Program Director

 Strategic Planning Develop and execute the software development strategy in alignment with the company's vision and objectives. Identify opportunities for technological advancements and improvements.
 Leadership Lead, mentor, and manage a team of software managers, developers, and engineers. Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
 Project Oversight Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of software projects. Ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.
 Technical Expertise Provide high-level technical guidance and direction. Ensure the adoption of best practices in software design, development, and testing.
 Collaboration Work closely with executives, product managers, and other stakeholders to define project requirements and priorities. Ensure alignment of software projects with business goals.
Process ImprovementContinuously improve development processes, methodologies, and tools to enhance efficiency, quality, and team performance. Budget Management Develop and manage the software development budget. Ensure optimal allocation of resources and cost-effectiveness.
 Risk Management Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project success. Address technical challenges and resolve issues promptly.
 Innovation Drive innovation and stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends. Evaluate and implement new tools, technologies, and processes to improve software development.
Required education Bachelor's Degree Required technical and professional expertise * 20+ years of experience in managing software development teams* Develop and implement the overall technology strategy and vision in alignment with the organization’s business objectives.* Partner with senior leadership to drive strategic initiatives, technology roadmaps, and long-term planning.* Lead and manage multiple software development teams, including hiring, training, and mentoring engineering managers and senior developers.* Foster a culture of excellence, innovation, and collaboration across teams.* Provide high-level technical guidance on software architecture, design, and best practices.* Manage cross-team dependencies, resource allocation, and risk mitigation strategies to ensure successful project outcomes.* Basic understanding Security & Compliance Preferred technical and professional experience * Cloud development* Basic understanding of Networking Concepts* Basic understanding of Kubernetes and Microservices development