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Ready to be a part of the company transforming FinTech and how the world accesses banking services? Kinective connects banking technology with modern fintech to help banks and credit unions modernize and improve customer experiences. Kinective is the connector that bridges the technology gap and helps modernize the way banking works. Our 300+ team is focused on making life easier for clients and paving the way for banks and credit unions to modernize banking for everyone. We’re seeking a dynamic Director of Engineering (Data & Software) to define and execute our technological vision. This role combines deep technical expertise with strong leadership to inspire and guide engineering teams toward innovation, scale, and measurable business impact. You will be responsible for building and scaling our data platform, enabling AI/ML capabilities, and leading high-performing engineering teams. You will partner with product, analytics, and business stakeholders to unlock the value of data and machine learning to power customer experiences and drive growth. The ideal candidate has a proven track record of growing engineering organizations, fostering collaboration, and aligning technical strategy with company objectives. A forward-thinking mindset, strong architectural background, and passion for emerging technologies like AI/ML will be key to long-term success. This role reports directly to the VP of Engineering. What you’ll own
Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of software, data, and AI/ML engineering initiatives. Build and evolve a scalable data and machine learning platform that supports analytics, predictive models, and intelligent applications. Oversee engineering practices for data pipelines, model training, deployment, and monitoring. Develop and mentor high-performing engineering teams, driving technical excellence and professional growth. Partner with Product Management to define roadmaps, estimate projects, track development progress, and ensure successful launches. Establish technical goals and architectural standards aligned with business objectives. Recruit, onboard, and retain diverse technical talent while cultivating a collaborative culture. Collaborate with product, engineering leadership, and agile coaches to define and track KPIs for success. Oversee operational budgets for technology stack, infrastructure, and personnel. What you’re great at
Analytical thinker with an entrepreneurial mindset and a bias for action. Strong architectural and design expertise in modern software, data, and AI/ML systems. Hands-on familiarity with machine learning lifecycle management (MLOps) and integrating ML into production systems. Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and prioritization skills. Skilled communicator with the ability to influence across technical and business stakeholders. Builder of positive, learning-oriented team cultures that encourage innovation and ownership. Qualifications
7+ years of experience in software engineering, data engineering, or product development. 5+ years of experience leading and scaling high-performing technical teams. Expertise with cloud technologies (AWS) and modern data/ML platforms. Strong familiarity with Agile methodologies, Git, JIRA, and collaborative engineering practices. Experience with DevOps/DevSecOps and MLOps tools. Proven experience applying AI/ML techniques (e.g., NLP, recommendation systems, predictive analytics) to deliver business value. Background in a high-growth technology company. Why Kinective?
We’re transforming our industry.
You’re hopping into a rocket ship when you join the Kinective team. We aim to be the go-to banking technology enabler, giving customers freedom to choose any system, technology, or provider to scale innovation and integrate with their banking core. We’re the only ones doing that right now. We love our customers (and they love us, too).
Creating incredible customer outcomes is a unifying value, with over a 95% customer retention rate. All the benefits.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support health, well-being, and financial security, including flexible PTO and other perks. We’re cool people building cool stuff.
We value a workplace that supports hard work, collaboration, and growth. What does life at Kinective look like?
We believe balance is key. We know how to have fun, hit deadlines, collaborate, and provide feedback to help each other grow professionally. Our culture empowers team members to lead, uphold integrity, and value trust and respect. We promote from within and support personal development. Our Values
Deliver success.
We strive to exceed customer expectations and deliver quality service that creates long-lasting Kinective ambassadors. Grit with grace.
We face problems head on, respecting others along the way and pursuing progress through constructive dialogue. One Kinective.
Together, we win by embracing a better-together mindset. Build the future.
We pursue what’s possible and embrace change and innovation. The Team
You would be part of the Engineering Team and report to the VP of Engineering. Office Expectation
This role is HYBRID, with an expectation of 3 days a week in-office. Our hours are 8-5pm. Compensation
$160,000 – $180,000 The base salary range is shown for guidance. Compensation may include a discretionary bonus, equity offerings, and other components. All U.S.-based Kinective employees are offered a benefits package including: 401(k) contributions, flexible PTO and holidays, parental and caregiver leave, comprehensive health benefits, life insurance, wellness resources, and professional development opportunities. Apply
Please note that this role does not currently offer sponsorship opportunities. If you think you’re the right fit, apply and we can decide together. Take a deeper dive into all things Kinective at kinective.io
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Ready to be a part of the company transforming FinTech and how the world accesses banking services? Kinective connects banking technology with modern fintech to help banks and credit unions modernize and improve customer experiences. Kinective is the connector that bridges the technology gap and helps modernize the way banking works. Our 300+ team is focused on making life easier for clients and paving the way for banks and credit unions to modernize banking for everyone. We’re seeking a dynamic Director of Engineering (Data & Software) to define and execute our technological vision. This role combines deep technical expertise with strong leadership to inspire and guide engineering teams toward innovation, scale, and measurable business impact. You will be responsible for building and scaling our data platform, enabling AI/ML capabilities, and leading high-performing engineering teams. You will partner with product, analytics, and business stakeholders to unlock the value of data and machine learning to power customer experiences and drive growth. The ideal candidate has a proven track record of growing engineering organizations, fostering collaboration, and aligning technical strategy with company objectives. A forward-thinking mindset, strong architectural background, and passion for emerging technologies like AI/ML will be key to long-term success. This role reports directly to the VP of Engineering. What you’ll own
Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of software, data, and AI/ML engineering initiatives. Build and evolve a scalable data and machine learning platform that supports analytics, predictive models, and intelligent applications. Oversee engineering practices for data pipelines, model training, deployment, and monitoring. Develop and mentor high-performing engineering teams, driving technical excellence and professional growth. Partner with Product Management to define roadmaps, estimate projects, track development progress, and ensure successful launches. Establish technical goals and architectural standards aligned with business objectives. Recruit, onboard, and retain diverse technical talent while cultivating a collaborative culture. Collaborate with product, engineering leadership, and agile coaches to define and track KPIs for success. Oversee operational budgets for technology stack, infrastructure, and personnel. What you’re great at
Analytical thinker with an entrepreneurial mindset and a bias for action. Strong architectural and design expertise in modern software, data, and AI/ML systems. Hands-on familiarity with machine learning lifecycle management (MLOps) and integrating ML into production systems. Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and prioritization skills. Skilled communicator with the ability to influence across technical and business stakeholders. Builder of positive, learning-oriented team cultures that encourage innovation and ownership. Qualifications
7+ years of experience in software engineering, data engineering, or product development. 5+ years of experience leading and scaling high-performing technical teams. Expertise with cloud technologies (AWS) and modern data/ML platforms. Strong familiarity with Agile methodologies, Git, JIRA, and collaborative engineering practices. Experience with DevOps/DevSecOps and MLOps tools. Proven experience applying AI/ML techniques (e.g., NLP, recommendation systems, predictive analytics) to deliver business value. Background in a high-growth technology company. Why Kinective?
We’re transforming our industry.
You’re hopping into a rocket ship when you join the Kinective team. We aim to be the go-to banking technology enabler, giving customers freedom to choose any system, technology, or provider to scale innovation and integrate with their banking core. We’re the only ones doing that right now. We love our customers (and they love us, too).
Creating incredible customer outcomes is a unifying value, with over a 95% customer retention rate. All the benefits.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support health, well-being, and financial security, including flexible PTO and other perks. We’re cool people building cool stuff.
We value a workplace that supports hard work, collaboration, and growth. What does life at Kinective look like?
We believe balance is key. We know how to have fun, hit deadlines, collaborate, and provide feedback to help each other grow professionally. Our culture empowers team members to lead, uphold integrity, and value trust and respect. We promote from within and support personal development. Our Values
Deliver success.
We strive to exceed customer expectations and deliver quality service that creates long-lasting Kinective ambassadors. Grit with grace.
We face problems head on, respecting others along the way and pursuing progress through constructive dialogue. One Kinective.
Together, we win by embracing a better-together mindset. Build the future.
We pursue what’s possible and embrace change and innovation. The Team
You would be part of the Engineering Team and report to the VP of Engineering. Office Expectation
This role is HYBRID, with an expectation of 3 days a week in-office. Our hours are 8-5pm. Compensation
$160,000 – $180,000 The base salary range is shown for guidance. Compensation may include a discretionary bonus, equity offerings, and other components. All U.S.-based Kinective employees are offered a benefits package including: 401(k) contributions, flexible PTO and holidays, parental and caregiver leave, comprehensive health benefits, life insurance, wellness resources, and professional development opportunities. Apply
Please note that this role does not currently offer sponsorship opportunities. If you think you’re the right fit, apply and we can decide together. Take a deeper dive into all things Kinective at kinective.io
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