Director of Engineering

The role:

We are seeking an innovative and experienced diversity tech leader to take on the role of Director of Engineering in REA Cyber City, a key member of the REA CC tech leadership team. In this leadership role, you will be responsible for building world-class engineering teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation, and delivering high-quality solutions that drive significant business value.

You will also be a member of REA Group’s tech leadership community, collaborating closely with local and Australia-based senior leaders to shape the future of REA Cyber City

Responsibilities:

Engineering Leadership:

• Cultivate Continuous Improvement (CI) culture
• Fostering a constant flow of ideas for innovation in both business processes and engineering delivery.
• Champion an engineering culture that prioritizes collaboration and technical excellence.
• Oversee the internal and external quality of deliverables across the portfolio of work, ensuring smooth and efficient execution.
• Guide the team in identifying and leveraging appropriate emerging technologies to drive business value.
• Establish and maintain high engineering standards and governance practices.

Talent Development & Capability Building:

• Proactively build and strengthen the engineering, delivery, and technical capabilities of REA Cyber City.
• Develop capabilities to establish Centers of Excellence while working closely with leadership.
• Lead community outreach and mentorship initiatives within the local tech community.
• Foster collaborative internal communities for knowledge sharing.
• Drive cross-pollination of ideas and practices across Cyber City squads
• Actively mentor and develop tech leads within REA Cyber City, empowering them to become future leaders.

People Leadership & Growth:

• Collaborate with the Head of Technology to define and implement clear career paths and growth opportunities for the team.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and career development conversations with team members.
• Work closely with the REA Cyber City engineering leadership team to accelerate towards the center’s long-term purpose as a hub for engineering excellence, emerging technologies, and innovation.

About you:

An experienced technologist and leader with a 15+ years of experience along with robust background in engineering management, you'll be instrumental in steering complex systems and propelling organizational success. You possess proven abilities in fostering a collaborative and innovative team culture, engaging effectively with senior stakeholders, and driving technical excellence.

nurturing team growth and removing obstacles

Your empathetic approach to communication and change management supports and guides stakeholders and squads through their Cyber City journey, ensuring alignment and success. Your ability to communicate effectively across various levels of the engineering organization plays a vital role in managing these transitions and fostering a cohesive environment for both progress and innovation.