Salary
💰 $186,500 - $262,500 per year
About the role
- Responsible for leading a multi-dimensional engineering team overseeing the full software development life cycle of Palmetto Finance LightReach platform
- Lead and manage a team of engineers and related personnel, overseeing planning, development, and execution of critical projects with strategic and operational focus
- Develop strategic plans for the engineering department to ensure alignment with company business objectives and market competitiveness
- Foster innovation and streamline engineering processes to enhance productivity and efficiency
- Collaborate cross-functionally with product management, design, and other departments to define technical requirements and ensure on-time delivery within budget
- Mentor and develop team members, providing guidance on technical and career growth and promoting an inclusive, high-performance culture
- Maintain high standards of software quality via best practices, code reviews, and process improvements to ensure scalability, stability, and reliability
- Analyze and improve the efficiency, scalability, and stability of system resources
- Manage and optimize infrastructure assets to satisfy internal financial targets while delivering technical excellence
- Provide leadership in technical discussions and ensure solutions align with organizational goals
- Report operational status and team progress to executive management, providing insight into successes and opportunities for growth
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (Master’s preferred)
- 3-5+ years of engineering experience, with at least 2-3 years in a leadership role managing technical teams
- Strong technical acumen with experience designing and consuming RESTful APIs
- Recognized technical expertise in at least one discipline (e.g., MERN stack), with proficiency in multiple technologies and awareness of industry best practices
- Proven track record of leading the delivery of large-scale engineering projects and aligning engineering efforts with strategic business needs
- Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and management skills
- Ability to think strategically and to lead advanced technical personnel
- Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into technical requirements
- Demonstrable ability to motivate, support, and understand different engineering teams and individuals
- Excellent project management skills, with a strong ability to prioritize, manage multiple tasks, and ensure team alignment with business objectives
- Familiarity with industry standards and technology landscape, including competitors and market trends