Director Software Engineering

Elsevier • Full-time • Hybrid in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States • $136,100 - $252,800 / year • 2w ago

Fast Facts

We are seeking a Director of Software Engineering to lead technology and development initiatives for a major software product, guiding a team towards efficient product delivery while maintaining architectural standards.

Responsibilities: Oversee technology resources, manage a development team, ensure architectural standards, and provide input to project planning; lead internal and offshore partners to meet complex business needs.

Skills: Expertise in programming languages such as Java, JavaScript, and .Net; strong knowledge of architectural principles; project management; and offshore collaboration.

Qualifications: Proven experience in large software systems, sourcing models, enterprise architecture, and agile methodologies; ability to lead test-driven development and adapt to new roles.

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Compensation: $136100 - $252800 / Annually

Are you looking for a technology leadership role whereby you can inspire others?

About the role - This position is responsible for all aspects of technology and development leadership for a major software product or system(s). This position sets the architectural standard for the workgroup as well as providing the team with day-to-day management and direction to accomplish on-time, efficient delivery of product development goals. Additionally, the position will also lead a development team to perform research, design, and software development assignments within a software functional area and provide direct input to project plans, schedules, and methodology in the development of cross-functional software products.

About the team- This team is building our next gen Patient Portal.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Lead internal and external technology resources an help them drive to succuss

• Successfully partner and lead large offshore resources in solving complex business needs.

• Perform reviews to ensure enterprise and architectural standards and processes are followed.

• Complete management responsibilities to include performance management, hiring, and coaching of staff.

• Utilize best practices and understands emerging trends.

• Write advanced complex code for computer systems and serve as a senior source of expertise.

• Manage system and user acceptance testing cycles to ensure accurate and quality business solutions.

• Lead the development of technical standards, and perform reviews to ensure enterprise and architectural standards and processes are followed.

• Serve as a primary technical point of contact for external technology resources.

• Recommend technical strategy and direction across functional area.

• Participate in development and evolution of architecture.

• Consult with stakeholders to find alternative work-arounds during system outages.

• Provide design input across a product.

• Work directly with customers and end users.

• Serve as acknowledged “go to” person on coding and technical issues.

Requirements

• Key experience and proven competencies in technologies associated with responsibilities.

• Knowledge of large complex systems.

• Expertise in development languages including but not limited to: Java/J2EE, JavaScript, JSP, C/C++, HTML, XML, SQL, Windows, UNIX, and .Net.

Proven experience utilizing Alternative Sourcing Models.

• Strong knowledge of architectural principles.

• Proven ability to leverage technical metrics to drive effective business decisions.

• Proven expert in partnering with and leading internal and external technology resources in solving complex business needs.

• Expertise and proven experience in both Managed Services and Staff Augmentation models.

• Strong proficiency in database technology, design and manipulation, optimization, best practices, and leading industry trend knowledge.

• Knowledge in normalized/dimensional data modeling principles and their application to complex business needs.

• Expertise in techniques for design and code reviews of offshore technical proposals.

• Proven knowledge and experience in project planning and management tools to manage project progress, budget, and scope.

• Experience in code reviews and development approaches.

• Expertise in industry best practices in offshore partnership development.

• Proven ability to lead test-driven development and maintenance.

• Industrywide or broad companywide technical knowledge.

• Specialized coding skills.

• Proven ability to adapt to new roles and responsibilities.

• Software development process expert in applicable methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).

• Expertise in industry technology language development trends.

• Expert knowledge of multiple data storage subsystems.

Elsevier is a renowned global information analytics company that primarily focuses on providing scientific, technical, and medical (STM) research content, tools, and services. It is one of the largest publishers of academic journals and scholarly literature in the world.

Elsevier operates in various domains, including science, technology, medicine, social sciences, and more. They publish a vast number of peer-reviewed journals covering a wide range of disciplines. These journals act as platforms for researchers and academics to share their findings and contribute to the advancement of knowledge in their respective fields.

In addition to publishing, Elsevier offers a suite of digital solutions and services to support researchers, scientists, and professionals in their work. They provide online platforms like ScienceDirect, Scopus, and Mendeley, which offer access to a vast repository of scholarly articles, research papers, and other scientific content. These platforms often serve as essential resources for software developers seeking to stay updated with the latest scientific advancements.

U.S. National Base Pay Range: $136,100 - $252,800. Geographic differentials may apply in some locations to better reflect local market rates. This job is eligible for an annual incentive bonus.

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