Job Position: Director of Software Engineering
Location : Denver, CO
Salary Range : $185k - $200k annually + 50% Bonus + Equity (Total comp 300,000+)
Manager Notes:
Culture Fit: Candidates will be part of the engineering sprint (60–70 hours/week, 6 days onsite first 9 months).
- Working at successful or multiple startups is a plus, but more importantly it has the startup mentality, run lean & mean, bootstrap attitude (get the job done by using existing resources)
- First Principles Thinker - A first principles thinker questions every assumption about a given problem and creates new solutions from scratch. It involves breaking down complex problems into their most basic elements and reassembling them from the ground up.
- Must have 1) Hyper-Intelligence, 2) Unstoppable Grit/Tenacity, 3) Highly Motivated to Solve Complex Problems
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Director of Software Engineering to lead a highly skilled engineering team and drive our company’s continued success in the fast-paced and dynamic field of software development. This role will focus on maintaining our fast-paced delivery cycle and scaling our engineering efforts as we expand into new industries.
We’re looking for a hands-on, technically proficient leader who excels at balancing strategic oversight with direct technical involvement. You’ll be at the forefront of innovation, working with cross-functional teams to ensure the timely delivery of key products while maintaining the highest standards for production quality and uptime.
Key Responsibilities :
- Drive Innovation and Speed : Lead and motivate the engineering team to accelerate product and feature development, pushing the boundaries of innovation and continuously improving delivery speed.
- Engineering Leadership : Foster a culture of continuous improvement, leveraging company values to create a world-class, differentiated engineering team that thrives in a fast-paced environment.
- Team Development : Provide coaching and mentorship to engineers, promoting professional growth and encouraging challenges that drive individual and team success.
- Production Uptime & Quality : Oversee system uptime, performance, and security to ensure top-tier product quality.
- Strategic Oversight : Develop and execute the overall engineering strategy, ensuring alignment with business needs and goals.
Qualifications :
- 4+ years in a software engineering leadership role
- 8+ years of experience as a software engineer
- Proven track record in delivering successful customer-facing enterprise products
- High emotional intelligence (EQ), a collaborative mindset, and the ability to adapt to changing technical and business needs
- A hands-on leader who can dive into technical details and maintain a strategic vision
- BS/BA in Computer Science or related field (or comparable experience)
Preferred Skills :
- Experience in cloud-based environments, CI/CD pipelines, and enterprise-level software deployment
- Strong knowledge of Linux system administration and familiarity with Kubernetes, Docker, and AWS
- Experience with Agile and DevOps methodologies
Compensation & Benefits : We offer a competitive compensation package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and other perks. Additionally, our office space in downtown Denver offers a modern work environment complete with snacks and top-tier hardware/software to keep you at your best