Software Engineering Director jobs in West Jordan, UT

Software Engineering Director directs and oversees the software engineering function in developing, releasing, and maintaining software applications/operating systems according to business needs. Establishes policies and procedures that produce high-quality software product and service. Being a Software Engineering Director requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. The Software Engineering Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. To be a Software Engineering Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Global Director of Engineering
  • Outcode Software
  • Draper, UT FULL_TIME
  • LIFE AT OUTCODE

    OutCode is a closely-knit, family-run business that treats its team members and the community we support like family. OutCode stands out against the notion that outsourcing product development leads to missed deadlines, ballooning budgets and lackluster results. Our team relies on and innovates product principles and practices, emphasizing results to ensure success while doing everything with passion, understanding and transparency.

    ABOUT THE ROLE

    As the Global Director of Engineering at OutCode Software, you’ll be responsible for the overall management and success of our worldwide engineering organization. Your strategic leadership will drive engineering activities across various products, disciplines, and geographies.

    This critical role demands extensive engineering management expertise, strategic acumen, and exceptional leadership capabilities. You will set a visionary course for our engineering organization, ensuring alignment with company goals and fostering a culture defined by excellence, innovation, and collaborative spirit.

    Serving as our senior technical authority, you will be held accountable for the engineering budget, resource planning, technology strategy, process enhancement, and talent development, among other key responsibilities. Your adeptness at constructing an effective organizational framework will involve overseeing engineering directors/VPs, ultimately ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality products.

    If you're an accomplished leader with a passion for cutting-edge technology and aspire to play a pivotal role in creating industry-leading software, we encourage you to join us as the Global Director of Engineering at Outcode Software. Your expertise will shape our engineering landscape and contribute to our ongoing success.

    ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES


    • The Primary Engineer: A successful candidate will be willing to jump in with the team and help solve critical, complex issues. They should be willing to lead via servant leadership and keep their engineering skills as sharp as is reasonable. Full accountability for all Engineering projects and services will ultimately land with the Global Director of Engineering.

    • Develop and Execute Engineering Vision and Strategy: The Global Director of Engineering is responsible for developing and executing the engineering vision and strategy in alignment with company goals. They drive the overall direction of the engineering organization and ensure that it aligns with the company's long-term objectives. This includes defining engineering priorities, resource allocation, and strategic initiatives to meet business requirements.

    • Attract, Develop, and Retain World-Class Engineering Talent: One of the key responsibilities of the Global Director is to attract, develop, and retain top engineering talent from diverse backgrounds. They work on planning succession strategies, identifying skill gaps, and implementing talent development programs to nurture the growth of their teams. Building a strong and inclusive engineering culture that encourages innovation, creativity, and continuous learning is crucial.

    • Define Engineering Processes, Policies, and Standards: The Global Director, in collaboration with Principle Engineers (see: Engineering Track - L5) establishes and maintains engineering processes, policies, and standards to ensure consistency, quality, and efficiency across all engineering activities. They continually identify opportunities for process improvement, streamlining workflows, and optimizing engineering operations. 

    • Maintain High Standards for Quality, Security, and Performance: As the Global Director of Engineering, they are responsible for maintaining high standards for product quality, security, reliability, performance, and sustainability. Ensuring that engineering outputs meet or exceed customer expectations and industry standards is a key focus area. This involves working with Principle Engineers to create documentation, re-usable boilerplate, and other tools to ensure consistency and quality.

    • Advocate for Engineering Needs and Investments: In this role, the Global Director acts as a strong advocate for engineering needs and investments at the executive level. They collaborate with executive leadership to align engineering initiatives with business objectives and secure the necessary resources for successful project execution.

    • Cultivate a Culture of Innovation and Operational Excellence: Fostering a culture of innovation, operational excellence, and shared accountability is a significant part of the Global Director's role. Encouraging a culture that embraces new technologies, processes, and methodologies drives continuous improvement and leads to innovative solutions. This should be done in collaboration with the L5 equivalents of other tracks (i.e. Engineering, Architecture, DevOps, IT).

    • Develop Cross-Department Relationships: Building and maintaining trusted relationships with senior leaders and decision-makers across the organization is crucial. This enables effective cross-functional collaboration, resource sharing, and knowledge exchange.

    • Represent Engineering at the Executive Level: The Global Director represents the engineering organization at the executive level, board meetings, and other external-facing capacities. Their ability to communicate complex technical concepts in a clear and concise manner is essential in these interactions.

    SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

    • 10 years engineering management experience with at least 5 years at Director/VP level. Extensive engineering leadership experience with a track record of managing large, complex teams and initiatives
    • Ability to create and communicate a compelling vision and strategy for engineering. Outstanding communication and with a proven track record of managing large scale teams.
    • Deep knowledge of budgeting, resource planning, organizational design and performance management. Strong business acumen with understanding of how engineering impacts business goals.
    • Excellence in attracting, developing and retaining diverse world-class talent. Understanding and experience with training and mentorship.
    • Expertise in modern engineering best practices related to quality, security, process etc. Experience overseeing agile development processes at scale. Knowledge of emerging technologies and innovation trends relevant to the company.
    • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field

    WHY OUTCODE?

    • We encourage constant growth and expansion of our employees’ skills and knowledge
    • We provide the opportunity to work alongside some of the brightest talents in the industries, who will be there as a mentor to you
    • We want you to work at a company where you feel comfortable and are able to get the most from your career
    • We embrace diversity, constant learning, and collaboration on our team because these qualities make us a better team and help us build a better product
    • We enjoy ourselves—no matter how busy we are or how fast our business grows, we always remember to laugh and enjoy each other and our clients
    • We offer competitive pay packages for all skillsets
    • We provide benefits access through LegUp Health
    • We have company profit and venture services sharing programs
    • We offer employee bonuses through goal setting and performance
    • We are a mission-driven, innovative, successful tech environment
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Director of Software Engineering (Remote)
  • Progressive Leasing
  • Draper, UT OTHER
  • Job Description Progressive Leasing is a leading provider of in-store and e-commerce lease-to-own solutions. As an almost 20 year old FinTech company that has gone from start-up to industry leader, we...
  • 23 Days Ago

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Director, Software Engineering
  • SeekWell
  • Draper, UT FULL_TIME
  • Who we are SeekWell is the parent company of 1-800 Contacts, Luna, and Hello Eyes. Our goal is to make it simpler, easier, and more accessible for people to get the vision care they need. We maintain ...
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Manager, Software Engineering
  • Circle
  • Salt Lake, UT FULL_TIME
  • You will aspire to our four core values: Multistakeholder - you have dedication and commitment to our customers, shareholders, employees and families and local communities. Mindful - you seek to be re...
  • 11 Days Ago

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Software Engineering Intern
  • Varex Imaging Corporation
  • Salt Lake, UT INTERN
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  • 16 Days Ago

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Software Engineering Manager - SLC
  • Specialized
  • Salt Lake, UT FULL_TIME
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Director of Engineering - Own your own Franchise
  • Williamsonheckt
  • West Jordan, UT
  • Do you want to own your own business? You are not alone, approximately 85% of the new franchise owners were professional...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of Engineering - Own your own Franchise
  • Williamsonheckt
  • Midvale, UT
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  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of Engineering - Own your own Franchise
  • Williamsonheckt
  • Riverton, UT
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  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of Engineering - Own your own Franchise
  • Williamsonheckt
  • Herriman, UT
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  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of Engineering - Own your own Franchise
  • Williamsonheckt
  • Salt Lake City, UT
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  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of Engineering - Own your own Franchise
  • Williamsonheckt
  • Eagle Mountain, UT
  • Do you want to own your own business? You are not alone, approximately 85% of the new franchise owners were professional...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of Engineering - Own your own Franchise
  • Williamsonheckt
  • Kaysville, UT
  • Do you want to own your own business? You are not alone, approximately 85% of the new franchise owners were professional...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Solutions Engineering Director
  • Verkada
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • Who We Are Verkada is the largest cloud-based B2B physical security platform company in the world. Only Verkada offers s...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

West Jordan is a city in Salt Lake County, Utah, United States. It is a rapidly growing suburb of Salt Lake City and has a mixed economy. According to the 2010 Census, the city had a population of 103,712, placing it as the fourth most populous in the state. The city occupies the southwest end of the Salt Lake Valley at an elevation of 4,330 feet (1,320 m). Named after the nearby Jordan River, the limits of the city begin on the river's western bank and end in the eastern foothills of the Oquirrh Mountains, where Kennecott Copper Mine, the world's largest man-made excavation is located. Settle...
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