Torchlight® · 2 weeks ago
Director of Engineering
Atlanta Metro
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$200K/yr - $200K/yrTorchlight Analytics LLC is a company that provides Behavior Based Insights™ to decision-makers in government and corporate organizations. They are seeking a Director of Engineering to lead the engineering team in developing and maintaining product lines while ensuring alignment with business objectives and driving innovation in cloud-based analytics solutions.
GovernmentInformation TechnologyPredictive Analytics
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead and direct a high-performing engineering team, providing mentorship, performance feedback, while actively contributing to hands-on knowledge of the code and architecture by dedicating time to key contributions
Architect and oversee the design of secure, scalable cloud solutions leveraging our API services and platform, ensuring adherence to best code practices, including code reviews, CI/CD pipelines, and maintainable, efficient codebases
Collaborate effectively and confidently with business stakeholders, serving as the primary technical liaison for high-value deal closures and translating complex expectations and requirements into technical roadmaps, prioritizing features that align with government and corporate needs in defense and intelligence sectors
Drive technical strategy for DOD-compliant systems, incorporating cloud architecture best practices, with a preference for GCP environments, to support custom integrations, data flows, and analytics capabilities
Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement, implementing agile methodologies, conducting architectural reviews, and ensuring engineering efforts directly support business growth and high-value deal closures
Partner with cross-functional teams, including Product, Sales, and Solutions, to provide technical feasibility assessments, risk mitigation, and strategic guidance throughout the product lifecycle
Develop and enforce good code practices across the team, including documentation, testing, and security protocols, while staying proactive on industry trends in cloud computing and analytics
Lean in aggressively to business initiatives, participating in executive discussions, workshops, and planning sessions to bridge technical and business domains effectively
Qualification
Required
Cloud Architecture Experience: Proven expertise in designing and implementing scalable cloud architectures on Google Cloud Platform (GCP), including integration patterns (e.g., REST APIs, webhooks), database management, and secure data flows. GCP Professional Cloud Architect or Professional Cloud Security Engineer certification is highly desired
DOD Experience: Demonstrated experience working with Department of Defense projects, including familiarity with compliance standards, security protocols, and government sector challenges
Good Code Practices: Strong understanding and enforcement of best practices in software engineering, such as clean code principles, version control (e.g., Git), automated testing, and code reviews
Strategic Team Development & Culture Building: Proven success in scaling and mentoring technical teams, and defining a high-accountability engineering culture focused on performance and continuous innovation
Business Collaboration: Skill in working closely with business units, translating stakeholder expectations into technical deliverables, and leaning in aggressively to align engineering with organizational goals
Problem-Solving & Analytical Thinking: Ability to diagnose complex technical and business challenges, design creative solutions, and drive execution in a fast-paced environment
Security Clearance: Ability to obtain a DOD SECRET Security Clearance
Proactive Learner: Self-driven, with a commitment to staying updated on cloud technologies, API advancements, and industry best practices
Preferred
Languages & Frameworks: Python, Go, and proficiency with a modern JavaScript framework (e.g., React, Vue)
Cloud & Data: Expertise in GCP services (GKE, Cloud Functions, Pub/Sub), PostgreSQL, and/or NoSQL databases
DevOps: Strong familiarity with GitLab CI/CD pipelines, Terraform, and advanced monitoring/logging (e.g., Prometheus/Grafana)
Company
Torchlight®
In a world of complex risks, Torchlight combines deep operational knowledge with AI-enabled behavioral analytics to foresee and mitigate emerging threats.
Founded in 2021
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
James Bourie
Chief Strategy Officer (CSO)
Recent News
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2024-04-12
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