Director of Engineering

🚀 Build the Technology Behind One of the Top 5 Amazon Sellers in the US

📍 Role:
Director of Engineering
📍

Location:

San Diego, CA 92101 (Onsite at Symphony Towers)
💰 Compensation: $195,000–$250,000+

Luminize isn't your typical eCommerce company. We're one of the top 5 Amazon sellers in the US — and we need a technical leader to own the platforms, architecture, and engineering teams that power everything we do.

We're looking for a Director of Engineering who has built and scaled software organizations before — someone who pairs deep technical instincts with the leadership chops to drive execution across distributed teams. You'll own the engineering roadmap, lead architecture decisions, and partner directly with Product, Data, and Executive Leadership to turn business needs into robust, scalable systems.

If you're an engineering leader looking for real ownership, cross-functional influence, and the chance to shape the tech stack at a high-growth company — let's talk.

• Engineering strategy and technical roadmap aligned directly with Luminize's business objectives
• Multiple engineering initiatives across internal systems and external client‑facing applications
• Engineering standards, governance, and best practices for code quality, security, reliability, and performance
• Architectural decisions ensuring systems are scalable, maintainable, and built for long‑term growth
• High‑performing, distributed engineering teams — including offshore development resources
• Full software development lifecycle from requirements through deployment and ongoing support
• Hands‑on technical leadership on system architecture, integrations, and data flows
• Cloud infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines, observability, and deployment strategy
• Cross‑functional delivery alongside Product, Client Services, and executive stakeholders — translating complex requirements into actionable engineering plans

• 8+ years of software development experience, including 3+ years in an engineering leadership role managing teams and delivery
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; master's degree preferred
• Proven experience leading distributed and offshore engineering teams with strong delivery predictability
• Deep background in software architecture, system design, and platform scalability
• Proficiency across modern tech stacks (e.g., Java, Python, JavaScript; React, Node.js, Django)
• Hands‑on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Strong command of Agile methodologies and tooling (Scrum, Kanban, JIRA, Confluence)
• The ability to communicate technical tradeoffs, timelines, and risks clearly to executive leadership and non‑technical stakeholders
• A builder's mindset — you've scaled teams, elevated engineering culture, and delivered platforms that drive real business value

• Stunning views of the city and coastline
• Free access to the building gym
• Discounts at restaurants and cafes in the tower
• Secure bike racks in the building and 24/7 paid parking in a nearby downtown structure
• Close walking distance to 100+ of the top bars, restaurants, and coffee shops

Our office is designed for comfort, productivity, and collaboration, featuring:

• Ergonomic standing desks and high‑quality workstations
• A fully stocked snack bar, espresso machine, and cold drinks
• A welcoming team lounge area and sunny work spaces
• A clean, modern space where we can do our best work together

Our people are our #1 priority. Our benefits include:

• Multiple medical plan options through Anthem Blue Cross
• Dental & vision insurance (including orthodontia and annual exams)
• Pet benefit program with savings on vet care, products, and services
• Paid vacation (accruing up to 120+ hours/year with rollover and cap)
• Paid holidays annually
• Coverage for spouses/domestic partners and dependents under 26
• Benefits begin on the first of the month after your hire date

This isn't a maintenance role. You'll be building the engineering foundation for a company in growth mode — with the authority, resources, and executive backing…