Senior Director of Engineering - Remote

Overview

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Director of Engineering in Latin America. As a Senior Director of Engineering, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the technical vision and strategy across multiple engineering teams. You will lead and mentor managers, drive cross-functional initiatives, and ensure alignment between technical roadmaps and business objectives. This role requires a blend of deep technical expertise, leadership acumen, and strategic foresight to scale engineering practices and deliver high-impact solutions. You will be instrumental in fostering a culture of innovation, operational excellence, and continuous improvement while managing resources, budgets, and complex project priorities. The position offers the opportunity to influence long-term technical strategy, mentor emerging leaders, and make a measurable impact on product quality and organizational growth in a fast-paced, remote-first environment.

In Short

• Lead and manage multiple high-performing engineering teams, promoting collaboration, ownership, and technical excellence.
• Oversee hiring, performance reviews, and career development for engineers and engineering managers, ensuring clear growth paths and effective mentorship.
• Drive cross-team projects, resolving dependencies and strategic roadblocks to maintain momentum on large-scale initiatives.
• Align technical roadmaps with business objectives, identifying opportunities to scale processes and improve efficiency.
• Define, monitor, and report key performance metrics for engineering teams to inform strategic decisions.
• Develop and execute technical strategy to ensure long-term system scalability, reliability, and innovation.
• Anticipate and proactively address architectural and organizational challenges, providing guidance while empowering teams to solve problems independently.
• Manage budgets, headcount planning, and resource allocation to optimize departmental performance.

Requirements

• Strong leadership skills with experience in managing engineering teams.
• Proven track record in developing technical strategies and aligning them with business goals.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in budget management and resource allocation.
• Ability to mentor and develop engineering talent.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to navigate complex challenges.

Benefits

• Opportunity to influence long-term technical strategy.
• Work in a fast-paced, remote-first environment.
• Mentorship opportunities for emerging leaders.
• Make a measurable impact on product quality and organizational growth.