Director, Software Development (Remote - US)

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Director, Software Development in United States.

This senior leadership role is responsible for driving software development and product strategy for mission-critical technology solutions. You will manage a technical team, oversee product development and delivery, and ensure operational excellence across specialized software platforms. This position requires both strategic vision and hands-on technical expertise, guiding software architecture, development processes, and release management. You will collaborate cross-functionally with business, engineering, and customer teams to meet market demands and deliver high-quality solutions. Your leadership will influence product innovation, customer satisfaction, and overall organizational success. This role offers the opportunity to shape development practices, mentor technical staff, and contribute to long-term product strategy in a highly specialized industry.

Accountabilities:

• Lead and manage a small team of technical developers, including performance reviews, development planning, and task assignment.
• Oversee all development activities, including bug fixes, enhancements, regression testing, and major software releases.
• Maintain internal development infrastructure, including source code management, build systems, and testing environments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align software development with product strategy and business objectives.
• Monitor product quality and operational performance, ensuring timely identification and resolution of issues.
• Engage with industry stakeholders to identify market opportunities and support business development initiatives.
• Support customer engagement, technical inquiries, pre-sales activities, and product-related training or documentation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field; advanced degrees preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of professional software development experience, with leadership in defense-related or highly specialized software solutions.
• Proven experience in software architecture, product/project management, and quality assurance.
• Proficiency in Java, C, and C++; experience with Linux systems (RedHat, Ubuntu, Rocky) and embedded systems programming.
• Knowledge of compilers, concurrency algorithms, ARM/x86 architectures, and relevant development tools (e.g., Docker, GNU Make, Ant, Subversion).
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills to manage teams and engage with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Preferred: experience with embedded real-time systems, defense industry software, or highly regulated technical environments.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range: $190,000 – $200,000, with eligibility for performance-based bonuses.
• Opportunity to participate in employee stock purchase and equity programs.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off, sick leave, and tuition reimbursement.
• Retirement savings programs, including 401(k) contributions and employer match.
• Flexible spending accounts, life and disability insurance, and commuter benefits for applicable employees.
• Professional development opportunities, training, and a collaborative, inclusive work environment.

Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.
When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly.
🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements.
📊 It compares your profile to the role’s core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score.
🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the 3 candidates with the highest match for the role.
🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed.
The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role.
Once the shortlist is completed, we share it directly with the company that owns the job opening. The final decision and next steps, including interviews or additional assessments, are then managed by their internal hiring team.
Thank you for your interest!

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