Director, Software Engineering (1139652)

About the role

We’re hiring a Director of Software Engineering to lead a high-impact team driving the next generation of cloud-based clearing systems. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll shape architecture, mentor top-tier engineers, and deliver highly scalable, event-driven solutions in a mission-critical environment. You’ll play a key role in a multi-year digital transformation initiative, modernizing systems that process massive volumes of financial transactions with speed, resilience, and precision.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and grow a team of 10+ engineers, driving performance, mentorship, and hiring
• Own delivery of complex, distributed systems across multiple domains
• Partner with architects and product leaders to define scalable, cloud-native solutions
• Drive modernization efforts including AWS migration, event-driven architecture, and performance optimization
• Champion engineering excellence across CI/CD, DevOps, and system reliability

What You Bring

• 8–10+ years building high-scale distributed systems
• Strong Java background (Java 8+) with deep understanding of OOP, multithreading, and system design
• Proven leadership experience managing 10+ engineers (including hiring, performance management, and mentorship)
• Experience leading transformation initiatives (cloud, microservices, modernization)
• Hands-on experience with Kafka or other event-streaming technologies
• Exposure to AWS and modern DevOps tooling (Kubernetes, Terraform, Jenkins, etc.)
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Nice to Have

• AWS certifications
• Experience with monitoring tools like Splunk, Prometheus, or AppDynamics
• Background in financial services or high-transaction environments

Why This Role?

This is a rare opportunity to lead at scale in a company that sits at the core of the financial markets. You’ll have executive visibility, a strong compensation package, and the ability to shape systems that truly matter. Ready to take the next step? Apply now or reach out directly to start a conversation.