Director of Software Engineering
OPSWAT
Protecting the World’s Critical Infrastructure
OPSWAT is a global cyber security company providing solutions for enterprises since 2002 to identify, detect, and remediate advanced security threats from data and devices coming into and out their networks. Trusted by over 1,000 organizations worldwide and with over 30 anti-malware engines, 100+ data sanitization engines and more than 25 technology integration partners, OPSWAT is a pioneer and leader in data sanitization, vulnerability detection, multi-scanning, device compliance, and cloud access control.
The Position
Join OPSWAT as a Director of Software Engineering as part of the MetaDefender for IioT contributing to the success of initiatives in OPSWAT’s MetaDefender software solutions. In this position, you will inspire the teams responsible for developing new products that enhance the overall solution. This position is aimed at an individual with demonstrated success building and leading teams delivering software solutions in the security space.
What You Will Be Doing
- Partner with Product Management team to develop, lead and execute new product features.
- Work with the Engineering team and Product Management to provide input on product roadmaps.
- Lead other team leads or managers as part of a larger organization.
- Review PRDs and provide feedback and guidance to the Engineering team.
- Decide the feasibility of implementations, by driving proof of concept projects.
- Review and improve existing engineering processes.
- Drive innovation and steer the product technology to a leading market position.
- Mentor, coach and provide career path opportunities to team members.
- Partner with Sales, as required, to ensure they get needed help responding to technical challenges prospects raise.
- Partner with Customer Success team to understand the customer’s needs and wants.
What We Need from You
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, or related major
- Experience leading remote software development teams
- Prior experience in software products/services for the security space
- Strong verbal and written English communication skills.
- Passion for building leading technology.
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Experience implementing software engineering industry best practices.
It Would Be Nice If You Had
- Experience developing cross-platform software products.
- Experience developing cloud delivered services or products.
- Experience developing enterprise applications.
- Experience implementing SDLC with a strong focus on secure coding and design.
- Experience in developing telco-grade security solutions – an advantage
OPSWAT is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are extended to all employees and applicants, free of discrimination and harassment of any type. All employment decisions are based on individual qualifications, job requirements, and business needs without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Recruiting Agencies: we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third party agencies for any of our open positions. To submit resumes for our jobs, there must be a recruiting contract approved by our legal team and endorsed by both parties. We are currently not accepting additional 3rd party agencies at this time.