Director, Software Engineering Operations

Reposted 14 Days Ago
Hiring Remotely in USA
Remote
167K-251K
Senior level
Fintech • Information Technology • Analytics
The Role
Lead the execution of complex software engineering programs, manage teams, align projects with business goals, and drive operational efficiency.
Summary Generated by Built In
We are seeking a results-driven and collaborative Director of Software Engineering Operations to lead the successful execution of complex, cross-functional programs across our engineering and product organizations. This role is responsible for overseeing strategic initiatives, managing program managers and project managers, aligning delivery with business goals, and driving operational efficiency across teams.
The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, executional rigor, and experience managing large-scale software programs in agile, cloud-native environments. You will partner with engineering, product, security, compliance, and business stakeholders to ensure our programs are delivered on time, within scope, and with measurable business impact.Key Responsibilities:Program Execution & Delivery Oversight (25%)
  • Lead end-to-end execution of complex programs across multiple product and engineering teams.

  • Ensure alignment of program scope, milestones, dependencies, and resources with strategic business goals.

  • Monitor and report on program health using meaningful KPIs (e.g., velocity, risk, delivery timelines).

  • Own resolution of program risks, blockers, and delivery challenges in partnership with functional leads.

Team Leadership & People Management (25%)

  • Manage, mentor, and grow a team of program managers and project managers.

  • Foster a high-performing, accountable culture focused on transparency, collaboration, and results.

  • Define and evolve roles, responsibilities, and development plans for the program management team.

Agile Process Leadership & Operational Support (20%)

  • Drive adoption of agile best practices (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe) across engineering programs.

  • Standardize and continuously improve processes for roadmap alignment, planning, and execution.

  • Collaborate with engineering operations, DevOps, and QA teams to streamline delivery pipelines.

Stakeholder Communication & Alignment (15%)

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for cross-functional program communication and executive updates.

  • Deliver weekly status reports to division leadership, summarizing progress, risks, and resource needs.

  • Organize and facilitate town hall meetings, departmental updates, and other internal communications to ensure alignment and transparency across engineering and business units.

  • Develop clear dashboards and reporting mechanisms to provide real-time visibility into program status.

  • Facilitate cross-functional alignment sessions to support prioritization and strategic planning.

Strategic Planning & Continuous Improvement (15%)

  • Partner with product, engineering, and business leaders to shape long-term planning and resource allocation including annual strategy development and budget.

  • Identify and implement opportunities to improve tooling, delivery predictability, and cross-team collaboration.

  • Serve on the division operations committee to address cross-functional projects and issues and meet growing organizational needs.

Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business, Engineering, or a related field.

  • 7+ years of experience in program or project management within technology organizations, including 3+ years in a people management capacity.

  • Proven success leading large, cross-functional software development programs.

  • Experience with agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban) and familiarity with agile tools (primarily Azure DevOps but also JIRA, Confluence).

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and align stakeholders across multiple functions.

  • Strong organizational skills, including attention to detail and ability to manage multiple programs simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience working in regulated industries (e.g., healthcare, finance, pharmaceuticals).

  • PMP, PMI-ACP, or equivalent project/program management certifications.

  • Strong understanding of software development lifecycles and DevOps principles.

  • Comfort with data and reporting tools to drive visibility and program health metrics.
     

Why Inmar

We are building the next chapter of healthcare innovation—powered by intelligence, integrated experiences, and scalable platforms. At Inmar, we believe that growth is sustained over long horizons by developing people, raising standards, and consistently overdelivering on customer expectations.

If you share our belief in continuous improvement, accountability, and the power of collective impact, you’ll thrive here. We work as one team—prioritizing learning, delivering on our promises, and driving outcomes that improve lives.

At Inmar, we put people first and that means empowering our associates to thrive at every stage of life and career. Our comprehensive and competitive benefits package is thoughtfully designed to support a wide range of lifestyles and life stages.

Eligible associates have access to:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

  • Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance options

  • 401(k) retirement plans with company match

  • Health Spending Accounts (HSA/FSA)

We also offer:

  • Flexible time off and 11 paid holidays

  • Family-building benefits, including Maternity, Adoption, and Parental Leave

  • Tuition Reimbursement and certification support, reflecting our commitment to lifelong learning

  • Wellness and Mental Health counseling services

  • Concierge and work/life support resources

  • Adoption Assistance Reimbursement

  • Perks and discount programs

Please note that eligibility for some benefits may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be governed by specific plan or program terms.

At Inmar, compensation reflects our belief in integrity, transparency, and the value of individual contributions. The hiring range for this position is:

167,040.00 - 250,560.00 USD Annual

The final offer may vary based on factors such as geographic location, job-related skills, education, certifications, work experience, and other relevant considerations.

Depending on the job level and role, it may include:

  • Annual discretionary bonuses through our Core Company Performance Bonus Plan

  • Equity grants, sign-on bonuses, and other tailored incentive opportunities

  • Additional discretionary compensation, such as:

    • Growing Revenue Incentives

    • Corporate or VIP Bonuses

    • Deferred compensation opportunities

The actual annualized salary offered at the time of hire will be communicated in the candidate’s offer letter. We remain committed to fairness and transparency across all locations. Where required, including for remote-eligible roles, local pay ranges are disclosed in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.

This position is not eligible for student visa sponsorship, including F-1 OPT or CPT. Candidates must have authorization to work in the U.S. without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Top Skills

Azure Devops
Confluence
JIRA
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The Company
HQ: Winston-Salem, NC
2,044 Employees
Year Founded: 1980

What We Do

We reimagine everyday business challenges through advanced analytics, technology-enabled and market-driven solutions built to solve some of industries’ biggest obstacles to growth. Inmar Intelligence’s customer-centric approach is evident through our success helping companies dynamically engage audiences, build brand loyalty, create efficiencies and drive profitable growth.

We help leading Fortune 500 companies and emerging brands stay relevant and propel growth while providing their consumers with personalized and precision-driven tools to save money, improve health and safety, and more conveniently go about their lives.

For more than 35 years, we have served retailers, manufacturers, healthcare providers, government and employers as their trusted intermediary and helped them redefine innovation.

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