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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Director, Software Delivery Architecture - **Company:** SMBC Group - **Location:** Port Charlotte, FL, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Computing Platforms, Architectural Patterns, Microsoft Azure, Software Quality, Collaborative Software, Cyber Security, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Python (Programming Language), Software Architecture, Systems Development Life Cycle, Release Management, OpenAI, Azure Machine Learning, Software Engineering, Enterprise Search, Enterprise Software Applications, Large Language Models, Togaf, AI Platforms, Information Technology, Deployment Automation, Software Version Control, Devsecops, Databricks, Vulnerability Analysis - **Published:** October 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/7d7e832e-559c-46bd-9b45-8b78047007bf ## About the Role * 10+ years of progressive experience in Software Engineering, Enterprise Architecture, Platform Engineering, DevOps, DevSecOps, Software Delivery, or related technology leadership roles. * Experience designing and implementing AI-enabled engineering solutions leveraging Python, GenAI frameworks, LLM technologies, vector databases, retrieval architectures, and enterprise AI platforms such as Azure AI Services, Azure AI Search, Databricks, OpenAI, or equivalent technologies. * Demonstrated experience leading enterprise-wide transformation initiatives involving application modernization, platform engineering, DevSecOps, software governance, or AI adoption programs * DevSecOps, CI/CD, platform engineering, governance, or software modernization capabilities. * Experience developing enterprise standards, Architecture patterns, architecture roadmaps and target-state strategies. * Strong understanding of SDLC, SSDLC, Agile delivery, DevSecOps, CI/CD, software architecture, and platform engineering practices. * Experience identifying and implementing AI, automation, or developer productivity solutions within technology organizations. * Experience within Banking, Financial Services, or other highly regulated industries. * Knowledge of NIST Secure Software Development Framework (SSDF), software supply chain security practices, DevSecOps frameworks, and AI governance principles. Preferred Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related discipline. * TOGAF, AWS or Azure Architecture certifications, SAFe, CISSP, CSSLP, or comparable industry certifications. ## Description SMBC is seeking a Director, Software Delivery Architecture to lead the strategy, architecture, governance, and continuous evolution of enterprise software delivery capabilities. This role is responsible for defining and governing Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC), DevSecOps practices, developer platforms, engineering tooling, and AI-enabled software delivery capabilities. The Director will assist in defining enterprise platform standards, reference architectures, implementation patterns, engineering roadmaps, and technology strategies that enable secure, scalable, resilient, and efficient software delivery capabilities across the organization. This role will drive engineering transformation initiatives that improve software quality, developer productivity, operational resilience, regulatory compliance, and business outcomes. A key focus of the role is identifying and implementing AI opportunities across the software delivery lifecycle, leveraging emerging technologies to improve software quality, reduce manual effort, accelerate delivery, and strengthen engineering governance. The successful candidate will help shape the future of software engineering at SMBC by combining modern architecture practices, platform engineering, AI-enabled development capabilities, and enterprise governance into a cohesive software delivery strategy., * Define and maintain the enterprise Software Delivery Architecture strategy, roadmap, target-state architecture, operating model, standards, and reference architectures. * Establish governance frameworks, architecture standards, and implementation patterns supporting SSDLC, DevSecOps, platform engineering, and software governance practices. * Establish reference architectures, patterns, and best practices for software development, testing, deployment, and release management. * Establish platform standards for source control, CI/CD, testing, software quality, security scanning, and deployment automation. * Provide architectural oversight for development platforms and tools, including source control, CI/CD, testing, artifact management, and collaboration platforms. * Drive modernization initiatives that improve delivery velocity, software quality, security, resiliency, and developer experience. * Partner with Enterprise Architecture, Engineering, Cybersecurity, Data, and Risk teams to align software delivery capabilities with business and technology objectives. * Evaluate emerging engineering technologies, industry trends, and software delivery practices, providing recommendations for enterprise adoption, standardization, optimization, or retirement. * Assess engineering processes and development workflows to identify automation and AI-driven optimization opportunities that improve speed, quality, security, and efficiency. across all phases of the SDLC. * Evaluate, pilot, and lead implementation of AI-powered engineering solutions that improve developer productivity and delivery outcomes. * Lead tooling rationalization, consolidation, and optimization efforts to maximize business value and reduce platform complexity.