Director of Software Architecture & Engineering (Hybrid – Columbia, SC)
What You’ll Do:
API Strategy & Enablement
– Deliver an enterprise API strategy that unlocks composable services, accelerates integration, and aligns platform capabilities with business and technology goals
– Lead a high-performing API platform team to build scalable, secure, and performant APIs that enable rapid innovation and system interoperability
Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and Application Security (AppSec)
– Own and evolve the SDLC to drive consistency, agility, and quality across engineering teams, improving delivery velocity and reducing rework
– Standardize developer experience through intuitive tooling, clear documentation, and streamlined onboarding, enhancing productivity and retention
– Embed security into the development lifecycle by co-designing a secure-by-design AppSec program with the CISO, leveraging shift-left principles and automation
– Enable proactive threat detection through early warning systems and continuous security validation, reducing vulnerabilities before deployment
DevOps & Automation and Cloud-Native Development
– Establish and scale DevOps patterns that improve release frequency, reduce manual effort, increase system reliability through CI/CD, infrastructure as code, and automation
– Optimize operational efficiency by embedding observability, performance monitoring, and automated rollback mechanisms into delivery pipelines
– Accelerate adoption of modern cloud-native technologies by partnering with Cloud Architecture to implement serverless, container orchestration, and event-driven patterns
– Foster a culture of experimentation and iteration, empowering teams to deliver with speed, confidence, and a bias toward learning and improvement
What You’ll Need:
– Education & Experience: Bachelor’s or master’s in computer science, IT, or related field, or equivalent experience; 10+ years in software engineering and IT leadership.
– Cloud-Native Expertise: Proven ability to design and deploy cloud-native applications using serverless and containerized architectures (AWS, Azure, Docker, Kubernetes).
– API Strategy & Integration: Deep knowledge of API-first design, lifecycle management, and integration platforms (e.g., MuleSoft), including REST, GraphQL, and security models.
– DevOps & Automation: Strong background in CI/CD pipeline design, infrastructure as code (Terraform), and automated testing frameworks.
– Regulatory Compliance: Experience in secure development practices and audit-ready workflows within regulated environments, preferably financial ser vices.
– Certifications (Preferred): Cloud architecture (AWS), API/integration (MuleSoft), DevOps (Kubernetes, Terraform), and security (CISSP, CCSP).
– Developer Experience Advocacy: Track record of improving developer productivity through tooling, process optimization, and self-service platforms.
