Senior Director, Software Development - Chicago, United States - VelocityEHS

Description

The Opportunity:

Open to remote candidates residing in the United States and CanadaThe Senior Director, Software Development oversees software development teams and deliverables.

The Senior Director will also be involved in decisions relating to the architecture, design, and support for the applications.

This role will have greater influence and responsibility across the development team and be a mentor to the more junior directors.

This role will be directly responsible for managing, developing, and growing the teams that build and maintain VEHS SaaS platform.

This role will report directly to the VP of Software Development and have a direct impact on delivery of our software roadmap.

Primary Duties and ResponsibilitiesTracking the pulse of multiple Agile Development Teams across multiple products within the Line of Business.
Providing the resources and management to allow Development Teams to create their best work.
Meeting Product and Organizational goals by consistently delivering better software to our clients.
Manages team growth by watching trends in Product and client needs - adding and training top talent.

Works across the organization to provide Agile leadership and understandingClearly communicate the Product and Organizational expectations to the Development Teams and helps meet them.

Clears the obstacles for Developer Teams so they focus on what they do best, delivering software and services.
Works with Product teams to deliver on-time product updates and features.
Provides technical and non-technical look behind the curtain to keep parallel teams informed.

Mentors directors, managers and team members on approaches and defined processes along with advice on career pathing, time management, & development efficiencyMinimum Skills and QualificationsBachelors degree in a Computer Science related field, or equivalent experienceMinimum 12 years of relevant work experience to include:

8-10+ years managerial experience, including proven experience leading high-performing agile teams4-6+ years hands-on development experienceKnowledgeable in multiple programming languages and platforms with advanced knowledge of Java and SQLProven leadership driving business value and outcomes to deliver high quality, desirable software for customersExcellent relationship building and interpersonal skills with proven ability to influence others.

Ability to create an environment for honest and open discussion of all issues. You involve the right people from your team and others, to resolve critical issues.
Exceptional communication skills with proven ability to relate with both technical and business professionals.

Experience with Agile development methodology (e.g., Scrum)A good understanding of the security processes, standards & issues involved in multi-tier cloud or hybrid applicationsPreferred Skills and QualificationsUnderstanding of the architectural principles of cloud-based platforms including SaaS, PaaS, multitenancy, multi-tiered infrastructure, etc.

Understanding of all cloud offerings in the market and ability to discuss cloud architecturesFamiliar with principles of network, application and information securityExperience with KafkaExperience with GraphQLWho is VelocityEHS?VelocityEHS is the largest and fastest-growing environmental, health, safety (EHS) and sustainability software company in the world.

Relied on by more than 10 million users worldwide to drive operational excellence and achieve outstanding outcomes, VelocityEHS is the global leader in true SaaS enterprise EHS & ESG technology.

The VelocityEHS Accelerate Platform is the definitive gold-standard, delivering best-in-class solutions for managing ESG, Safety, Industrial Ergonomics, Control of Work, Health, Operational Risk and Environmental Compliance.

Our customers include the worlds most esteemed Fortune 1000 corporations.

From manufacturing to food & beverage, from chemicals to pharmaceuticals, weve worked with them at every level, from the boardroom to the shop floor.

We still operate with the same start-up mentality that has made us the leading cloud EHS company and offer each and every employee the opportunity to grow and reach their full potential.

What are the benefits and perks of working at VelocityEHS? You and your loved ones will be supported with a competitive and comprehensive benefits package.

Below are some highlights, or you can review all our perks and benefits by visiting our career pageGenerous time off programsMedical/dental coverage, retirement (with employer match)Parental leave plans for all family typesJob shadowing programs and one-on-one coaching opportunitiesTuition reimbursement for continuing education, advanced degrees, and certificationsRemote-first and flexible work schedule to fit your familys needsMonthly stipend to make your home office more comfortable, productive, and successfulCorporate wellness and personalized preventative mental health care programsWe welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace.

VelocityEHS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, veteran status, Indigenous/Native American status, or disability.

Applicants with disabilities can request accessible formats, communication supports, or other accessibility assistance by contacting and recruitment agencies may not submit resumes/CVs through this website or directly to managers.

VelocityEHS does not accept unsolicited headhunters and agency resumes.

VelocityEHS will not pay fees to any third-party agency or company that does not have a signed agreement with VelocityEHS.#BI-RemoteEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information.

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