Director, Software Engineering (Remote, US)

Job Posted 23 Days Ago Posted 23 Days Ago
Hiring Remotely in Arlington, TX
Remote
Senior level
Food • Healthtech • Consulting
The Role
The Director of Software Engineering will lead a team of software engineers in developing AI/ML-based cloud solutions, overseeing project deliverables, ensuring quality and on-time delivery, and fostering team growth. This position also involves client engagement, technical direction, and integrating best practices within the company.
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About ICA, Inc.

International Consulting Associates, Inc. is a rapidly growing company, located in the D.C./Metro area. We were founded in 2009 to assist government clients with evaluating and achieving their objectives. We have become a trusted advisor helping our clients by offering cutting-edge innovation and solutions to complex projects. Our small company has grown significantly, and we're overjoyed at the opportunity to expand yet again! 

We are results-focused and have a proven track record supporting federal agencies and large government services primes in three main areas: Research and Data Analysis, Advanced-Data Science, and Strategic Services. We currently support multiple analytics and research programs across HHS.

At ICA, we believe our success starts with our people. We foster a collaborative "one team" environment where work-life balance isn't just talked about – it's prioritized. We're building dynamic, highly skilled teams in a welcoming and supportive atmosphere. If you're passionate about using your technical expertise to make a difference, we want to talk to you.

We are looking for a Director of Software Engineering to join our growing team.

About the Role

We are seeking a Director of Software Engineering to join our talented, dynamic team providing expert technical knowledge, drive innovation, and deliver technical direction and guidance to all ICA software engineering projects. The Director will be the day-to-day decision-maker and strategic leader of a team of talented software engineers building cloud-based services, solutions, and products. The Director will be focused on delivering AI/ML-based solutions that will truly transform customer business processes, closely monitor project deliverables and ensure on-time delivery with exceptional quality, be relentless in process improvement, and foster the career growth of the engineering team.

The Director is recognized as the senior-technical expert and industry leader in the areas of software engineering and DevOps inside and outside the company. The Director will serve as a senior technical point of contact for ICA with our clients in the areas of application development. The Director leads development of new methodologies and solutions to address client and company needs and goals, applies extensive and diverse management experience to resolve technical issues and deliver results to multiple clients and programs, and contributes to and oversees the integration of best practices and lessons learned to the corporate body of knowledge. The Director shapes emerging technical issues/developments and industry trends, serves as a resource and advisor to clients in areas of technical expertise, and supports the procurement of new company tools and technologies. 

The Director demonstrates leadership, passion, enthusiasm, and personal dedication to ICA’s vision, mission and core values. The Director continuously assesses the staffing mix and workload balance of their teams and works with the Director of Data Science (and DS division) to adjust, as necessary, across all functional areas to achieve team success. The Director will work closely with ICA corporate leadership and client points of contact to ensure success within defined performance criteria.

About You 

You are inquisitive by nature, detail oriented, creative, patient, and a results-focused problem solver who enjoys collaboration with your team. You use critical reasoning, are open-minded and enjoy the steps involved when confronted with a complex challenge. You have a high standard of accountability and can influence customers by creating effective presentations that communicate complex analytics to non-technical senior management and executives. You bring experience communicating with Government stakeholders and project team(s) effectively and timely both verbally and in writing. You are comfortable coordinating day-to-day project activities and client contact. 

Qualifications 

  • At least 15 years of working experience in a software engineering and development capacity, preferably working as in a senior-technical role with responsibility for leadership and supervision of technical teams
  • Bachelor’s, or master’s, degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or related field is preferred. 
  • Strong project management, estimation, and resource management skills required.
  • Experience leading an agile engineering team focused on cloud development required.
  • Strong business acumen with an ability to identify and evaluate opportunities, and effectively articulate value propositions to internal and external stakeholders
  • Excellent client engagement skills with extensive experience in presenting technical demos 
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for coordinating across teams 
  • A drive to learn and master new technologies and techniques 
  • Advanced knowledge of Cloud Computing environments, with an emphasis on AWS: Athena, S3, Glue, Sagemaker, Comprehend, Azure, and containerization tools (Docker, Kubernetes)
  • Experience with AI and machine learning libraries (e.g. TensorFlow, PyTorch) and understanding of AI algorithms and data processing 
  • Skilled in database technologies, both SQL (e.g. MySQL, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (e.g. MongoDB) and the ability to integrate with AI systems 
  • Experience in creating dashboards to stakeholders using various visualization tools, such as AWS QuickSight
  • Proficient with Microsoft Project, Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint software; familiarity with Microsoft Access, Visio, and SharePoint software

Additional Desired Skills: 

  • Familiarity with Workflow Management Tools (e.g. Kanban, Scrum)
  • Experience with data analysis for health-related organizations, including FDA, CMS, NIH, CDC, VA, Defense Health Agency, among others

Additional Information: 

  • Security Clearance: Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States and will be required to undergo a background investigation to obtain a Public Trust clearance. 
  • Travel: Occasional travel may be necessary based on project requirements. 

    What We Offer 

    • Competitive salary 
    • Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance 
    • Flexible time off with paid vacation, plus sick time 
    • Paid time off for observance of federal holidays 
    • 401k plan with company match 
    • Tuition reimbursement program 
    • Professional Development
    • Remote work from anywhere in the continental United States 

    Location and Telework 
    This is a remote position. Candidates must be willing to travel to the office, in Arlington, VA, for the occasional team/client meetings. DC Metro candidates are preferred. Five percent travel can be expected. Flexibility is expected of the employee to be available for client/team meetings if the employee lives outside the Eastern Time Zone. 

    Additional Information 

    ICA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, disability status, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal or local laws. 

    This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. 

    Top Skills

    AWS
    Azure
    Docker
    Kubernetes
    MongoDB
    MySQL
    Postgres
    PyTorch
    SQL
    TensorFlow
    The Company
    Arlington, Virginia
    57 Employees
    On-site Workplace
    Year Founded: 2009

    What We Do

    ICA is an innovative force driving transformative solutions for prestigious institutions like the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ), and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Our dedication to cutting-edge technology and impactful partnerships has established us as an essential collaborator in the AI, analytics, and research landscapes.

    Our team of dedicated experts works tirelessly across multiple program offices to spearhead groundbreaking initiatives that address pressing challenges and shape the future of healthcare, aviation, and public services. By leveraging advanced AI, analytics, and research methodologies, ICA continues to develop and implement forward-thinking strategies that revolutionize the way these vital organizations operate.

    At ICA, we believe that a compelling fusion of technology, expertise, and collaboration is paramount to achieving sustainable progress. Our unwavering commitment to excellence and innovation is evident in the myriad of AI-driven solutions we create, which not only elevate the capabilities of our esteemed partners but also foster a profound impact on the lives of countless individuals.

    Join us on our mission to harness the transformative power of intelligence-enabled integration and be a part of shaping a brighter, more resilient future for all.

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