Director, Engineering

About the Role

The Director, Engineering is responsible for overseeing the design, architecture, and delivery of high-quality software solutions. The scope of this role includes leading a team of engineers and technical experts, driving both technical and operational success, and fostering a collaborative and results-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and inspire multiple engineering teams by fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
• Work with senior leadership to define the long-term technical vision and roadmap, aligning engineering objectives with company-wide goals to ensure teams’ work directly contributes to business success.
• Influence business leaders on key initiatives and projects, create strategic proposals to gain approval for execution, and oversee the execution of major technical initiatives to ensure timely, high-quality delivery.
• Collaborate with solution management, design, and other departments to align on goals, solution features, and timelines, delivering cohesive and scalable solutions.
• Identify and mitigate risks in both technical and operational areas, ensuring engineering teams are prepared for unforeseen challenges and have the necessary support to overcome obstacles.
• Act as a key point of contact between engineering teams and executive leadership, communicating project status, risks, and successes, and providing insights into technical decisions and their potential business impact.
• Provide direction to engineering managers and senior engineers to support their growth and drive team performance.
• Leverage AI tools and platforms as an integral part of daily responsibilities to enhance decision-making, streamline workflows, and drive data-informed outcomes.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent work experience.
• 4–5 years of related work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Healthcare industry experience.

Job Expectations

• Willing to work additional or irregular hours as needed.
• Must work in accordance with applicable security policies and procedures to safeguard company and client information.
• Must be able to sit and view a computer screen for extended periods of time.

About WellSky

WellSky is where independent thinking and collaboration come together to create an authentic culture. We thrive on innovation, inclusiveness, and cohesive perspectives. At WellSky, you can make a difference.

Benefits

• Excellent medical with Rx, dental, and vision benefits.
• Mental health support through EAP.
• Generous paid time off, plus 13 paid holidays.
• 100% vested 401(K) retirement plans.
• Educational assistance up to $2500 per year.

WellSky provides equal employment opportunities to all people without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition, genetic information, military service, veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law. WellSky is proud to be a drug-free workplace. Applicants for U.S.-based positions with WellSky must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Certain client-facing positions may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunizations and occupational health mandates.