Director, Engineering

Who we are:

Hi, we’re SambaSafety and we offer the industry’s most comprehensive driver monitoring software. Our mission is promoting safer communities by reducing risk through data insights. Companies trust SambaSafety to keep their employees safe on the roads, price and reduce risk, help protect their brand, their bottom line, and our global community. 

We’ve built an inclusive, supportive, and exceptional culture where every employee is empowered in their role. Don’t take our word for it;  we’ve been recognized as a Top Workplace  by The Denver Post, Albuquerque Journal, Sacramento Bee, and Built In Colorado. And our employees rate SambaSafety as top-notch, with a rock solid Top Rating on Glassdoor.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead and manage a team of software engineers, helping to build a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee the design, development, and deployment of high-performance, scalable software solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management, QA and operations, to ensure alignment and successful project delivery.
• Define and implement best practices for software development, including coding standards, code reviews, and testing methodologies.
• Drive the adoption of modern technologies and architectures to enhance the performance, reliability, and scalability of our software products.
• Mentor and coach team members, providing guidance on technical and career development.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of software projects.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies, and evaluate their potential impact on our software development processes.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience (10+ years) in software engineering, with a strong background in Java.
• Experience with Apache Kafka ideal but not required.
• Demonstrated leadership experience, with a track record of successfully managing and scaling engineering teams.
• In-depth knowledge of software development methodologies, including Agile and DevOps practices.
• Strong understanding of distributed systems, microservices architecture, and real-time data processing.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound technical decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.

Benefits and Perks:

• Flexible and generous Paid Time Off and Paid Volunteer Days
• 401k Employer Match 
• Generous Healthcare Benefits 
• Up to 12 weeks paid time off for maternity leave based on tenure
• Wellness &Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Work Arrangements
• Lots of SambaSafety swag & SambaSafety Events 

Our team of talented and committed safety professionals is exceptional. At SambaSafety we strive to foster an inclusive culture that supports, encourages and celebrates a wide array of diversity. We are committed to create a space where all employees can show up as their authentic selves every day, and we work to advance employee equality, diversity and inclusion.

SambaSafety provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity, and expression or genetics.

Come join us to find out for yourself what all the excitement is about!