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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