10451 - Director, Engineering – Sales Applications

Key Responsibilities

• Lead strategy, delivery, and support for Dealer Portals, consumer websites, Warranty, Parts, and Sales applications.
• Develop application roadmaps aligned with business objectives and global technology strategy.
• Partner with business leaders to prioritize investments and drive digital transformation initiatives.
• Manage stakeholder relationships across Sales, Aftersales, Marketing, Dealer Operations, Warranty, Parts, and Digital functions.
• Oversee application portfolio performance, security, scalability, compliance, and service delivery.
• Establish technology, governance, standards, and development best practices.
• Lead application modernization, integration, and enterprise technology initiatives.
• Drive operational excellence through KPI management and continuous improvement.
• Resolve critical business and application issues impacting dealers, customers, and operations.
• Lead organizational planning, talent development, and team performance.
• Manage vendors, strategic partnerships, contracts, and service providers.
• Own departmental budgets, resource planning, and financial performance.
• Collaborate with Headquarters and global teams to ensure alignment and execution of enterprise initiatives.
• Oversee application lifecycle management, including enhancements, upgrades, and innovation efforts.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
• 15+ years of enterprise application and digital platform experience with 12+ years in IT leadership roles.
• Experience supporting Dealer Portals, consumer websites, Warranty, Parts, and Sales applications.
• Technical leadership experience across Java development, SAP S/4HANA, SAP development, and Salesforce development.
• Experience leading organizations utilizing AI-enabled SDLC practices, AWS/cloud technologies, and DevOps methodologies.
• Proven success leading application modernization, digital transformation, and enterprise technology initiatives.
• Experience managing application portfolios, vendors, and multimillion-dollar budgets.
• Strong governance, service delivery, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of application security, compliance, and operational best practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business Administration, or related discipline.
• Automotive industry experience supporting OEM, dealer, warranty, parts, or retail sales environments.
• Experience leading digital transformation and application modernization initiatives.
• Program and portfolio management certifications or equivalent experience.
• Experience supporting large-scale customer-facing web platforms and dealer ecosystem solutions.

Salary Range

Salary range: $235,620 to $336,930

Benefits Package

• Comprehensive medical/dental coverage
• Generous PTO
• Education assistance
• Annual merit increase eligibility

Team Culture

• Thrives on collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.
• Fosters a supportive environment where every member is encouraged to share ideas and contribute to problem-solving.
• Values: Passion for Technology, Agility, Teamwork, Growth, and Inclusivity.

About the Role

Website: http://www.haeaus.com

Role Overview: The Director, Engineering - Sales Applications is responsible for the strategic leadership, execution, and operational oversight of enterprise applications supporting Hyundai and Kia Dealer Portals, consumer-facing websites, Warranty systems, Parts systems, and other critical Sales and Aftersales platforms.