Director, Software Engineering

$173,300 - $321,800/Yr

Thomson Reuters - Las Vegas, NV

Full-time - Senior

Las Vegas, NV

10,001+ employees

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About the position

The Director of Software Engineering at Reuters will lead a team responsible for designing and building a platform that automates market-moving economic indicators, commodity news, and company data. This role requires a strong technical background, effective management of engineering resources, and a focus on delivering high-quality software solutions. The director will oversee large-scale development initiatives, implement best practices, and maintain long-term client relationships, ensuring the platform's speed, accuracy, and cost-effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of software engineers in designing and building the automation platform for market-moving data.
• Direct large-scale and complex development initiatives while managing resources and risks.
• Implement best practices for high-quality and maintainable software development.
• Manage a distributed team, requiring occasional international travel.
• Ensure modifications to existing software correct errors or improve performance.
• Monitor progress to consistently deliver quality products and services.
• Provide leadership and guidance on standards and best practices for software implementation.
• Communicate complex information effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10 years of progressive work experience in software engineering.
• 8+ years of experience building applications in an Agile environment with modern JavaScript architecture and frameworks.
• Significant experience in software architecture and front-end product development.
• Confirmed experience as a people manager, providing mentorship and motivation for a globally distributed team.
• Hands-on experience with cloud computing platforms and understanding of scalability, security, and cost control.

Nice-to-haves

• 6-8 years of experience in software architecture and front-end product development preferred.
• Experience designing and delivering high-volume, reliable web products for customer-facing applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for diverse audiences.
• Ability to negotiate with 3rd party software packages and vendors.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit plans including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible vacation and two company-wide Mental Health Days Off.
• Work from another location for up to 8 weeks a year.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement and employee incentive programs.
• Access to LinkedIn Learning and internal Talent Marketplace.
• Two paid volunteer days annually.
• Access to Employee Stock Purchase Plan.