Director of Software Engineering

Company Overview

We are hiring for a US-based cloud and AI engineering company that partners with global enterprises to modernize data platforms, build cloud-native systems, and operationalize Generative AI at scale.

Headquartered in the United States, the company works with leading organizations across industries to design, build, and scale intelligent digital ecosystems. Its teams operate globally, with a strong engineering presence in India that serves as a strategic delivery and innovation hub.

Role overview

As the Director of Software Engineering, you will be responsible for overseeing and leading the design, development, and modernization of applications on Google Cloud Platform (GCP). You will work closely with clients, project teams, and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of cloud-based application solutions. You will leverage your technical expertise and leadership skills to drive innovation, quality, and efficiency in application development practices.

What you need:

-> Proven experience (8+ years) in software engineering, with a strong focus on enterprise scale application development, preferably in a cloud computing environment.

-> 3+ years of experience leading teams

-> Extensive experience in software architecture design, including cloud-native application development principles and best practices.

-> Solid understanding of Google Cloud Platform (GCP) services, including App Engine, Compute Engine, Cloud Functions, Cloud Storage, and Kubernetes.

-> Proficient in programming languages such as Java, Python, or Node.js, and experience with frameworks like Spring Boot or Django.

-> Strong knowledge of Agile and DevOps methodologies, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing frameworks.

-> Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

-> Experience managing and leading development teams, including remote and distributed teams.

-> Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking abilities, with a proactive and results-oriented mindset.

-> Google Cloud certifications (such as Google Cloud Certified - Professional Cloud Architect or Professional Cloud Developer) are a plus.

What would you do here

-> Lead the software engineering strategy, vision, and roadmap, aligning it with the business objectives and client requirements.

-> Collaborate with clients to understand their software development and business objectives and requirements, identify opportunities for improvement, and define project scopes and deliverables.

-> Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams, ensuring adherence to best practices, coding standards, and security protocols.

-> Oversee the full software development lifecycle, from requirements analysis and design to implementation, testing, deployment, and maintenance.

-> Define and enforce application development standards, quality assurance processes, and performance metrics to ensure consistent delivery of high-quality solutions.

-> Stay up to date with the latest trends, tools, and technologies in application development and cloud computing, and assess their suitability for client projects.

-> Provide mentorship to team members, fostering their professional growth and ensuring the development of a high-performing team