Director of Software Development
Top Benefits
About the role
Position: Director of Software Development
Our client is seeking an experienced and visionary technology leader to oversee software engineering, quality assurance, data engineering, and the integration of enterprise SaaS platforms. This role will be responsible for shaping technical strategy, building high-performing teams, and delivering secure, scalable solutions in a regulated technology environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor, and grow engineering, QA, and data-focused teams.
- Develop and implement a technology roadmap aligned with business and product goals.
- Manage the complete software development lifecycle to ensure performance, reliability, and compliance.
- Establish and maintain strong quality assurance practices, including automation and performance testing.
- Evaluate, select, and oversee integrations of third-party SaaS platforms (e.g., CRM systems, payment processors, compliance tools).
- Ensure seamless integration of SaaS solutions with internal systems and data pipelines, maintaining security and privacy standards.
- Oversee the evolution of data warehouse infrastructure and analytics platforms to support business intelligence and reporting.
- Implement effective data governance and integration strategies using modern technologies.
- Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to define technical requirements and priorities.
- Promote engineering best practices, including code quality, agile methodologies, DevOps, and scalability.
- Lead solution architecture for software, data platforms, and integrations.
- Stay informed on emerging technologies, trends, and tools to guide strategic decision-making.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
- 10+ years of software development experience, with at least 4 years in a senior leadership role.
- Proven track record in managing technology teams in a regulated or fintech-related environment.
- Hands-on experience with large-scale SaaS integrations and third-party platform adoption.
- Background with modern data warehouse and analytics platforms (e.g., cloud-based solutions).
- Experience building web and mobile applications using contemporary frameworks and databases.
- Strong knowledge of QA practices, automation tools, cloud-native architectures, and CI/CD pipelines.
- Familiarity with platform-as-a-service (PaaS) development environments.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Understanding of compliance, security, and risk management in regulated industries.
About Our Client
Our client is a long-standing, mission-driven organization with decades of experience serving customers in the education, financial services, or related sectors. They are dedicated to delivering solutions that empower individuals to achieve their long-term goals. Their culture values innovation, collaboration, and customer-centric thinking.
They operate in a hybrid work environment, combining remote flexibility with in-person collaboration. The balance of in-office and remote work depends on role requirements and leadership guidance.
If you are a results-driven technology leader with a passion for building impactful products and teams, we encourage you to apply.
About isgSearch
isgSearch is a leading North American recruitment firm specializing in finding top permanent and contract talent in IT, Finance, Accounting, and Engineering. Whether you’re a people manager looking for your next star team member or a job seeker out to find your best employer yet, we’re here to serve you with an exceptional staffing experience.
Director of Software Development
Top Benefits
About the role
Position: Director of Software Development
Our client is seeking an experienced and visionary technology leader to oversee software engineering, quality assurance, data engineering, and the integration of enterprise SaaS platforms. This role will be responsible for shaping technical strategy, building high-performing teams, and delivering secure, scalable solutions in a regulated technology environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor, and grow engineering, QA, and data-focused teams.
- Develop and implement a technology roadmap aligned with business and product goals.
- Manage the complete software development lifecycle to ensure performance, reliability, and compliance.
- Establish and maintain strong quality assurance practices, including automation and performance testing.
- Evaluate, select, and oversee integrations of third-party SaaS platforms (e.g., CRM systems, payment processors, compliance tools).
- Ensure seamless integration of SaaS solutions with internal systems and data pipelines, maintaining security and privacy standards.
- Oversee the evolution of data warehouse infrastructure and analytics platforms to support business intelligence and reporting.
- Implement effective data governance and integration strategies using modern technologies.
- Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to define technical requirements and priorities.
- Promote engineering best practices, including code quality, agile methodologies, DevOps, and scalability.
- Lead solution architecture for software, data platforms, and integrations.
- Stay informed on emerging technologies, trends, and tools to guide strategic decision-making.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
- 10+ years of software development experience, with at least 4 years in a senior leadership role.
- Proven track record in managing technology teams in a regulated or fintech-related environment.
- Hands-on experience with large-scale SaaS integrations and third-party platform adoption.
- Background with modern data warehouse and analytics platforms (e.g., cloud-based solutions).
- Experience building web and mobile applications using contemporary frameworks and databases.
- Strong knowledge of QA practices, automation tools, cloud-native architectures, and CI/CD pipelines.
- Familiarity with platform-as-a-service (PaaS) development environments.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Understanding of compliance, security, and risk management in regulated industries.
About Our Client
Our client is a long-standing, mission-driven organization with decades of experience serving customers in the education, financial services, or related sectors. They are dedicated to delivering solutions that empower individuals to achieve their long-term goals. Their culture values innovation, collaboration, and customer-centric thinking.
They operate in a hybrid work environment, combining remote flexibility with in-person collaboration. The balance of in-office and remote work depends on role requirements and leadership guidance.
If you are a results-driven technology leader with a passion for building impactful products and teams, we encourage you to apply.
About isgSearch
isgSearch is a leading North American recruitment firm specializing in finding top permanent and contract talent in IT, Finance, Accounting, and Engineering. Whether you’re a people manager looking for your next star team member or a job seeker out to find your best employer yet, we’re here to serve you with an exceptional staffing experience.