Senior Director, Software Development

Open to remote candidates residing in the United States and Canada*

The Senior Director, Software Development oversees software development teams and deliverables. The Senior Director will also be involved in decisions relating to the architecture, design, and support for the applications.

This role will have greater influence and responsibility across the development team and be a mentor to the more junior directors.

This role will be directly responsible for managing, developing, and growing the teams that build and maintain VEHS SaaS platform.

This role will report directly to the VP of Software Development and have a direct impact on delivery of our software roadmap.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Tracking the pulse of multiple Agile Development Teams across multiple products within the Line of Business.
• Providing the resources and management to allow Development Teams to create their best work.
• Meeting Product and Organizational goals by consistently delivering better software to our clients.
• Managing team growth by watching trends in Product and client needs adding and training top talent.
• Working across the organization to provide Agile leadership and understanding.
• Clearly communicating the Product and Organizational expectations to the Development Teams and helping meet them.
• Clearing obstacles for Developer Teams so they focus on what they do best, delivering software and services.
• Working with Product teams to deliver on-time product updates and features.
• Providing technical and non-technical insights to keep parallel teams informed.
• Mentoring directors, managers and team members on approaches and defined processes along with advice on career pathing, time management, & development efficiency.

Minimum Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a Computer Science related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 12 years of relevant work experience to include :
• 8-10+ years managerial experience, including proven experience leading high-performing agile teams.
• 4-6+ years hands-on development experience.
• Knowledgeable in multiple programming languages and platforms with advanced knowledge of Java and SQL.
• Proven leadership driving business value and outcomes to deliver high quality, desirable software for customers.
• Excellent relationship building and interpersonal skills with proven ability to influence others.
• Ability to create an environment for honest and open discussion of all issues.
• Exceptional communication skills with proven ability to relate with both technical and business professionals.
• Experience with Agile development methodology (e.g., Scrum).
• A good understanding of the security processes, standards & issues involved in multi-tier cloud or hybrid applications.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• Understanding of the architectural principles of cloud-based platforms including SaaS, PaaS, multitenancy, multi-tiered infrastructure, etc.
• Understanding of all cloud offerings in the market and ability to discuss cloud architectures.
• Familiar with principles of network, application and information security.

VelocityEHS is the largest and fastest-growing environmental, health, safety (EHS) and sustainability software company in the world.

Relied on by more than 10 million users worldwide to drive operational excellence and achieve outstanding outcomes, VelocityEHS is the global leader in true SaaS enterprise EHS & ESG technology.

What are the benefits and perks of working at VelocityEHS?

• Generous time off programs.
• Medical / dental coverage, retirement (with employer match).
• Parental leave plans for all family types.
• Job shadowing programs and one-on-one coaching opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education, advanced degrees, and certifications.
• Remote-first and flexible work schedule to fit your family’s needs.
• Monthly stipend to make your home office more comfortable, productive, and successful.
• Corporate wellness and personalized preventative mental health care programs.
• Summer Fridays (Memorial Day through Labor Day enjoy a 6-hour workday every Friday).

We welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace. VelocityEHS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, veteran status, Indigenous / Native American status, or disability.

Headhunters and recruitment agencies may not submit resumes / CVs through this website or directly to managers. VelocityEHS does not accept unsolicited headhunters and agency resumes.

VelocityEHS will not pay fees to any third-party agency or company that does not have a signed agreement with VelocityEHS.

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