Job description
Director of Software Engineering JN -042025-157440
DIRECTOR OF SOFTWARE ENGINEERING
Build and lead a modern engineering org at a high-growth insurtech
Our client, a rapidly growing insurtech company modernizing core systems for the property & casualty industry, is looking for a Director of Software Engineering to build and lead their internal development team. If you’re looking for a high-impact leadership role where you can shape technology, team, and product delivery — this could be the opportunity for you.
Director Of Software Engineering Benefits
- Competitive base salary
- Equity in a fast-growing, privately funded startup
- Health insurance + 401(k) with employer contribution
- Hybrid environment (3x/week in office preferred — St. Petersburg/Tampa, FL)
- Opportunity to influence technical strategy, org design, and delivery processes from the ground up
Director Of Software Engineering Requirements
- 12+ years of software development experience, with 5+ years in engineering leadership
- Experience building and scaling high-performing development teams
- Strong technical background (backend or full-stack) with cloud-native/serverless architecture (AWS)
- Excellent communication and cross-functional leadership skills
- Comfortable in dynamic environments; able to manage complex personalities and reset team dynamics
- Experience in property & casualty insurance or insurtech a plus
Director Of Software Engineering Responsibilities
- Lead and scale an internal development team, transitioning work from nearshore partners
- Set engineering standards, define processes, and ensure delivery excellence across the SDLC
- Collaborate with Product, QA, DevOps, and business stakeholders to drive successful outcomes
- Contribute to architectural discussions and oversee implementation in a modern tech stack (React, Node.js, DynamoDB, AWS Lambda, etc.)
- Manage both full-time engineers and third-party development resources
- Foster a culture of ownership, collaboration, and innovation
If you’re ready to make your mark at a well-funded, fast-moving insurtech — apply now or reach out to learn more!
JOB ID: 157440
Salary: $150,000 - $175,000
Seniority level
- Director
Employment type
- Full-time
Job function
- Engineering and Information Technology
- Industries