Job Title:

Director of Software Engineering

Location:

New York, New York, United States

Type:

Full Time

Our Client is seeking a dynamic Director of Software Engineering to lead the evolution of cutting-edge platforms with a focus on operational efficiency and technological innovation. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of technology by driving transformation and delivering scalable, resilient solutions.

What You’ll Do:

  • Lead and grow multiple teams of product-focused software engineers.
  • Mentor and guide engineers in both technical and professional development.
  • Collaborate with product managers to define application capabilities and testing strategies.
  • Champion best practices in software engineering and Agile methodologies.
  • Design, develop, test, and implement full-stack solutions across modern technologies.
  • Ensure high standards of craftsmanship, availability, and scalability.
  • Stay ahead of tech trends, experiment with new tools, and engage in tech communities.
  • Foster innovation, inclusion, diversity, and collaborative problem-solving.
  • Drive cloud deployments and modernize applications into microservice architectures.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree.
  • 7+ years of experience in software development.
  • 5+ years of experience in people management.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering.
  • 10+ years of experience in software development.
  • 5+ years of experience with Agile practices.

About SoTalent

At SoTechTalent, we specialise in connecting forward-thinking tech companies with world-class talent. With deep expertise in SaaS, AI, Cybersecurity, Data and Fintech, we provide bespoke hiring and recruitment solutions tailored to help your business thrive. Whether you're scaling a startup or building a powerhouse team, we're here to make finding exceptional talent effortless and impactiful.

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Jan 28, 2026

Posted on

Dec 29, 2025

Job Type

Full-time

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