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BuildOps · 1 day ago

Director of Engineering

BuildOps is a rapidly growing technology startup focused on creating innovative software solutions for commercial contractors. As the Director of Engineering, you will lead the engineering strategy and execution, overseeing software development and ensuring the delivery of robust and scalable products.

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Responsibilities

Develop and implement a comprehensive engineering strategy that aligns with BuildOps' product development goals, ensuring scalability and innovation as the company grows
Establish and maintain engineering standards, methodologies, and best practices
Lead, mentor, and scale a team of engineers, ensuring continuous development and engagement of top talent
Collaborate with product management and customer success teams to ensure engineering excellence at every stage of product development
Drive architectural decisions to ensure robust and scalable software solutions
Oversee the design, development, and maintenance of both frontend and backend components
Ensure the effective use of modern technologies to increase development efficiency and innovation
Monitor and improve development processes to ensure timely and reliable releases
Define, track, and report on key engineering metrics (e.g., code quality, release velocity) to provide visibility into the product development process
Establish a process for continuous improvement of engineering practices
Work closely with QA teams to integrate testing processes into the Agile development cycle
Collaborate with product management to ensure clear understanding of product requirements
Foster a culture of innovation across the organization
Ensure that engineering efforts consider customer use cases and business requirements
Work with customer success teams to address customer-reported issues

Qualification

Engineering StrategySaaS ExperienceAgile DevelopmentMicroservicesCloud InfrastructureAnalytical SkillsLeadership SkillsCommunication SkillsCollaboration Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
10+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within a high-growth SaaS or technology company
Proven track record of leading engineering teams in an Agile environment
Expertise in modern software development practices including microservices and cloud infrastructure
Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills
Strong understanding of modern software development practices, including microservices, cloud infrastructure, and DevOps
Experience working with cross-functional teams, including product management, development, and DevOps
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to use data to inform decisions
Able to work in a fast-paced, dynamic startup environment and adapt to change
Ability to work a hybrid schedule - Monday/Friday WFH, Tuesday - Thursday, in office

Preferred

Master's degree

Benefits

Generous equity grant, become an owner in our company!
Macbook computer provided
A comprehensive benefits package
Flexible PTO and hybrid work schedules
Work from home stipend
Hubs in Los Angeles, Toronto, and Raleigh with hybrid work schedules and lunch provided for in-office days
Company events like BBQs and team-building activities, both in-person and virtual
Fast-paced, collaborative, and dynamic work environment
Opportunities for growth and career advancement
Chance to work with cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions
The chance to get in on the ground floor and build something truly groundbreaking for ourselves and our amazing customers

Company

BuildOps

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BuildOps provides a software platform for modern commercial contractors.

H1B Sponsorship

BuildOps has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (4)
2022 (1)

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$225.8M
Key Investors
Meritech Capital PartnersN47Fika Ventures
2025-03-21Series C· $127M
2023-05-18Series B· $50M
2022-05-24Series A· $43M

Leadership Team

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Alok Chanani
CEO
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Duncan Grazier
Chief Technology Officer
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