Director of Workflow Engine / Connectors, ABBYY

• The ideal candidate will possess deep technical expertise, exceptional leadership skills, and a passion for fostering innovation within high-performing teams
• Deep understanding of workflow orchestration concepts, including task scheduling, dependency resolution, and state management
• Expertise in developing and scaling workflow engines or orchestration frameworks (e.g., Apache Airflow, Camunda, Temporal)
• Strong experience with designing and implementing connectors for APIs, databases, and message brokers using modern integration patterns
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or Go, with a focus on scalable system development
• Familiarity with event-driven architectures and messaging systems (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ)
• Experience with containerization and orchestration tools like Kubernetes and Docker
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP) for deploying and managing workflow systems
• 10+ years of experience in software engineering, including significant hands-on work with workflow orchestration and connector development
• Proven success in managing and scaling high-performing engineering teams
• Experience managing a team of ten + direct reports
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and deliver impactful solutions on time and within budget
• Strong track record of implementing Agile practices, including sprint planning, backlog prioritization, and iterative development
• Exceptional ability to articulate complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders

Desirable

• We are seeking a Director - Workflow Engine / Connectors to lead the design, development, and scaling of innovative workflow orchestration platforms and third-party system connectors
• This role will require driving technical excellence, shaping strategic initiatives, and mentoring engineering talent
• You will oversee the development of robust, scalable workflow engines and seamless integration capabilities, enabling efficient automation and interoperability across diverse systems
• Architect and Design Solutions: Lead the design and implementation of workflow orchestration engines, ensuring scalability, fault tolerance, and high availability. Design seamless connectors for third-party applications, APIs, and databases
• Hands-on Coding: Contribute directly to the development of core systems, including workflow execution, task scheduling, and API integration frameworks. Perform code reviews and maintain rigorous quality standards
• Innovation: Explore and integrate emerging technologies to enhance workflow orchestration, including low-code/no-code platforms, event-driven architectures, and intelligent process automation
• Optimize Performance: Identify and resolve bottlenecks in workflow execution, scaling systems to support thousands of concurrent workflows and transactions
• Mentor and Develop Talent: Provide technical mentorship to engineers, fostering expertise in workflow orchestration and connector development while guiding them through complex engineering challenges
• Team Leadership: Build and lead a high-performing team of engineers focused on workflow engines and connectors, cultivating a collaborative and inclusive environment
• Performance and Development: Conduct regular 1-on-1s, performance reviews, and provide ongoing coaching to support career growth and team success
• Managing: Manage a team of ten + direct reports
• Agile Leadership: Drive Agile practices across the team, ensuring effective planning, retrospectives, and incremental delivery of high-quality solutions