Director, Software Engineering (Vision Systems)

As a Director, Software Engineering in Aligners Quality Improvements (AQI) department, you will be responsible for management of two teams focused on projects, which combine software and hardware development of innovative solutions to improve quality of our product. We are looking for an experienced second line manager, who is eager to experiment with emerging technologies and comfortable with developing software, hardware solutions, and implementing automation. The candidate needs to have strong problem solving and communication skills, be able to lead other people, and be a self-starter., In this role you will

• Be as a Product owner of the Aligners Quality Improvements direction, communicate with all stakeholders and develop long-term vision of this direction.
• Manage organization of two stable teams with connected scope of C++ developers, Data Analyst, SQA Engineers and contractors. Each team has dedicated manager.
• Lead planning and help teams with coordination of day-to-day work;
• Does people management (hiring, coaching, performance reviews); ensures group successfully interacts with their peers across the company.
• Contributes to architecture agreements.
• Manage tasks through the entire project lifecycle: provides inputs for requirements collection; contributes to solution design; conducts project effort estimations and planning; partners with SQA, DevOps, PMO, an other teams to ensure the software is of high quality;
• Participates in issues investigation and resolution, provides ad-hoc support to project and other teams
• Contributes to processes/workflows improvements, which the group is involved into., At Align, every smile matters. We're committed to helping you thrive by supporting the health, growth, and well-being of our team members through a variety of tools and programs. While specific offerings may vary by location and role, Align employees can typically expect:
• Health and well-being programs to keep you thriving in both body and mind.
• Employee-exclusive discounts on Invisalign products.
• Learning opportunities through online learning resources and support for your individual development plans.
• Inclusive, global workplace that fosters collaboration, recognition and belonging.

• 2+ years of proven experience in people management & team development and second line management
• Experience as a developer in enterprise projects, preferably C++
• Experience in hardware related projects is highly desirable
• Mathematical analysis and Analytical geometry knowledge is a plus
• Machine learning experience is a plus
• Experience in 3D projects, CAD is a plus
• Multi-tasking, ability to manage multiple development streams
• English - at least upper-intermediate, both technical and general language: understand technical terminology, ability to document processes/specs, ability to talk fluently to native speakers.
• Education Master (preferable)/Bachelor degree in Math/Physics/Computer sciences and (3) or more years of relevant industry experience are considered the minimum requirements for this position

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About Align
Twenty years ago, we pioneered the world's first clear aligners. Since then, we have continuously innovated with new products and technologies that are revolutionizing treatments for doctors and their patients. Invisalign clear aligners and the iTero Intraoral scanner help dental professionals achieve the clinical results they expect and deliver effective, advanced dental options to their patients.