Director of Software Engineering, Clutch
Online used car sales
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Online used car sales
101-200 employees
Be an early applicant
101-200 employees
Company mission
To deliver a delightful car-buying experience to Canadians.
Role
Who you are
- At least 10 years of experience building and delivering software products, with 5+ years in engineering management. Proven track record of scaling and leading high-performing engineering teams in a fast-paced environment
- Strong grasp of cloud-based architecture, microservices, and scalable infrastructure, with expertise in TypeScript, React, Express, and AWS
- Ability to engage cross-functional teams and communicate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences, ensuring alignment and clear direction
- Hands-on experience with Agile methodologies to drive efficient workflows, ensuring engineering goals are aligned with business objectives
- An enthusiasm for exploring emerging technologies, data-driven decision-making, and building a culture of experimentation and continuous learning
What the job involves
- We use a full TypeScript stack for both the front and backend, including some legacy JavaScript
- Our front-end is a ReactJS app following modern standards such as functional components and the context API
- The back-end is an ExpressJS application with a PostgreSQL database and Sequelize as an ORM
- Our architecture follows a microservices approach, utilizing Docker, Terraform, AWS ECS and other AWS services
- For interservice communication, we rely on RabbitMQ and Apache Kafka
- Oversee and Lead the engineering team responsible for Clutch’s core customer-facing platforms, ensuring they align with business goals and deliver a secure, scalable, and engaging user experience that supports Clutch’s growth
- Partner with Product Designer to shape product strategies that balance customer needs with business objectives, driving innovation and adapting swiftly to market trends to maintain a scalable, user-focused experience
- Facilitate seamless collaboration across departments—including Product, Customer Support, Retail, Finance & Accounting—to align priorities and translate business needs into technical initiatives, keeping stakeholders informed on project progress and outcomes
- Drive Clutch’s technological edge by advocating for resources, tech stack advancements, and process improvements that elevate engineering standards. Leverage emerging technologies and lead data-driven experimentation to enhance customer and developer experiences, fostering a culture of innovation and creative problem-solving that keeps Clutch competitive in a fast-evolving market
Our take
Buying used cars is notoriously something of a minefield - but used car sales platform Clutch is making big strides to sweep away the risk. The marketplace lists certified vehicles for users to shop, and have home delivered, along with a full carfax, insurance, warranty, and optional financing.
The used car sales market has been undergoing something of a digital overhaul in recent years, with a flurry of used car marketplaces cropping up to offer similar services. Canada, however, remains relatively non-competitive compared with the U.S. and Europe. This means Clutch has the luxury of importing a tried-and-tested model into a relatively spacious market.
Clutch will, however, have to face off with close competitor Canada Drives. The two companies enjoy comparable levels of funding and are currently the top competitors in Canada’s used car market. With this market hotting up significantly, Clutch will need to tread carefully to ensure they come out on top.
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Company
Funding (last 2 of 5 rounds)
Jul 2024
$7.2m
LATE VC
Nov 2021
$71.6m
SERIES B
Total funding: $100.2m
Company benefits
- Learning stipend for growth & development
- Flexible & unlimited time off
- Health & dental benefits from day one
Company values
- Deliver incredible: We produce high-quality work and strive to net new standard
- Embrace challenges: We appreciate that ambiguity and change are needed to innovate
- Promote autonomy: We constantly encourage initiative, creativity, an good judgment
- Look for the assist: We always strive to set each other up for long term success
Company HQ
Downtown Yonge East, Toronto, ON
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Leadership
Stephen Seibel
(COO)Previously an investment banking analyst at Moelis & Company, before moving on to serve as a partner at Camvber Media.
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