Dir, Product & Software Engineering-Cloud
Jobgether • USThis position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Director, Product & Software Engineering – Cloud in the United States.
This senior leadership role sits at the intersection of cloud architecture, software engineering, and product delivery, driving the strategy and execution of large-scale SaaS platforms. You will define how cloud-native solutions are built, deployed, and optimized across enterprise environments, ensuring scalability, security, and operational excellence. Working closely with executive leadership and cross-functional teams, you will translate business objectives into a modern cloud engineering roadmap. This role also plays a key part in advancing DevOps maturity, automation, and continuous delivery practices. You will lead high-performing engineering teams while fostering innovation, accountability, and technical excellence. The environment is fast-paced, collaborative, and focused on continuous modernization and measurable impact.
Accountabilities
This role is responsible for defining and executing the end-to-end cloud engineering strategy aligned with SaaS and enterprise technology goals. You will lead the design and implementation of scalable cloud platforms, modern engineering practices, and high-quality delivery pipelines while ensuring alignment with business priorities.
- Define and execute cloud strategy aligned with SaaS product and enterprise architecture roadmaps
- Implement and scale DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and Infrastructure-as-Code using tools such as Terraform and CloudFormation
- Oversee cloud operations, including observability, performance monitoring, and reliability engineering using tools like Prometheus and Grafana
- Manage cloud budgets, cost optimization initiatives, and vendor performance, ensuring efficient resource allocation and FinOps alignment
- Lead, coach, and scale engineering teams, including hiring, performance management, and organizational development
- Partner with product, architecture, and business stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of cloud capabilities into SaaS offerings
- Establish engineering standards for security, compliance, disaster recovery, and software quality across the full lifecycle
- 8+ years of experience in software engineering, including 5+ years in leadership roles within cloud or SaaS organizations
- Strong expertise in cloud platforms such as Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
- Hands-on experience with modern programming and frameworks including Java, Python, Node.js, React, and Angular
- Strong knowledge of DevOps, Agile methodologies, CI/CD, and cloud-native architecture patterns
- Experience implementing observability, security, and compliance frameworks (e.g., SOC 2, GDPR)
- Familiarity with serverless and distributed architectures, including AWS services such as Lambda, API Gateway, and DynamoDB
- Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences
- Experience in modernization initiatives, legacy migration, and cloud transformation programs
- Remote-first work model with flexibility and home-office setup support
- Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and vision plans
- Retirement savings plan with employer contribution support
- Generous paid time off, holidays, and volunteer days
- Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
- Learning and development support including training, certifications, and e-learning platforms
- Life, disability, and supplemental insurance options
- Financial wellbeing programs, including reimbursement accounts and planning resources
- Bonus and recognition programs tied to performance and impact
Requirements
The ideal candidate brings extensive experience in cloud engineering leadership, SaaS environments, and large-scale software delivery. You combine deep technical expertise with strong executive presence and the ability to drive transformation across complex organizations.