Senior Director of Software Engineering

Pattern Agency - Lehi, UT

Full-time - Senior

Lehi, UT

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Senior Director of Software Engineering at Pattern is responsible for leading and scaling global engineering teams to deliver high-quality software solutions, particularly focusing on the Predict product within the PXM platform. This role emphasizes operational excellence, leadership development, and collaboration across various teams to drive strategic initiatives in e-commerce analytics.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a large, global software engineering team, overseeing approximately 8 engineers in the US and 40 in India.
• Drive the strategic vision and technical direction of engineering initiatives for Pattern's ecommerce analytics software, Predict.
• Oversee the development, execution, and delivery of software projects, managing the SDLC and ensuring timely releases and high quality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prioritize and deliver on key business initiatives.
• Streamline processes, optimize team structures, and manage resources effectively across projects.
• Promote a strong focus on software quality, scalability, security, and performance, with regular assessments and improvements to engineering practices.
• Identify and mitigate risks, addressing technical challenges, and ensuring teams are equipped with necessary tools and resources.
• Recruit and hire top-level talent to ensure the highest quality.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in software engineering, with a proven track record of leading and delivering large-scale projects.
• 5-7 years of leadership experience managing diverse engineering teams, with success in building high-performing teams.
• Experience managing large teams of 20+ engineers, focusing on scaling teams and driving operational efficiency.
• Proven ability to manage and collaborate with global teams, including oversight of offshore development teams.
• Strong understanding of software development best practices, including agile methodologies and software development lifecycle.
• Exceptional leadership, mentoring, and team-building skills, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Prior SaaS experience to anticipate and drive improvements in engineering processes.
• Experience managing overseas teams to foster a culture of accountability and collaboration.
• Ability to build scaled applications on AWS.

Benefits

• Unlimited PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Onsite Fitness Center
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Casual Dress Code
• Competitive Pay
• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• 401(k)