Job Title: Director of Software Engineering

Company Name: Orbital Engineering

Job Details: RemoteFull,Time

Job Url: https://hiring.cafe/viewjob/ia940azb767y4aun

Job Description: Posted 1mo agoDirector of Software Engineering@ Orbital EngineeringView All JobsWebsitePittsburgh or Chicago or St. LouisRemoteFull TimeResponsibilities:Lead teams, Oversee architecture, Drive SDLC governanceRequirements Summary:Lead engineering teams to deliver secure, scalable enterprise applications and modern SDLC practices.Technical Tools Mentioned:CI/CD, Cloud, API design, DevSecOps, Data governance
Director of Software Engineering Working with our business partners to create, improve and sustain industry and infrastructure.  Orbital Engineering has been driven by this core purpose for more than 50 years - energizing Orbital team members and helping our clients solve challenging and complex problems with innovative engineering, inspection, and construction solutions.  Orbital team members are guided by the fundamental beliefs of building trusted relationships, personal accountability, innovation, and excellence in everything we do.  Orbital is looking for others to join our team to continue activating our purpose and embrace our values.The Director of Software Engineering leads the organization’s software development functions, overseeing multiple development teams while driving the technical maturity, operational discipline, and architectural direction of the company’s enterprise software ecosystem. This is a fully remote position within the United States.This role is responsible for:Building and leading high-performing engineering teamsDelivering secure, scalable enterprise applicationsEstablishing modern DevOps, CI/CD, QA, and SDLC practicesSupporting the evolution of a unified enterprise platform accessible to both internal users and external clientsThe Director balances strong people leadership with technical credibility and operational execution.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesPosition duties include, but are not limited to, the following:Development Team Leadership & Organizational DevelopmentDirector owns the primary accountability for Team performance, morale, growth, and delivery consistency.Lead and develop development managers, technical leads, and senior developersBuild high-performing, accountable teams aligned to business prioritiesEstablish clear role definitions, ownership models, and reporting structuresCreate career development paths and technical growth frameworksConduct performance management, coaching, and talent reviewsDrive strategic hiring to support platform maturity and delivery needsFoster a culture of engineering excellence, ownership, and continuous improvementDelivery Leadership & Execution DisciplineThis role is accountable for increasing delivery confidence and reducing operational friction.Oversee incident response processes and platform monitoring standards. Oversee execution across multiple concurrent software initiativesImprove backlog management, sprint discipline, and cross-team coordinationEstablish developer performance metrics such as:Delivery predictabilityDeployment frequencyChange failure rateSystem reliability and uptimeRemove obstacles impacting delivery and executionPartner with Product and Project leadership to align capacity with prioritiesEnterprise Platform & Architecture OversightThe Director sets direction but enables teams to own implementation.Provide architectural oversight across the organization’s core applicationsGuide consolidation of systems into a unified enterprise ecosystemDefine shared services strategy (authentication, authorization, APIs, logging, monitoring, data services)Support scalable, secure system design capable of supporting external client accessGovern major technical decisions while empowering teams to executeExternal Client Access & Secure System DesignThe Director must have experience delivering enterprise-grade applications that meet security and compliance expectations.Oversee development of systems accessible to external clientsImplement role-based access control and identity management standardsPartner with infrastructure and security teams on:Cloud architectureSecure data handlingAudit loggingEnvironment separationDevelopment Operations & CI/CD OwnershipThe Director owns development operational maturity.  The objective is to move the organization from manual or inconsistent processes to repeatable, automated, low-risk delivery pipelines.Implementing and standardizing CI/CD pipelinesGoverning source control and branching strategiesEstablishing environment promotion modelsFormalizing release management practicesDriving infrastructure-as-code and automation where appropriateImproving deployment reliability and release velocityQuality Assurance & SDLC GovernanceThis role raises development from project-driven execution to disciplined lifecycle management.Establish standardized SDLC lifecycle gatesDefine testing expectations (unit, integration, regression, security, performance)Introduce automated testing standardsImprove defect management and root cause analysisManage technical debt prioritizationAlign development documentation with audit-readiness and compliance needsPerformance & Value MeasurementThe Director is accountable for defining and reporting on the performance, health, and business impact of the software development function and enterprise platform.Responsibilities include:Establishing KPIs across:Platform adoption and utilizationSystem uptime and reliabilityDeployment frequency and change failure rateSecurity posture and vulnerability remediation timelinesDevelopment throughput and delivery predictabilityDeveloping dashboards and reporting mechanisms that provide visibility to executive leadershipDelivering quarterly updates summarizing:Platform performance and reliability metricsRoadmap progressTechnical risk areasStrategic outcomes and value deliveredEvaluating emerging technologies, architectural trends, and evolving client needs to guide platform evolutionUsing data to inform investment decisions, staffing models, and technical prioritization QualificationsRequired:Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline (Master’s preferred).10+ years of product leadership experience, including managing or owning SaaS products or platforms.Demonstrated success delivering enterprise-grade digital platforms with strong security, stability, and integration requirements.Strong technical background—capable of partnering with software engineers, AI/ML developers, GIS analysts, and field tech experts to build a unified platform.Experience with enterprise architecture, API design, cloud infrastructure, and data governance.Knowledge of SOC 2, ISO 27001, cybersecurity frameworks, and modern DevSecOps practices.Strong understanding of agile product delivery, software development lifecycles, UX principles, and platform release management.Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, able to translate technical concepts into business value.Experience in the AEC, industrial, utility, or field operations technology sectors is highly desirable.Preferred:Experience supporting secure software development environments or product security programs.Prior experience in engineering, industrial, or technology services industries Orbital Engineering, Inc. has provided worldwide professional engineering and consulting services since 1969. Our commitment to quality, responsiveness, and attention to detail has earned us the reputation as a leading provider of engineering and design services.A commitment to excellence and hard work will be rewarded with a competitive salary, career advancement opportunities, and an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, 401(k), and supplemental insurance.Orbital Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, EEO/AA/M-F-V-D.  Orbital Engineering, Inc. seeks diversity among its employees. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential job functions.#LI-REMOTE