Director of Engineering, App (Remote)

Shipping and handling responsibilities:

• Partner with Product Management to develop internal and external roadmaps for App engineering
• Mentoring engineering managers and be a leader that leads with the Shippo values front and center
• Direct software development and delivery efforts for high-performing technology solutions
• Lead and influence the vision of the product through software design and architecture
• Establish a culture of Operational Excellence and System Ownership
• Drive delivery through clear plans and execution status
• Develop and enhance software to address complex business problems focusing on customer experience
• Foster innovation to support business growth and improve service levels by applying best practices
• Provide engineering leadership and collaborate with senior levels across the organization
• Contribute to developing methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for diverse projects
• Facilitate teams to create a highly collaborative environment

Requirements

• Deep technical knowledge with 10+ years of experience leading engineering teams and at least 5+ years leading engineering managers who are managing teams 
• Strong communication skills to guide senior levels and cross-functional teams and exceptional ability to lead cross-functional projects
• Expert knowledge of software languages and platforms such as Python,  Javascript and Go
• Experience managing monolithic and service based architectures
• Strategic thought leader and problem solver capable of developing creative solutions

Bonus

• Previous experience with Shipping products or App based services is a plus

What's in the Shippo package:

• Healthcare coverage for medical, dental, and vision (90% covered by the company, incl. dependents). Pets coverage is also available!
• Take-as-much-as-you-need vacation policy & flexible working 
• One week-long company wide winter shutdown 
• 3 Volunteer Days Off (VTOs)
• WFH stipend to set up your home office
• Charity donation match up to $100
• Dedicated programs, coaching, tools, and resources for your professional and career growth as well as an individual learning stipend for your personal and focused growth
• Fun team in person time through our Shippos Everywhere program which includes regular team and company off-sites throughout the year as well as local Shippos gatherings