Director of Software Engineering

Position:
Director of Software Engineering
Salary: $120,
Benefits: 3 weeks PTO, Retirement plan with 3% match, Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, etc.
Location:
Muskegon, MI area (Onsite)

We are working with a fun, dynamic company looking to add a Director of Software Engineering. Here are some reasons you should apply:

• Join a company with a strong reputation in creative visual solutions and a growing investment in digital innovation.

• Have an influence over product direction and architecture.

• Work with a highly collaborative leadership team where your ideas are valued and implemented.

• Help shape the future of a platform used by national brands and partners.

Key Responsibilities of the Director of Software Engineering:

• 1. Technology Strategy & Architecture – Own the technical roadmap and architecture for internal and customer-facing systems. Define and refine development processes, release cycles, code quality standards, and documentation practices. Evaluate new technologies—including AI and automation tools—to help modernize and scale our environment.

• 2. Hands-On Development (40–50%) - Contribute directly to core application development with a strong emphasis on PHP, SQL, and modern front-end practices. Architect and implement new platform features, enhancements, and integrations. Troubleshoot complex issues and ensure system performance, reliability, and security.

• 3. Cross-Functional Collaboration - Partner closely with company leaders to gather business requirements, clarify product vision, and translate needs into technical solutions. Communicate timelines, progress, and challenges clearly and proactively.

• 4. Team Leadership & Mentorship - Lead, mentor, and guide the development team to ensure best practices, consistency, and strong engineering fundamentals. Work with the team to enforce standards related to coding, documentation, and deployment.

• 5. Client Engagement - Meet with select clients to understand how they use the order system and explore opportunities for enhancement. Provide strategic insight and help establish processes that improve usability, efficiency, and satisfaction. Act as a technical consultant and partner to help clients maximize the platform’s value.

Preferred Experience of the Director of Software Engineering:

• Proven experience leading or managing a development team, including mentorship and project ownership.
• Strong expertise in PHP, Bootstrap, SQL, and modern web application development.
• Solid understanding of software methodologies and processes such as Agile.
• A strategic mindset with experience in software architecture, system design, and process development.
• Excellent communication skills—you can collaborate with executives, developers, and clients with clarity and confidence.
• A positive, solutions-oriented attitude and a passion for continuous learning.
• Curiosity and enthusiasm around emerging technologies, including AI-driven tools and automation.

Bonus Experience of the Director of Software Engineering:

• Experience with eCommerce platforms such as Shopify
• Experience with Software Integrations