
Senior Director, Software Engineering
linq
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Austin • United States
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About the role
- Lead software modernization initiatives, transforming legacy systems into scalable, cloud-native architectures while maintaining reliability for districts that depend on us daily
- Partner with Architecture to design systems that handle high transaction volumes with low latency across distributed school environments, including offline and intermittent connectivity scenarios
- Evaluate and roll out modern development tools, including AI-assisted coding platforms, to accelerate delivery and improve code quality
- Build and maintain data infrastructure that enables reporting, analytics, and actionable insights for school nutrition operations
- Manage engineering resources, budget, and schedule across multiple projects; estimate scope, cost, and timeline for new initiatives
- Communicate project status, risks, and tradeoffs to clients, stakeholders, and senior leadership
- Mentor and develop engineering talent; build a team culture where people do their best work
Requirements
- 8+ years in software development, architecture, and design, with at least 3 years leading engineering teams of 15+ engineers
- Experience building and scaling high-transaction-volume systems (point-of-sale, payments, e-commerce, or similar platforms processing millions of daily transactions)
- Track record in software modernization: migrating legacy systems to cloud architectures, microservices, and API-first designs
- Experience managing blended teams (onshore/offshore, FTE/contractor) and navigating platform consolidations or technology integrations
- Strong technical foundation in .NET/C#, SQL Server, and modern web technologies (React, Angular, JavaScript)
- Fluency in Agile, DevOps, and CI/CD practices
- Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to both engineers and business stakeholders.
Benefits
- Flex Your Workspace: Work remote from one of our eligible states across the US, or if you’re near Austin three days in office a week!
- Planning Your Future: Our 401(k) plan comes with a 4% employer match on total earnings (not just your base salary).
- Performance Pays Off: Whether it’s a company bonus or target sales commission, your hard work doesn’t go unnoticed.
- Vacation Your Way: Our flexible Open Paid Time Off Plan lets you take the time you need, when you need it.
- Paid Parental Leave: Take the time you need to welcome your new addition – We’ve got you covered!
- Ten Paid Corporate Holidays: Enjoy a little extra downtime to relax and recharge with the ten paid holidays each year.
- Giving Back: Feel good while doing good – 16 paid volunteer hours to support the causes that matter most to you. #LINQCares
- Benefits That Have Your Back (And Teeth, Too!): Rock-solid medical, dental and vision coverage. Pick your vibe: a low deductible PPO and pair with an FSA or a HDHP with a sweet HSA – with contributions from LINQ. Dental perks that even cover braces for the kiddos.
- Wellness Perks: Employer-paid Short-Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Basic Life, and AD&D insurance. Gym reimbursements and tons of extra savings on travel assistance, employee assistance, and even pet insurance options.
- Rewards For Referrals: Got an amazing candidate in your network? Send them our way and earn a referral bonus when they join the team!
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Hard Skills & Tools
.NETC#SQL ServerReactAngularJavaScriptcloud architecturesmicroservicesAPI-first designsAI-assisted coding platforms
Soft Skills
leadershipcommunicationmentoringteam buildingproject managementrisk managementstakeholder engagementbudget managementschedule managementcollaboration