Director of Software Engineering

Orbital Engineering, Inc.

Director of Software Engineering at Orbital overseeing software teams and strategic tech direction. Responsible for software solutions, engineering standards, and modernization initiatives.

Posted 7/15/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $177,000 - $230,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strategic leadership in software engineering, focusing on operational excellence, technical modernization, and secure software development practices. Proven ability to manage enterprise-scale software platforms and lead high-performing teams while aligning technology investments with business objectives.

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Software Engineering LeadershipCloud-Native ArchitecturesDevSecOps and CI/CDEnterprise ArchitectureCybersecurity Frameworks

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Hard Skills

Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)Agile MethodologiesApplication ModernizationInfrastructure-as-CodeAPIsContainersEnterprise IntegrationEngineering GovernanceSecure Software DevelopmentPerformance Management

Soft Skills

Executive CommunicationOrganizational LeadershipChange ManagementCoaching and MentoringTeam Development

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft AzureAutomation ToolsAI-Assisted DevelopmentSoftware Delivery StandardsEngineering Operating Models

Industry Keywords

Enterprise ApplicationsDigital TechnologiesOperational ExcellenceSoftware EcosystemStrategic Investments

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureCloudCyber SecurityDistributed SystemsSDLC

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for the strategic leadership, operational excellence, and technical direction of Orbital Engineering's software engineering organization
Oversees multiple software engineering teams responsible for enterprise applications, customer-facing platforms, system integrations, APIs, automation, and emerging digital technologies
Establishes engineering standards, drives technical modernization, and ensures software solutions are secure, scalable, reliable, and aligned with business objectives
Leads and develops a high-performing software engineering organization through effective leadership, coaching, mentoring, and performance management
Provides strategic leadership for the organization's software architecture while ensuring technology investments align with business objectives
Establishes a mature, predictable, and scalable software delivery organization focused on operational excellence
Drives engineering modernization through automation, security, and operational excellence
Leads the evolution of Orbital's enterprise software ecosystem
Implements AI-assisted software development practices
Establishes Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC) practices
Builds a culture of engineering quality and operational discipline

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Engineering, or a related discipline (Master's degree preferred)
12+ years of progressive software engineering leadership experience
5+ years leading engineering managers and multiple software development teams
Proven experience delivering enterprise-scale software platforms
Strong experience with cloud-native architectures (Microsoft Azure preferred)
Experience with DevSecOps, CI/CD, Infrastructure-as-Code, containers, APIs, and enterprise integration
Demonstrated experience establishing engineering governance and software delivery standards
Strong understanding of enterprise architecture, application modernization, cloud technologies, and distributed systems
Experience managing technology budgets, vendors, and strategic investments
Knowledge of Agile, Scrum, SAFe, SDLC, and engineering operating models
Experience partnering with executive leadership and business stakeholders
Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks, application security, SOC 2, and secure software development
Excellent executive communication, organizational leadership, and change management skills.

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
a 401(k)-retirement savings plan
supplemental insurance options
company-paid life and AD&D insurance
company-paid short-term disability coverage
generous paid time off program