Director of Engineering - Applications

You will lead a high-caliber software engineering team that is central to our value proposition and crucial to the success of our company. Product engineering teams at Cohere work with a high degree of autonomy to solve complex problems across the business, partnering closely with product and design.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develops and executes technical educational training.
• Clear pattern-matching ability when it comes to recognizing talent.
• Able to explain what teams are working on and why to anyone in the company.
• Maximizes delivered value within budgetary constraints.
• Develop and deploy productivity systems to help teams grow in capability.
• Implement performance management programs to identify and promote talent.
• Grow and contract teams as business opportunities change and emerge.
• Foster a culture where teams feel stimulated by their work and passionate about their role.
• Achieve inspiring outcomes sustainably, maximizing retention.
• Promote Cohere as a premier employer and engineering powerhouse.
• Leadership and Management:
• Lead and manage engineering teams, including recruitment, mentorship, and performance evaluation.
• Foster a collaborative and innovative culture within the engineering department.
• Develop and implement strategic plans for the engineering department in alignment with the company’s goals.
• Project Management:
• Oversee multiple engineering projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.
• Set project timelines, priorities, and deliverables.
• Coordinate with other departments, such as product management and marketing, to ensure project success.
• Technical Expertise:
• Provide technical guidance and support to engineering teams.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies.
• Ensure the implementation of best practices and standards in software development and engineering processes.
• Product Development:
• Work closely with product management to define product requirements and specifications.
• Oversee the design, development, and deployment of products and features.
• Ensure the scalability, security, and performance of products.
• Quality Assurance:
• Establish and maintain quality assurance processes and standards.
• Ensure that products meet quality and regulatory standards before release.
• Implement and monitor testing procedures and protocols.
• Strategic Planning:
• Contribute to the company’s overall strategy and business planning.
• Identify opportunities for technological advancements and innovation.
• Develop long-term plans for technology development and deployment.
• Stakeholder Communication:
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, including executives, customers, and team members.
• Provide regular updates on project status, technical challenges, and departmental performance.
• Address and resolve any issues or concerns raised by stakeholders.
• Compliance and Security:
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and company policies.
• Implement and maintain robust security protocols to protect company data and intellectual property.
• Conduct regular security audits and risk assessments.
• Continuous Improvement:
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement within the engineering department.
• Implement processes to collect and analyze feedback to improve product quality and team performance.
• Encourage professional development and training for engineering staff.

Desired Profile:

• 4+ years of experience managing software engineering teams in a fast-paced, agile environment.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field or equivalent experience
• Proven track record of delivering high-quality software on time and within budget
• Experience with Java, React & AWS
• Previous experience as a product-oriented team lead with expertise in one or more programming languages and frameworks
• Prior experience building a team and coaching it to success
• Prior experience in healthcare or life sciences.

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