Director Software Engineering

Overview

Lead software engineering for a complete product portfolio, overseeing engineering teams, technology delivery, reliability, and operational support across an entire capability.

What you'll do

• Set portfolio priorities with product teams.
• Manage engineering teams building and maintaining multiple technology products.
• Resolve cross-functional issues across development, testing, implementation, and support.
• Oversee testing strategy alignment and testing progress.
• Manage departmental budgets, forecasts, and vendor-related allocations.
• Oversee large-scale initiatives and improve application efficiency, scalability, stability, and security.
• Manage performance and foster an inclusive team environment.

What you'll need

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, computer science, CIS, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience where applicable.
• 10 years of experience in software engineering or a related field.
• 10 years of experience implementing solutions using software development life cycles.
• 5 years of direct leadership experience managing global technology teams.
• 3 years of experience working closely with senior leadership.
• 3 years of experience managing operational or financial budgets, including third-party vendors or software providers.

Nice to have

• Master's degree in a related field.
• 5 years of software development experience in an agile environment.
• 3 years of leadership experience in a large matrixed organization.
• 3 years of experience managing complex business systems.
• 3 years of IT management experience in retail.
• 2 years of second-level IT management experience.

Details

• Location: Bengaluru, India.
• Work mode: On-site.