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Energy Jobline ZR

Director of Software Engineering in Glen Allen

Energy Jobline ZR, Glen Allen, Virginia, United States, 23060

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Job Title Director of Software Engineering

Location On-site in Glen Allen, VA

We are seeking an accomplished Director of Software Engineering to lead our engineering teams at the forefront of modern insurance technology. As an insurance company committed to leveraging cutting‑edge tools, data, and platforms, we’re building scalable systems that improve underwriting precision, claims efficiency, and customer experience.

The Director of Software Engineering reports directly to the CIO and will help drive technical excellence, build high-performing engineering teams, and align technology initiatives with business strategy. This role is ideal for a leader who thrives in dynamic environments, embraces innovation, and can balance modern engineering practices with the unique needs of the insurance industry.

Key Responsibilities Leadership & Strategy

Define and execute the software engineering vision, strategy, and roadmap in alignment with business goals.

Partner with product, underwriting, claims, actuarial, and other leaders to ensure technology supports core insurance functions.

Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Team Development & Management

Build, mentor, and scale high-performing engineering teams collaborating across multiple disciplines (application development, program management, data engineering, DevOps, QA).

Implement career development frameworks, mentorship initiatives, clear performance expectations, and succession planning.

Technology & Architecture

Oversee architecture and design of secure, scalable, and resilient cloud platforms.

Champion best practices in the software lifecycle, microservices, APIs, data streaming, data pipelines, and AI/ML integrations.

Ensure software quality through modern practices (CI/CD, automated testing, code reviews, observability).

Execution & Delivery

Drive successful execution of projects from concept to delivery with a focus on timeliness, budget, and quality.

Balance innovation with regulatory compliance, security, and reliability requirements inherent in insurance.

Collaborate with cloud engineering, cybersecurity, and compliance teams to ensure adherence to industry standards.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

10+ years of progressive experience in software engineering, with at least 5 years in leadership roles.

Proven track record of leading engineering teams in financial services, insurance, or other highly regulated industries.

Hands‑on experience with cloud platforms (AWS).

Deep knowledge of modern [frameworks], microservices, APIs, and event‑driven architecture.

Familiarity with data engineering, advanced analytics, and AI/ML applications in insurance is highly desirable.

Strategic thinker with strong business acumen and the ability to connect technology with business value.

Excellent communication skills for engaging with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Experience building inclusive, diverse, and distributed engineering teams.

Benefits Overview

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans. FSA/HSA plans available.

Basic Life/AD&D/Short Term/Long Term coverage.

401(k) – Company match of up to 6%

Flexible PTO plan, 11 paid company‑wide holidays, plus your birthday off.

Recognized as a Top Workplace by Richmond Times‑Dispatch.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Richmond is an equal employment opportunity employer, the Company’s employment decisions and practices are not and will not be unlawfully influenced or affected by , color, creed, , , , , , genetic information, veteran status, uniformed services, (including transgender status, gender or expression), gender, traits historically associated with , such as hairstyle, , childbirth, or related medical conditions or on any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy of equal employment opportunity applies to all policies and procedures relating to recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment.

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