Job Information
Robert Half Director, Technical Engineering & Business Technology in Fort Lee, New Jersey
Description
Position Objectives
Lead technical design, system architecture, and software development initiatives.
Oversee the company’s information security strategy and compliance to ensure secure, scalable platforms.
Translate strategic technology goals into actionable engineering deliverables.
Mentor and develop engineering team members.
Summary Requirements
Expertise in full-stack development, cloud platforms, and systems architecture.
Proven experience managing engineering teams, budgets, and technical projects.
Ability to operate strategically while remaining hands-on with architecture and development.
Strong background in enterprise security and regulatory compliance.
Essential Job Functions
Technical Leadership
Lead the design and development of secure, scalable software solutions.
Oversee systems architecture, database design, and integrations, aligning with business objectives.
Security & Compliance Management
Own the company’s information security program, ensuring regulatory compliance.
Implement and maintain business continuity and disaster recovery plans.
Team Management & Development
Recruit, mentor, and manage a high-performing engineering team.
Foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work with IT leadership to align on project priorities, timelines, and resources.
Translate technical requirements into actionable plans for stakeholders.
Budget & Fiscal Responsibility
Manage engineering and security budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness.
Present financial plans and project justifications to executive leadership.
Operational Execution
Oversee daily engineering operations, ensuring system reliability and performance.
Monitor system performance and implement improvements as needed.
Performance Expectations
Adhere to company standards of conduct.
Maintain strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Work proactively with minimal supervision, staying adaptable to new technologies.
Primarily office-based with occasional hybrid work.
Requirements
Education & Experience
10+ years of experience in major programming languages (Python) and front-end technologies (React and/or similar).
3+ years of experience with AppScript.
10+ years in systems design, database management, and cloud infrastructure.
5+ years with Google Cloud Platform (Firebase experience is a plus).
3+ years in enterprise security management (CISO or similar role preferred).
8+ years leading engineering teams.
MBA/EMBA preferred; technical certifications (Microsoft, Google, Cisco, Amazon) are a plus.
Technical & Business Skills
Extensive full-stack development expertise with modern frameworks and best practices.
Strong knowledge of systems architecture, cloud solutions (GCP, Azure), and security best practices.
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Budget management and strategic planning capabilities.
Communication Skills
Strong written and verbal communication.
Ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
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