Hybrid Director, Software Engineering – Product

at Ambient Security

• Job title: Director, Software Engineering – Product
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Lead
• Salary: $176,000 - $220,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Redwood City, United States

About the role

• Director of Software Engineering leading product development teams at Ambient.ai. Driving growth strategy with a focus on quality and experience in physical security solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the current product engineering team, which includes front-end, Mobile, and backend developers
• Design, guide, and vet systems design within the scope of the broader area related to product development
• Scale the current team, hire and onboard new team members, and develop a high-performing team of software engineers
• Be highly technical, a hands-on coder, and an effective people coach
• Ensure high technical standards by instituting processes (architecture reviews, testing) and culture (engineering excellence)
• Give your team the tools, context, confidence, and motivation to make decisions effectively and independently
• People management: Set clear expectations with individuals based on their level and role, while meeting regularly with individuals to discuss performance and development, and provide feedback and coaching

Requirements

• 4+ years of engineering management experience with a proven ability to build awesome, high-performing teams and lead complex technical initiatives
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical degree
• Experience driving architecture and product decisions, and shipping products with consistent execution
• Proficient in full-stack design principles and able to lead code architecture and implementation decisions
• Comfortable coaching team members with different skill sets and technical areas of focus and expertise
• Understands and has led agile software development and management
• Organized and thrive in fast-paced environments.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health + welfare package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, EAP, Legal Services, 401k plan)
• Regular Full-time employees receive stock options for the opportunity to share ownership in the success of our company
• We offer flexible time off to rest and recharge, including Winter Break (time off between Christmas and New Year’s for most roles depending on customer demand)
• The latest tech and awesome swag will be delivered to your door
• Enjoy a full range of opportunities to connect with your awesome co-workers.