Director of Software Engineering

Our client is looking for a senior technical leader who thrives at the intersection of strategy and execution. This role shapes how enterprise-scale systems evolve-turning legacy platforms into modern, scalable foundations that directly power business outcomes. You'll influence how technology enables growth, stability, and innovation across the entire organization., * Executive-level influence over enterprise architecture and technical direction

• Opportunity to modernize mission-critical systems with real business impact
• Player-coach environment that values technical credibility and leadership
• Highly collaborative culture with strong executive and stakeholder access
• Long-term modernization initiatives instead of short-term patchwork fixes, * Own the strategy, architecture, and execution of all web applications, APIs, and backend systems.
• Lead modernization efforts that reduce technical debt and improve scalability and performance
• Translate business goals into clear architectural direction and technical priorities
• Oversee secure, resilient, and high-performing systems across platforms
• Guide major refactors, migrations, and complex integrations
• Serve as the final technical escalation point for critical system challenges
• Lead and develop engineering teams while driving delivery excellence

• Expertise in Perl, Python, PHP, Laravel, and MySQL
• Experience designing RESTful APIs, microservices, and cloud-based architectures
• Proven success in modernizing legacy systems into stable, scalable platforms
• Ability to bridge executive strategy and hands-on technical leadership
• Strong alignment with Agile, SDLC, BRDs, and IT PMO frameworks

• $150k - $160k