Director Software Engineering

Skip to main contentSign InDirector Software Engineering page is loadedDirector Software EngineeringApplyremote typeIn officelocationsLone Tree, COSparks, NVHerndon, VABeavercreek, OHPlano, TXtime typeFull timeposted onPosted 30+ Days Agojob requisition idR0029521The Director of Software Engineering is a strategic leadership role responsible for overseeing the end-to-end software development lifecycle, including design, development, implementation, and sustainment. This position demands a deep understanding of both traditional application development and modern DevOps practices to ensure seamless integration, continuous delivery, and operational excellence. The Director will lead a team of skilled managers, developers, analysts, and DevOps professionals, driving innovation and efficiency through the adoption of best practices and technologies.As SNC's corporate team, we provide the company and its business areas with strategic direction and business support spanning executive management, finance and accounting, operations, human resources, legal, IT, information security, facilities, marketing, and communications.Responsibilities:The Director of Software Engineering is responsible for defining and communicating the long-term vision and roadmap for software development and DevOps practices while driving organizational transformation toward Agile, CI/CD, and DevOps maturity. This role ensures alignment of technology initiatives with business objectives, champions innovation through technologies such as Infrastructure as Code and AI/ML, and oversees the end-to-end software development lifecycle to guarantee quality, scalability, and security. The Director establishes and enforces best practices for coding standards, secure development (DevSecOps), and compliance frameworks, while implementing and optimizing CI/CD pipelines and containerization across robust cloud environments. The Director also ensures adherence to security and regulatory requirements, proactively manages risks related to software delivery and infrastructure, and maintains operational resilience across platforms.Qualifications You Must Have:Bachelor’s Degree, Information Systems, Business, Computer Science, or related field of study14+ years of experience in Software Development and/or DevOps, or related position.Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.Progressive experience leading technical teamsExtensive experience with software development and DevOpsDeep knowledge of cloud architecture (AWS, Azure, GCP).Project Management: Proven track record of managing large-scale, complex projects from inception to completion, including budget management and resource allocation. Certification (i.e. PMP, SAFe) preferredProven leadership abilities inclusive of successful change management, mentoring, career development, training, succession planning, holding people accountable, and conducting yearly reviewsMastery of the ability to drive innovative thinking, lead and inspire your team, instill collaboration, challenge status quo, manage complex situations, delegate authority,  and demonstrate ability to adapt to dynamic situationsProven experience and skills in team building, time management, conflict resolution, communication, briefing, presentation, and strategic thinkingStrong communication skills, including the ability to clearly express technical concepts in verbal and written forms; ability to interpret technical requirementsAbility to navigate change and uncertainty, make defensible decisions in ambiguity and own those decisionsQualifications We Prefer:Expertise in building high-performing, cross-functional teams.Driving organizational transformation toward agile and DevOps maturity.Familiarity with AI/ML integration in DevOps, Infrastructure as Code, and observability tools.Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and microservices.Understanding of secure coding practices, DevSecOps, and compliance frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO...