Director of Software Engineering - Specialty Distribution E-commerce

$160,000 - $266,600/Yr

Agency Compile - Irving, TX

Full-time - Senior

Irving, TX

1-10 employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Director of Software Engineering for Specialty Distribution E-commerce at McKesson is a leadership role responsible for guiding the software engineering team in developing and enhancing the company's e-commerce platform. This position focuses on leveraging modern software technologies to improve distribution capabilities and customer experiences, while ensuring adherence to best practices in software development and operational support.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a talented software engineering team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Provide technology leadership in detailed architecture and design.
• Become the premier technology expert with McKesson for the e-commerce platform.
• Accountable for all operational support and platform SLAs.
• Oversee the full software development lifecycle (SDLC), ensuring best practices are followed to deliver high-quality, scalable e-commerce solutions.
• Architect and implement robust, secure, and efficient software systems using cloud-native technologies and microservices architecture.
• Drive the adoption of AI and ML technologies to enhance platform capabilities and customer experiences.
• Ensure the implementation of DevOps and cybersecurity best practices to maintain platform reliability and security.
• Collaborate with UX designers to ensure best-in-class user experiences across all digital touchpoints.
• Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to align engineering objectives with business goals.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies to keep McKesson's e-commerce platform at the forefront of innovation.
• Mentor and develop engineering talent, promoting professional growth and skill enhancement.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10+ years of full stack software development hands-on experience.
• At least 3+ years of experience in leading software delivery teams and implementing best practice SDLC.
• Demonstrated expertise in building e-commerce platforms, cloud-native technologies, and microservices architecture.
• Proficiency in AI and ML technologies, DevOps best practices, cybersecurity, and both front-end and back-end software languages and libraries.
• Strong experience with database management and modern software technology stacks.
• Outstanding communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple teams and stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a strategic mindset.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package including base pay and potential bonuses.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill enhancement.