AoPS is looking for a Software Engineering Director to lead multiple teams and shape technical strategy to build innovative educational products.
Requirements
- Strong technical skills, capable of performing at a Senior Engineer level
- Deep understanding of modern software development practices
- EdTech experience is a plus, but not required
Responsibilities
- Lead IC hiring, development, and retention while ensuring department-wide hiring consistency
- Align engineering execution with product strategy in partnership with the Senior Director of Product
- Prioritize resources and projects to maximize impact, manage risk, and meet strategic goals
- Ensure strong collaboration between engineering and product teams to deliver quality software on time
- Champion initiatives that enhance system reliability, security, and developer efficiency
- Track and optimize performance using engineering metrics and KPIs
- Guide teams through complex technical challenges with hands-on expertise
Other
- 5+ years in software engineering, including 2–3+ years leading engineering managers or team leads
- Proven success managing multiple teams across diverse products or features
- Track record of delivering complex projects and leading high-performing teams
- Excellent communicator and collaborative problem-solver
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field preferred
- Hybrid full-time position based at our headquarters in San Diego, CA
- Background check required
