Director of Engineering, Logiwa

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field
• Extensive experience (10+ years) in software development, with a strong background in .NET technologies
• Minimum of 8+ years of progressive experience in software engineering leadership roles, with at least 3 years managing multiple teams
• Proven track record of successfully leading engineering teams in a high-growth SaaS product company
• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) technology
• Demonstrated experience in significantly improving SDLC processes, implementing modern development methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum, Kanban), and driving engineering best practices
• Experience in strategically utilizing and managing outsourced or remote engineering teams, including vendor selection, relationship management, and integration into existing workflows
• Deep understanding of building and maintaining scalable, highly available, and performant software systems, with experience addressing technical challenges related to growth and load
• Proven experience in stabilizing and improving Quality Assurance processes, implementing test automation strategies, and fostering a quality-first mindset within engineering teams
• Solid understanding of security principles and experience implementing compliance programs (e.g., SOC 2, GDPR)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Strong mentorship and people development skills

Desirable

• We can organize this part as "We are seeking a Director of Engineering who will play a pivotal role in driving technical excellence, scaling our engineering operations, and enhancing the quality and efficiency of our software development lifecycle as we continue our rapid growth in the warehouse management and fulfillment space
• This role is critical to addressing our current challenges related to improving our SDLC, strategically leveraging outsourced resources, enhancing system scalability and availability, and stabilizing our Quality Assurance practices
• You will lead multiple engineering teams, ensure software development best practices are followed, and explore strategies to scale the engineering team in alignment with our ambitious business goals
• Lead, mentor, and grow multiple high-performing engineering teams, fostering a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Define, evolve, and implement best-in-class software development lifecycle (SDLC) practices to enhance agility, efficiency, and code quality across all teams
• Develop and execute strategies for scaling the engineering team, including the effective selection, management, and integration of outsourced resources to complement internal capabilities and accelerate development
• Drive initiatives to improve the scalability, performance, and availability of the Logiwa platform, ensuring it meets the demands of high-volume fulfillment operations and maintains high uptime
• Champion and implement strategies to stabilize and mature the Quality Assurance function, integrating robust automated and manual testing practices throughout the SDLC to ensure product quality and reliability
• Oversee all aspects of the development process, from planning and design to deployment and monitoring, ensuring adherence to security best practices (including SOC and GDPR compliance)
• Manage project budgets, resources, and timelines effectively, reporting on team and application performance through key metrics
• Collaborate closely with Product Management, Sales, and Customer Success teams to align engineering efforts with business objectives and customer needs
• Establish and promote secure development practices, ensuring all engineers are trained and adhere to security standards
• Develop learning paths and provide coaching to team leads and managers to support their growth and the development of their teams
• Oversee penetration testing activities and the remediation of identified vulnerabilities
• Represent the engineering team in customer engagements, investor discussions, and industry events
• Contribute to the Engineering Blog and enhance Logiwa's technical brand