Overview
Director of Software Engineering
Location: Galway, Ireland (Hybrid)
Type: Permanent | Full-time
We are looking for an accomplished Director of Software Engineering to lead the development and delivery of next-generation digital platform solutions. This role will oversee multiple engineering teams responsible for building scalable, high-performance web applications that deliver exceptional digital experiences for enterprise users.
About the Role
As a technology leader, you will define and execute the technical vision for digital platforms, ensuring alignment between product strategy, engineering execution, and long-term architectural goals. You will guide teams through complex initiatives, promote engineering excellence, and drive a culture of continuous learning and innovation.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic & Technical Leadership
Shape and deliver the engineering strategy in collaboration with architecture and product leadership.
Align product roadmaps with technical priorities, ensuring system stability, scalability, and modernization.
Lead technology modernization initiatives and establish long-term platform improvement plans.
Team Development & Mentorship
Lead, coach, and mentor cross-functional agile teams of engineers, testers, and analysts.
Foster a strong engineering culture built on best practices, collaboration, and innovation.
Develop the next generation of technical leaders and encourage ongoing skill development.
Engineering Execution
Contribute to the design and development of enterprise-grade applications and services.
Oversee software delivery across multiple product lines, ensuring technical consistency and quality.
Maintain up-to-date engineering standards and practices aligned with emerging technologies.
Champion the developer experience and advocate for process and tool improvements.
Required Experience & Skills
8+ years of experience in full-stack software engineering, including leadership of technical teams.
Deep expertise in modern programming languages and frameworks such as Java, Spring, Angular, and TypeScript.
Proven experience building and maintaining high-volume, mission-critical applications.
Skilled in designing and implementing service-oriented and microservices architectures.
Strong understanding of cloud-based solutions, monitoring, scalability, and performance optimization.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Demonstrated success mentoring teams and fostering engineering growth.
Strong problem-solving mindset with a focus on technical excellence and continuous improvement.
Applicants must have the right to work in Ireland, such as Irish Citizenship or Stamp 4 visa.
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