Director Software Development

Role Overview: We are seeking a dynamic and visionary Technical Director to lead, inspire, and scale a team of talented engineers. Your role will involve managing 25+ engineers, fostering a culture of autonomy, ownership, and excellence. As the Technical Director, you will be at the core of product innovation, driving technical excellence, and empowering engineers to deliver high-quality software solutions in the storage and infrastructure domain. Key Responsibilities: - Lead the end-to-end development lifecycle for DataCore's flagship products SANsymphony and OpenEBS, ensuring timely delivery of robust, scalable solutions. - Directly manage and mentor 25+ engineers in a flat structure, balancing hands-on technical leadership with strategic direction. - Provide architectural and technical guidance, review designs and code, and champion modern engineering approaches across the team. - Build and nurture a high-performing engineering culture through mentorship, performance management, and professional development. - Inspire innovation through proof-of-concepts, design exploration, and technical deep dives while maintaining a close connection to the codebase. - Partner with cross-functional teams to drive seamless product delivery. - Champion engineering excellence by establishing quality standards, driving automation, and strengthening DevOps practices. - Scale the team through strategic hiring and developing diverse talent. - Define and execute a multi-year technical strategy and roadmap for storage products. - Communicate progress, risks, and solutions effectively to senior leadership and stakeholders. Qualifications Required: - 20+ years of software engineering experience, including 8+ years in engineering leadership. - Strong background in software-defined storage with hands-on experience in block storage technologies. - Proficiency in functional languages (C, Golang, Rust) and at least one OO language. - Knowledge of system-level concepts, including SCSI, NVMe, containers, and Kubernetes-based architectures. - Experience managing large teams without intermediate management layers. - Bachelor's/Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. Additional Details: DataCore's flagship products, SANsymphony and OpenEBS, serve mission-critical workloads globally. Working at DataCore offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of storage technology in a flat, collaborative structure that values technical excellence and individual ownership. If you are passionate about technology and hands-on leadership, and excited about scaling teams in flat structures, this role is perfect for you.,