Penn Mutual is in search of an experienced Director of Software Engineering to play a leadership role in our Information Management and Technology organization. This role involves leading teams dedicated to implementing and supporting Penn Mutual's robust product offerings with a focus on the technology that enables Life and MultiLife product and inforce capabilities.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage a diverse team of software engineers, including recruiting, hiring, onboarding, training, and performance management
- Provide strategic direction and technical leadership to the engineering organization, setting clear objectives, goals, and priorities aligned with company objectives
- Drive the development and delivery of high-quality software solutions, ensuring adherence to best practices, coding standards, and quality standards
- Collaborate with product management, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to define product roadmaps, prioritize initiatives, and allocate resources effectively
- Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability, promoting open communication, feedback, and knowledge sharing among team members
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels, including executive leadership, to ensure alignment of technical initiatives with business goals
- Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence within the engineering organization, identifying opportunities for process optimization, tooling enhancements, and technology adoption
- Manage and track project schedules, budgets, and resources, and ensure timely delivery of software solutions within scope and budget constraints
- Represent the engineering organization in strategic planning, budgeting, and decision-making processes, and communicate key insights and recommendations to executive leadership
- Demonstrates a commitment to AI fluency by embracing AI tools and technologies to enhance individual and team performance, decision-making, and innovation
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (Master's degree preferred)
- 10+ years of professional experience in software development, with a strong track record of delivering high-quality software solutions
- Previous experience in a leadership or management role, with demonstrated success in leading and developing large engineering teams
- Strong technical background in software development, with proficiency in one or more programming languages and technologies
- Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts and decisions to stakeholders at all levels
- Proven track record of driving technical innovation, fostering a culture of excellence, and achieving business objectives
- Experience with agile development methodologies, project management tools, and modern software development practices
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, with a focus on delivering results and meeting deadlines
- Experience with cloud computing platforms and technologies, such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
- Knowledge of software architecture principles, design patterns, and system integration
- Certifications or professional credentials in relevant technologies or domains
- Experience leading geographically distributed engineering teams