Director of Engineering, Agent Platform

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Director of Engineering, Agent Platform in the United States.

This leadership role sits at the forefront of AI-driven platform engineering, guiding the development of next-generation agentic systems that power intelligent, persona-based workflows at scale. The position blends deep technical leadership with strategic vision, driving the architecture and evolution of core platform capabilities that enable automation, context engineering, and intelligent orchestration. You will lead high-performing engineering teams in a fast-paced, innovation-focused environment where experimentation and scalability go hand in hand. The role is central to shaping how AI agents interact, learn, and execute across complex digital ecosystems. It requires a strong balance of hands-on technical understanding, product alignment, and organizational leadership. This is a high-impact opportunity to define the foundation of intelligent work systems at scale.

Accountabilities

This role is responsible for leading the design, development, and scaling of a next-generation AI agent platform, ensuring alignment between engineering execution, product strategy, and long-term business vision.

Lead and grow engineering teams building scalable platform services for agent-based and persona-driven workflows
Define and deliver architecture for context systems, memory layers, and intelligent automation capabilities
Oversee development of configurable frameworks, APIs, and platform primitives supporting agentic workflows
Translate product vision and business strategy into actionable engineering roadmaps and delivery plans
Drive platform scalability, performance, and reliability across distributed, high-scale environments
Collaborate cross-functionally with product, data, and infrastructure teams to ensure alignment and execution
Guide engineering best practices, system design standards, and architectural decisions
Foster innovation in AI-driven systems, including agent orchestration and workflow intelligence
Ensure successful execution of large-scale platform initiatives and continuous modernization efforts
Mentor engineering leaders and teams, building a culture of ownership, learning, and technical excellence

Requirements

This role requires a seasoned engineering leader with deep experience in large-scale systems, platform development, and emerging AI/agentic technologies.

10+ years of experience in software engineering and platform development in high-scale environments
5+ years of engineering management experience leading teams of 10+ engineers
Strong background in AI systems, agentic workflows, or AI-enabled platform architecture
Experience building scalable frameworks, APIs, and multi-system distributed platforms
Deep understanding of complex data systems such as search, knowledge graphs, or marketplaces
Experience with context engineering, system orchestration, or AI integration patterns (preferred)
Strong product and technical leadership with ability to align engineering execution to business strategy
Excellent communication skills across technical and executive stakeholders
Proven ability to lead cross-functional collaboration in complex, fast-moving environments
Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on scalable and maintainable system design
Passion for innovation, emerging technologies, and continuous learning

Benefits

The position offers a highly competitive and comprehensive rewards package designed to support career growth, well-being, and long-term success.

Competitive compensation package ($200,000–$240,000+ depending on experience)
Performance-based bonus and/or commission eligibility
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement savings plan with employer contribution (401k match)
Paid time off, holidays, and flexible vacation policy
Paid parental leave and extended life event support
Stock option eligibility and employee ownership opportunities
Professional development programs and internal learning resources
Wellness initiatives, employee assistance programs, and mental health support
Remote-first flexibility with global collaboration opportunities

How Jobgether works:

We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.

We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!

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