• Act as a key contributor to the IT Enterprise Architecture Center of Excellence.

• Oversee resources within the IT Platform Development team.

• Supervise Software Development Managers, Software Architects, and Software Development Engineers.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• At least 10 years of hands-on software engineering and solutions experience in a technical environment.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a leadership role.

• Attention to detail and the ability to see a project through to successful completion are essential.

• Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with the capability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Flexibility in work hours is required.

• In-depth knowledge and practical experience with all phases of an SDLC.

• Strong understanding of the software validation process in an FDA-regulated environment.

• Familiarity with 21 CFR Part 11, HIPAA, and E2B requirements.

• Excellent skills in application documentation.

• Solid grasp of Agile software development principles.

• Proficient in Structured Programming.

• Extensive expertise with the Microsoft .NET stack, including Microsoft Visual Studio, TFS/Azure DevOps, C#, ASP.NET, WebForms, MVC, Angular, Node.js, and Web Services/API development.

• Deep knowledge of Relational Database Management Systems, particularly Microsoft SQL Server or Oracle.

• Familiarity with team development software and automated testing tools.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salaries.

• Opportunities for career advancement.

• 401K plan with company matching.

• Tuition reimbursement.

• Flexible working environment.

• Discretionary Paid Time Off (PTO).

• Paid Holidays.

• Employee assistance programs.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA).

• Telemedicine services (virtual doctor appointments).

• Wellness programs.

• Adoption assistance.

• Short-term disability coverage.

• Long-term disability coverage.

• Life insurance.

• Various discount programs.