Director Software Engineering

Company Overview

More than 35 years ago, SelectQuote was founded on one core promise: to help our customers protect the people they value most. We pioneered the way consumers shopped for term life insurance, and now, we also help people find home insurance, auto insurance, senior health insurance and more. Our quick and easy process saves consumers both time and money, and today, more than 2 million families trust us to help them with their insurance needs.
 
But what truly sets us apart is our people, and the opportunities to grow your career with SelectQuote are unmatched.

About the Role

As the Director Software Engineering you will lead and inspire engineering organizations shaping technical strategy and driving innovation at scale. Your role is crucial in defining and executing technical vision while fostering a culture of engineering excellence. You will establish and scale engineering practices that enable sustainable growth while ensuring alignment between technical initiatives and business objectives.
 
Supervisory Responsibilities: 
This position has direct supervisory responsibilities. 
 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 
Define and execute technical strategies aligned with organizational objectives
Lead and mentor engineering leaders fostering their growth and effectiveness
Drive organizational design and scaling strategies
Establish engineering excellence programs and centers of innovation
Partner with cross-functional leadership to shape product strategy
Guide tool and technology selection across the organization
Drive innovation and modernization initiatives
Oversee architecture and design of large-scale software systems
Establish and scale engineering best practices
Drive adoption of emerging technologies and methodologies
Lead technical evaluations and strategic decisions
Guide system scalability and performance initiatives
Ensure security and compliance across technical solutions
Manage technical debt at organizational scale
Drive resource planning and allocation strategies
Establish quality standards and metrics across organizations
Guide disaster recovery and business continuity planning
Oversee major incident management processes
Define and track organizational health metrics
Advocate for and contribute to deployment process improvements
Drive technology innovation and thought leadership
Build strategic partnerships and industry relationships
Guide organizational learning and knowledge sharing
Research and evaluate industry trends and disruptions
Influence technical direction through industry engagement
 
Skills/Abilities: 
Proven ability to lead and grow engineering organizations delivering large-scale software products
Extensive knowledge of software development principles architectures and best practices across the entire technology stack
Strong leadership mentorship and team-building skills to inspire and motivate large groups of engineers
Excellent communication and negotiation skills to influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization
Strategic thinking and ability to translate business requirements into technical strategies
Track record of successfully navigating complex technical landscapes and driving innovation
 
Education and Experience:  
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related field
10+ years of software engineering experience
8+ years of engineering leadership experience
Comprehensive understanding of front-end and back-end technologies cloud platforms and DevOps practices
Experience in overseeing development across multiple technology stacks and frameworks
Proven track record in developing technical roadmaps including work estimation and large-scale system modernization
Deep understanding of agile methodologies and their application in large engineering organizations 
 
Physical Requirements: 
Work is performed indoors with potential for exposure to safety and health hazards related to office work.

Could periodically travel to other office and operational sites.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
 
SelectQuote Core Values: 
Service: We create positive customer experiences. 
Entrepreneurship: We create innovate & take risks. 
Leadership: We build & invest in high-performing teams. 
Empowerment: We embrace a changing environment. 
Courage: We challenge the status quo & drive continuous improvement. Teamwork: We help support & celebrate each other.
 
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job.

They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required. At this time SelectQuote does not hire applicants who solely possess temporary work visas requiring employer sponsorship of any kind including but not limited to OPT, H-1B, L-1, O-1, TN, F-1, J-1, E-3, etc. SelectQuote Insurance Services does not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.

Our Benefits

The Compensation for this position is listed below. Local minimum wage laws apply. This information is posted pursuant to local requirements to provide applicants with information about what they might be eligible to receive.

Individual pay decisions will depend on job-related factors such as experience, education, skill, performance, and geographic location where work will be performed. Successful candidates may be able to participate in one or more incentive compensation or short-term incentive plans, which could generate additional earnings in accordance with the terms of each plan. We are proud to offer the following benefits:
Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
HSA/FSA
Voluntary Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and Short Term Disability
Voluntary Life Insurance for Self, Spouse and Dependent
Company-paid Basic Life Insurance and Long Term Disability
Retirement plan and Employer match contribution with Profit Share
Tuition Reimbursement program
Company perks and Discount program
Engaging Wellness and Financial Education Resources
Employee Assistance Program
Incentive Plans
 
Base Salary Minimum
$170,000
Base Salary Maximum
$190,000