Director, Software Engineering
Are you ready to own something big? Automox is turning IT admins into IT heroes by replacing traditional tools with our award winning cloud-native endpoint management platform. Our product works autonomously and so do our teams. We value a ‘one team’ mentality where everyone’s unique skills contribute to an environment that encourages collaboration and ownership. At Automox you’re enabled to do your best work, grow your career, and have an impact that will be noticeable. WE ARE A_TOMOX… all that’s missing is U!
OVERVIEW
We're seeking an experienced Director of Software Engineering to lead and scale our engineering organization during a period of rapid growth. As a key member of our leadership team, you'll help shape the technical strategy while building and mentoring high-performing engineering teams that manage our cloud-native platform serving over 1 million connected devices.
The right candidate will drive technical excellence while fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. They'll be responsible for leading multiple engineering teams, defining technical strategy, and ensuring successful delivery of our SaaS products at scale.
TECH STACK
* Cloud-native architecture built on AWS services
* Microservices architecture handling millions of concurrent device connections
* Event-driven system utilizing Apache Kafka for real-time data processing
* Backend services written in Go and Java
* Frontend applications built with TypeScript and Vue.js
* Large-scale device management via custom software agent
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
* Provide technical and organizational leadership to multiple engineering teams, including managers and individual contributors
* Drive architectural decisions and technology choices that enable rapid, sustainable growth
* Scale our microservices architecture to handle increasing device loads and data processing requirements
* Develop and implement engineering processes, best practices, and quality standards
* Lead recruitment, retention, and professional development initiatives for the engineering organization
* Manage resource allocation, capacity planning, and engineering operations
* Collaborate with Product, Design, and other stakeholders to drive product development and innovation
* Guide teams through organizational changes while maintaining productivity and morale
* Define and track key engineering metrics
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
* 10+ years of software engineering experience, with 7+ years in engineering management roles
* Proven track record of leading and scaling engineering teams in fast-growing technology companies
* Experience with cloud-native architectures and AWS services
* Demonstrated success scaling microservices architectures handling high-volume data processing
* Experience with at least two of our core technologies: Go, Java, TypeScript, or Eventing systems like Kafka
* Background in building and maintaining large-scale distributed systems
* Excellence in recruiting, developing, and retaining engineering talent
* Track record of successful delivery of complex SaaS products
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to influence across all levels
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience)
NICE TO HAVES
* Experience with IoT platforms or device management systems
* Expertise in event-driven architectures and message queuing systems
* Background in real-time data processing and analytics
* History of implementing successful engineering processes and methodologies
* Experience managing distributed/remote engineering teams
LOCATION
We are a fully distributed company with remote employees in concentrated areas across the United States working from their home office.
***Note: We currently don't hire in California or New York metro***
EMPLOYMENT AT AUTOMOX
✅ Must be able to pass a federal, state, county background check
✅ Complete a local in-person verification
TOTAL REWARDS: Thrive with Us
Beyond the Status Quo
🇺🇸 Work from almost anywhere in the USA***
💵Competitive Salary
📈Equity for Full-Time Employees
🏦 401K Match
🏝Flexible PTO, generous sick time policy
👋🏽$20 a month to connect virtually with colleagues
Health & Wellness
🩺 Comprehensive Health Plans with generous employer contributions
🩺100% Company-paid Short Term/Long Term Disability and Life Insurance
🩺 Company HSA Contribution: $100-$150-$200 per month based on tier
🩺 Gender Affirmation Coverage
Happiness & Well-Being
🎁 $50 per month Lifestyle Spending Account
💻 Internet Reimbursement - $50/month
🗄 $750 Home office stipend
👨👧👦 $10k Adoption Benefit
🤰🏽Comprehensive Family Planning Coverage
We are committed to an inclusive and diverse company. Automox is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any legally protected status.
We are not able to sponsor work visas for this position at this time.
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The salary range listed is the base pay range for this position. In addition, the total compensation package includes bonus, equity and benefits. Actual earnings may be less or more depending on a candidate's direct experience, skills, industry knowledge, and location.
Compensation
$215,000 - $270,000 USD
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