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Director – Software Engineering

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Achievers

Achievers

1,001-5,000 employees

Employee engagement and recognition solutions provider

Education
Enterprise Software
Data & Analytics

Mid, Senior

Toronto, ON, Canada

Hybrid position based in Toronto, requires in-office presence.

Category
Backend Engineering
Full-Stack Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Kubernetes
Agile
Management
Development Operations (DevOps)
Requirements
  • Education: Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science or a related field. Ongoing commitment to professional development through certifications or continuous learning.
  • Experience: 4+ years of experience in managing and leading development teams. Proven track record of successfully delivering complex software projects. Previous experience managing an organization of 20+ including managers of managers
  • Technical Acumen: You still enjoy looking at code occasionally, as you were once a top-notch programmer. Hands-on experience with modern software development practices and tools. Experience working with Product Management, User Design, and Client teams to deliver end-to-end solutions
  • Modernization: Experience transitioning from a monolithic architecture to microservices is a definite asset. Ability to lead and manage large-scale system modernization efforts.
  • Technological Passion: Enthusiasm for new technologies such as Kubernetes and Big Query. Continuous exploration of emerging technologies and their potential impact on the business.
  • Microservices: Strong understanding of Microservice Architecture. Experience designing, building, and maintaining microservices-based systems.
  • Performance: Passion for performance profiling and benchmarking. Ability to identify and address performance bottlenecks in large-scale systems.
  • Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze business requirements and review technical design documents in accordance with company architecture standards. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Project Management: Great project management skills with experience executing high ROI strategic projects. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
Responsibilities
  • Leadership: Report to the VP of Engineering and lead four domain teams with 20+ developers focusing on Rewards and Integration for our Employee Engagement platform. Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and innovation within the teams.
  • Strategic Thinking: Manage strategic projects with excellent project management skills. Align team goals with the company's strategic objectives to ensure cohesive progress.
  • Product Collaboration: Collaborate closely with the product team to contribute to the product roadmap. Ensure the development team understands and is aligned with the product vision and priorities.
  • Coaching and Mentoring: Guide your teams in developing long-term product plans and translating these into the team's product backlog. Lead, Coach and Manage a BE Operations team and continue to support their growth, development and execution of their goals. This includes setting performance expectations, conducting regular performance reviews, providing constructive feedback, and making compensation recommendations based on individual and group achievements. By managing this process, you will contribute to the team's success and motivation while maintaining a culture of excellence and accountability.
  • Resource Planning: Lead headcount and resource planning to ensure the team has the necessary skills and capacity. Optimize resource allocation to maximize productivity and efficiency.
  • Agile Practices: Champion agile development practices in coordination with our Agile coach. Promote an agile mindset and ensure adherence to agile methodologies across teams.
  • Community Engagement: Actively participate in our Dev X program to raise Achievers' development profile in the GTA and beyond, focusing on women in technology, diversity, inclusion, and our employee-centric culture. Organize and participate in community events, meetups, and conferences to showcase Achievers' commitment to innovation and inclusivity.
  • Partnerships: Collaborate with Technology Operations on our SRE&D program. Build strong relationships with other departments to ensure seamless integration and operation of the platform.
  • Technical Leadership: Engage in design and architecture discussions, sharing ideas to build the next generation of features for the Achievers platform. Provide technical guidance and oversight to ensure high-quality software delivery.
  • Innovation: Stay abreast of industry trends to explore alternative approaches and solutions, delivering Platform Integration, Systems, and DevOps technologies to meet business needs. Work with vendors to bring in new technologies and resources, providing evaluation frameworks and proof of concepts.
  • Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate effectively with stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure alignment with project goals. Communicate project status, risks, and opportunities to stakeholders in a clear and timely manner.
  • Leadership Development: Coach and create more leaders within the organization. Partner with Employee Success to implement programs and initiatives to develop leadership skills among team members.

Achievers provides employee engagement and recognition solutions through its Employee Success Platform. This platform uses data science to offer insights into employee engagement and performance, featuring tools like "Recognize" for employee recognition, "Listen" for real-time feedback, and "Connections" to enhance collaboration. Unlike many competitors, Achievers focuses on creating a positive workplace culture and improving employee satisfaction across various industries, serving both small businesses and large enterprises. The company operates on a subscription model, generating revenue from platform access and additional consulting services. Achievers aims to transform workplaces by ensuring employees feel valued and motivated, ultimately enhancing overall business performance.

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$162.7M

Headquarters

Toronto, Canada

Founded

2002

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Achievers' availability on Google Cloud Marketplace can streamline deployment and management for customers, potentially leading to increased adoption and revenue.
  • The company's strategic partnerships and integrations, such as with Zebra Technologies and Contemporary Leadership Advisors, expand its ecosystem and enhance its service offerings.
  • Recognition with over 14 awards in 2022 underscores Achievers' industry leadership and commitment to excellence in employee engagement and technology.

What critics are saying

  • The crowded HR technology market requires Achievers to continuously innovate to maintain its competitive edge.
  • Economic uncertainties, such as recession concerns, could impact client budgets for employee engagement solutions, affecting Achievers' revenue.

What makes Achievers unique

  • Achievers leverages data science to provide actionable insights into employee engagement and performance, setting it apart from competitors who may not offer such advanced analytics.
  • The company's focus on real-time feedback and collaboration through features like 'Recognize' and 'Listen' enhances workplace culture more dynamically than traditional HR solutions.
  • Achievers' integration with major platforms like Google Cloud Marketplace and Microsoft Viva demonstrates its commitment to seamless scalability and accessibility for diverse work environments.