Remote Director of Software Development

Overview

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Remote Director of Software Development. In this pivotal role, you will lead the technical vision, innovation strategy, and engineering execution for next-generation cloud software products. Your impact will be felt across all R&D initiatives, ensuring that software development, architecture, and AI-driven automation align with strategic, financial, and customer objectives. By translating business strategy into high-performing technology platforms, you will contribute to measurable ROI and a sustainable competitive advantage, partnering closely with various teams to enhance operational capabilities and customer outcomes.

In Short

• Define and lead the long-term R&D vision and technical roadmap aligned with company goals.
• Architect a scalable, secure, and modern SaaS platform to support continuous innovation.
• Drive evaluation and adoption of emerging technologies for differentiated product value.
• Ensure all major technology investments are justified by measurable ROI.
• Partner with Product to align technology strategy with product vision and revenue goals.
• Lead engineering disciplines focusing on performance, quality, and scalability.
• Deliver roadmap commitments on time while maintaining technical quality.
• Implement agile delivery frameworks for enhanced transparency and collaboration.
• Establish engineering performance metrics and continuously improve against them.
• Build and mentor a high-performing R&D organization capable of delivering innovation.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 5 years leading R&D teams.
• Proven success in managing large-scale development initiatives.
• Expertise in modern cloud architectures, DevOps, and AI/ML implementation.
• Ability to align technology strategy with business and financial goals.
• Track record of scaling engineering teams and implementing process excellence.
• Strong executive communication and cross-functional leadership skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range: $130,000 - $150,000 CAD.
• Opportunity to lead a high-impact R&D organization.
• Work in a dynamic and innovative technology environment.
• Flexible remote working arrangements.
• Continuous learning and development opportunities.