About MVP: Headquartered in the heart of Austin, Texas, MVP is the best-in-class SaaS measurement platform that provides omnichannel media and sponsorship valuation. We offer a built-to-scale software for our clients - Fortune 1,000 brands, professional sports, global agencies and media, to accurately quantify the value of their partnerships, sponsorships, and activations. About the Role: The Director of Engineering will play a key leadership role in overseeing the engineering department, driving technical excellence, and ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality software products and services. You will collaborate closely with Product, Data Science, and other departments to deliver solutions that meet the needs of our customers and the strategic objectives of the business. You will be responsible for leading a team of engineers, promoting a culture of innovation, mentorship, and continuous improvement.The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in data engineering technologies and software design best practices, a drive for problem-solving, and a proven track record of successfully leading teams with passion and purpose. Key Responsibilities:
- Leadership & Team Management:
- Lead, mentor, and inspire a growing engineering team, helping them grow both technically and professionally.
- Foster a culture of collaboration, ownership, and accountability within the engineering organization.
- Facilitate career development planning and performance reviews to ensure high engagement and retention.
- Technical Strategy & Execution:
- Partner with senior leadership to define and execute the long-term technical vision and strategy aligned with the company's goals.
- Oversee the architectural design, implementation, and scaling of our SaaS products.
- Ensure the delivery of high-quality software by establishing and promoting best practices, code reviews, and testing strategies.
- Process Improvement & Innovation:
- Identify and drive continuous improvements to engineering processes, from planning to execution.
- Implement agile development methodologies to ensure efficient and predictable delivery of features.
- Champion a culture of innovation, encouraging experimentation and problem-solving.
- Operational Excellence:
- Ensure that engineering practices are scalable, maintainable, and aligned with industry best practices.
- Maintain high standards of security, reliability, and performance across all product offerings.
- Monitor and report on key performance metrics, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and meet or exceed quality expectations.
- Budget & Resource Management:
- Help manage departmental budgets and resources to ensure effective and efficient utilization.
- Drive resource allocation decisions and prioritize initiatives based on business impact.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience).
- Experience:
- 8+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 5+ years in a leadership role managing engineering teams.
- Proven track record of successfully delivering complex SaaS products at scale.
- Strong experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure) and web technologies (e.g., frontend, backend, databases).
- Solid understanding of software architecture principles, design patterns, and modern development methodologies (Agile, CI/CD, DevOps).
- Experience in building and scaling high-performance, reliable, and secure systems.
- Skills:
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a focus on both technical and business challenges.
- Ability to work cross-functionally with product managers, designers, and other departments to drive product success.
- Strategic thinking and an ability to translate business goals into actionable technical plans.
- Proven ability to manage ambiguity and drive consensus across teams.
- Preferred:
- Experience working in a fast-paced, high-growth SaaS environment.
- Experience with DevOps, containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes), and automation tools.
- Knowledge of industry trends and emerging technologies.
What You'll Get:
- Competitive compensation
- Unlimited paid time off policy
- Remote / Austin (we have get togethers on occasion in Austin so bonus if you're a drive away)
- Competitive health insurance premiums (medical, dental & vision)
- A unique opportunity to revolutionize the sports and entertainment sponsorship industry
- Scale your career along with a fast growing organization that has significant growth opportunities
- The ability to work with a team of talented, fun, and hard-working colleagues in a highly collaborative culture
We are an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our MVP employees. Please note: MVP is interviewing for a full-time W-2 employee; we are not considering C2C or C2H opportunities at this time. Applicants must complete all required pre-hire questions for their application to be reviewed; any questions unanswered will result in your application being denied. Thank you for your cooperation and for your interest in working for MVP. We can't wait to learn more about you! Job Questions:
Desired annual salary Will you now or in the future require immigration sponsorship for employment visa status? State of Residence Abbreviation (Sample answers: TX, CA, etc.) Do you have at least 10+ years of professional experience leading engineering teams? Do you have a CSM or equivalent?If yes, please describe certification Describe a specific example of a software project you've lead and deployed along with how you implemented a quality plan. How do you align engineering goals with overall business strategy? Describe your approach to technical debt? The annual salary range for this position is $170K-$190K depending on the applicant's background and experience.Please acknowledge that you entered in your desired salary requirement and that it falls within the range for this position as stated.