Senior Director of Software Engineering - US Based Remote Opportunity

ABOUT US
Do you have a passion for higher education? Do you want to make a positive impact on the college admissions process? Our staff help to remove barriers and encourage students to forge their path to a better future. Common App is a national not-for-profit organization dedicated to the pursuit of access, equity, and integrity in the college admission process. Each year we support more than 1 million students, one-third of whom are first-generation, as they apply to our more than 1000 diverse member colleges & universities using the Common App's free online application.
If you are an experienced Sr. Director of Software Engineering professional and want to be part of a mission-driven non-profit that uses innovative technology to advance the college admission process, Common App may be a great match for you. Common App is currently searching for a Sr. Director of Software Engineering.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Senior Director of Software Engineering will oversee the software delivery practice, providing leadership and direction to software engineering teams to ensure the successful execution of technology projects and strategic initiatives critical to Common App. Supporting the SVP of Technology Services, this role guides a team of Directors and leads the adoption of robust engineering practices to develop high-quality solutions.
The Senior Director of Software Engineering is a mission-driven individual passionate about solving challenges in postsecondary education. They will partner with product strategy, constituent engagement, technical services, and other areas of the organization to define and develop software and technical solutions in existing and new services.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS
This role requires:
Candidates must live in the United States.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
10+ years of software engineering experience.
8+ years of leadership experience in managing large engineering teams and delivering enterprise-scale projects.
Experience with budget management and strategic planning within a technology department.
Exceptional leadership skills to set direction and enable strong collaboration across functional areas.
Strong organizational and management skills, preferably in a collaborative, team environment.
Proven experience in managing large-scale software development projects, particularly in cloud environments such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
Expertise in software engineering best practices, including microservices, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and API-driven development.
Proven experience with DevOps practices and site reliability engineering principles to ensure system scalability and reliability.
Demonstrated experience leading teams through digital transformation initiatives, particularly with legacy system modernization efforts.
Exceptional background in Agile methodologies and continuous delivery practices.
Advanced interpersonal, problem-solving, and communication skills, with a focus on team collaboration and influencing stakeholders
The ideal candidate will possess:
Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
Previous experience in higher education, education technology or college admissions and enrollment.
A passion for higher education is a plus.
PAY RANGE
$178,188 - $200,461
Benefits
Common App is a virtual first environment. We value our employees' time and efforts. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by our competitive salary and an extensive benefits package including:
Work-Life balance
Virtual-first office
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Seven company-wide holidays
Nine floating holidays*
Sick leave
Monthly mental health day
• floating holidays prorated depending on start date
Virtual-first support
Choice of PC of MAC laptop
May choose an external monitor, keyboard, mouse, and/or headset
One-time office set-up stipend
Monthly remote work stipend
Monthly mobile stipend
Financial security
Market-based salaries
Performance-based bonus
403(b) retirement plan
5% company contribution
additional 5% company match
3-year vesting schedule
Participation may begin immediately
Health & wellness
Choice of two health insurance plans
Health Savings Account, depending on health plan selection
Medical Flexible Savings Account, depending on health plan selection
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Insurance coverage begins on the date of hire
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Maven virtual clinic for women's and family health
Company provided life and ad&d insurance
Opportunity to purchase additional life insurance for self, spouse, and dependents
Company provided short and long-term disability insurance
Career development
Budgeted annual funds for professional development
Growth opportunities within the company
Additional perks
Mutual of Omaha Employee Assistance Program
Mutual of Omaha will preparation services
Mutual of Omaha travel assistance
Payroll dedication pet insurance through PinPaws
1Password family account
We work to maintain the best possible environment for our staff, where people can learn and grow. We strive to provide a diverse, collaborative, team-oriented, creative environment where each person feels encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning, and culture.
HOW DO I APPLY
To apply for this opportunity, send your resume and cover letter with salary expectations.