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# Director, Software Engineering - Conferences Technology

- **Company:** Gartner
- **Location:** Barcelona, Spain (Remote available)
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), .NET Framework, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Data Analysis, Python (Programming Language), Software Engineering, Systems Architecture, Web Platforms, Functional Dependencies
- **Published:** September 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://es.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=e256cb32e1003025

## About the Role

* 12 + years in software engineering, with at least 4-5 years in engineering leadership.

 * 3+ years leading teams of 15+ engineers or managing large-scale product delivery.

 * Proven experience with high-scale or mission-critical external facing mobile and web platforms where reliability, performance, and scalability directly impact business outcomes.

 * Strong experience designing digital products using .NET (Preferred)/ Python /Java and deploying on cloud providers such as AWS (preferred), Az ure

 * Strong track record delivering products on fixed timelines with cross-functional dependencies.

 * Deep knowledge of scalable system architecture, modern development practices, and emerging technologies.

 * Excellent communication, executive presence, and stakeholder management skills.

 * Willingness and ability to travel up to 30 days per year to provide technical leadership at major Gartner conferences., Applications must be submitted in English.

 - A valid EU visa/passport is required for this position.

## Description

Gartner is seeking a Director of Software Engineering to lead the design, development, and operation of our conference attendee-facing mobile and web platforms. These enterprise-grade solutions are essential to delivering a seamless, intuitive experience at every stage of the conference journey for our attendees-senior and executive leaders from across industries who expect the highest standards of reliability, innovation, and convenience.

As Director, you will wear three hats:

 * Strategic Leader: Align initiatives with business goals, translating vision into actionable plans and measurable outcomes.

 * Team Architect: Define roles, decision rights, and structures for empowered, autonomous delivery teams.

 * Capability Builder: Develop talent, implement targeted training, and foster distributed leadership for a resilient, high-performing organization.

This high-visibility position bridges technical execution and business outcomes . The Director will travel up to 30 days per year, providing technical leadership and on-site support at 4 to 5 platinum Gartner conferences., Product Delivery Leadership

 * Lead end-to-end delivery for attendee-facing mobile and web platforms, overseeing architecture, roadmap prioritization, and quality assurance.

 * Ensure timely , high-quality releases aligned with conference calendars and business goals, supporting a discerning user base of senior and executive leaders.

 * Partner with Business stakeholders to define and communicate product strategy, translating technical capabilities (scalability, personalization, analytics, mobile-first design) into impactful business outcomes.

 * Set and track clear, measurable success metrics for platform performance, user satisfaction, and operational excellence.

 * Continuously evaluate and integrate emerging technologies (AI, advanced analytics, personalization engines, modern frameworks) to enhance customer journeys and digital engagement.

Team Leadership and Development

 * Build and empower a high-performing engineering team through recruiting, coaching, and developing both managers and individual contributors.

 * Foster an inclusive, accountable, and growth-oriented culture with clear communication and mentoring.

 * Distribute leadership and decision-making, defining autonomous ownership areas and escalation paths.

 * Expose engineers to real attendee needs and conference economics, building business acumen and a strong sense of purpose.

Product Ownership and Portfolio Alignment

 * Partner with Business and technology stakeholders to d efine clear product ownership boundaries.

 * Align teams to business outcomes, connecting platform capabilities to strategic priorities.

 * Structure teams for autonomy and end-to-end delivery, minimizing handoffs and dependency bottlenecks.

Governance & Cross-Functional Coordination

 * Partner with Product and Program Directors, and Implement work visibility mechanisms across product, program, and platform levels.

 * Clarify decision-making levels and shift accountability from activity to outcomes-focusing on delivery pace, quality, and user satisfaction.

 * Build relationships across product management, event operations, marketing, and data teams to align delivery with organizational goals.

 * Communicate platform strategy and progress to senior leadership, translating technical complexity into business impact.