Director of Engineering, Postscript
$267-304k
Plus significant equity
SMS marketing platform for eCommerce companies
Be an early applicant
SMS marketing platform for eCommerce companies
201-500 employees
Be an early applicant
$267-304k
Plus significant equity
201-500 employees
Company mission
To make SMS the #1 Revenue Channel for Merchants.
Role
Who you are
- This pivotal role requires someone who can navigate the complexities of directing cross-functional projects, embodying a spirit of decisiveness and high ownership
- The ideal candidate is deeply committed to delivering customer value, balancing technical and product work with a pragmatic approach
- With a proven track record in startup environments, you should be adept at fostering a culture of high autonomy, driving your team of engineering managers towards excellence
- If you are passionate about building and leading high-performing teams, driving customer-centric product development, and thriving in a fast-paced environment, we invite you to apply
- As someone who previously managed teams and contributed to technical discussions, you understand the importance of staying connected to the engineering process, even if not directly involved in coding
- The role demands a unique blend of technical insight, strategic thinking, and a hands-on approach to leadership
What the job involves
- We are seeking a Director of Engineering to lead our AI-focused engineering teams with a blend of technical prowess and exceptional leadership skills
- Your role will not only involve steering the technical roadmap but also ensuring that every project under your watch aligns with our overarching product strategy and roadmap
- Your ability to recruit and retain top-tier engineering talent will be key, as will your intensity and competitive drive to position our company as a leader in the market
- Your responsibilities will include creating systems to manage consistent product delivery, advocating for necessary technical work, and maintaining a laser focus on customer impact
- Your leadership style should inspire accountability and innovation, keeping the trains running on time while actively seeking out and addressing any sticking points or false assumptions
- Leadership and Direction: Develop and execute a clear strategic vision for the product engineering department, aligning team efforts with the company’s product goals and customer needs. This includes overseeing the creation and implementation of a technical roadmap, ensuring projects are prioritized based on impact and alignment with business objectives
- Team Management and Development: Directly manage a team of 20 engineers and 1-2 EMs, fostering an environment of high autonomy and ownership. Focus on recruiting, mentoring, and retaining top-tier engineering talent, creating growth opportunities that align with individual career aspirations and the company’s objectives
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Lead cross-functional projects that require coordination between engineering, product, design, and other departments. Ensure seamless communication and collaboration, driving projects to successful completion with a focus on delivering customer value
- Process and System Optimization: Design and implement efficient systems and processes to manage consistent product delivery and high performance across the engineering team. Use these systems not for perfection but as tools to achieve great outcomes, focusing on adaptability and continuous improvement
- Technical Advocacy and Decision-Making: Advocate for necessary technical work that supports the product’s growth and stability, balancing this with the need to continuously deliver customer value. Make decisive, informed decisions in ambiguous situations, guiding the team through technical challenges and ensuring alignment with the company’s strategic goals
Our take
SMS marketing can be an extremely effective tool for eCommerce businesses, but it can often be invasive and irritating to consumers. Postscript solves this problem by offering personalized and optimized SMS advertising.
SMS marketing is nothing new, but Postscript has set itself apart by maintaining a laser-sharp focus on Shopify stores. As a result, the company has tapped into a previously underserved market that has seen rapid, continuous growth in recent years.
As eCommerce sales via SMS continue to rise in the US, Postscript is well-positioned to lead the market, helping more merchants develop personalized, effective communication strategies that drive customer loyalty and revenue.
Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
21% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (last 2 of 4 rounds)
Jun 2022
$65m
SERIES C
Mar 2021
$35m
SERIES B
Total funding: $104.7m
Company benefits
- Work from home (or anywhere!)
- Full team off-sites in cool places
- Growth is encouraged, with lots of direct feedback
- We have fun and celebrate wins
- Culture of transparency and trust
- Flexible vacation
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Equity grants
- And more..
Company HQ
South Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ
Leadership
Adam Turner
(Co-Founder & CEO)Previously worked in Business Intelligence at Bitium. They also co-founded Wilbits where they worked in Product and Engineering, as well at serving as a Product Manager at StackCommerce before co-founding Postscript.
Colin Turner
(Co-Founder & COO)Previously co-founded Wiblits. They also worked at Verimatrix for over 5 years in multiple roles, including Project Manager.
Alex Beller
(Co-Founder)Previously the Director of Business Development at StockCommerce.
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