Sr Director of Software Engineering

$210,000 - $225,000/Yr

TransCore - Germantown, MD

Full-time - Senior

Germantown, MD

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Sr. Director of Software Engineering at TransCore is a leadership role focused on overseeing large technical teams and driving innovation in electronic toll collection applications. The position requires extensive experience in the Transportation and Back Office Systems, with a strong emphasis on aligning technology initiatives with business objectives. The successful candidate will be responsible for strategic leadership, project oversight, and fostering a culture of innovation within the team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and guide large technical teams in defining architecture, design, and development for electronic toll collection applications across diverse regions of the USA.
• Drive the overall management and delivery of features and functions related to customer service management, transaction processing, and violation enforcement.
• Define the roadmap for the flagship product in electronic toll collection, ensuring integration of services based on industry needs.
• Lead the development of interface specifications for data transfer in various electronic toll collection programs.
• Ensure the end-to-end delivery of programs adheres to schedule, quality standards, and budget constraints.
• Act as a point of escalation for conflict resolution and address clients' concerns.
• Provide oversight to development teams, fostering a culture of innovation and adherence to best practices.
• Map out migration strategies and lead implementation efforts for new features and changes.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including C-suite executives, to align technology initiatives with overarching business objectives.
• Effectively communicate complex technical concepts in a clear and accessible manner.

Requirements

• Over 15 years of experience in the Transportation and Road Usage Charging Back Office Systems industry.
• Proven strategic leadership and program leadership skills.
• Technical expertise in Electronic Toll Collection programs.
• Strong business and technical analysis capabilities.
• Experience in conflict resolution and budget management.
• Demonstrated ability in innovation and change management.
• Experience in coaching, mentoring, and team development.