Software Development Director

Job Summary:

This is a key, strategic position that will lead the division responsible for building and enhancing Clearwater’s end-to-end asset management platform that simplifies the entire investment lifecycle for large, mid-size, and small firms.   The teams you lead are building the most modern and powerful SaaS Web & Cloud solution available.

Within the role, you will ensure team processes are understood, followed, and improved. You are responsible for developing and evaluating personnel to ensure efficient operation, continued growth, and positive employee engagement. You will also be responsible for ensuring the delivery of business goals assigned to the team.

Responsibilities:

• The individual is responsible for leading a technology team that develops software used by major technology firms, fixed income asset managers, and security traders on Wall Street.
• Lead and manage a team of 50+ Developers.
• Develop and implement software engineering strategies, policies, and procedures.
• Oversee the design, development, and maintenance of software systems.
• Ensure the delivery of high-quality software products on time and within budget.
• Collaborate with other departments (e.g., Product, Sales, Operations) to align engineering objectives with business goals.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement and innovation.
• Manage recruitment, retention, and professional development of engineering staff.
• Handle budgeting and resource allocation for the engineering department.
• Accountable for ensuring the team's success, growth, and productivity.
• Provide training, guidance, and mentorship to team members.

Required Skills:

• Strong technical background with hands-on experience in software development.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.  
• Experience with agile development methodologies.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with users, technical teams, and management to gather requirements, estimate tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Proficient in conflict resolution and driving consensus to achieve common goals within and across teams.
• Experienced in providing technical feedback and guidance on architecture, code review, and best practices.
• Proficient in working with relational and NoSQL databases
• Professional experience with Cloud Platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Professional experience with Java, Java Spring and React technologies.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions quickly.
• Fluency in French and English
• Experience managing a team of at least 30 developers
• Experience working with in-house and offshore development teams

Education and Experience:

• A bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
• Over 10 years of professional experience in software development and at least 5 years of experience in leading a development team.
• Has already had significant responsibilities (Architect, Director CTO...) within a software publisher developing technologically modern software