Versant Media · 19 hours ago
Senior Director, Workplace Engineering
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$190K/yr - $230K/yr
10+ years expVERSANT is a leading force in news, sports and entertainment, and they are seeking a Senior Director of Workplace Engineering to lead the future of workplace technology. The role involves empowering a team to design and implement innovative workplace solutions that enhance the hybrid work environment.
BroadcastingInformation TechnologyMedia and Entertainment
Responsibilities
Lead a world-class team of engineering directors and managers
Empower the team to design, build, and deploy the next generation of solutions that power our global offices
Integrate IoT, building automation, and collaboration systems with interior design and architecture
Build an iconic HQ that inspires employees and impresses guests
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree (or higher) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
10+ years of extensive software development experience, with a proven track record in a senior leadership or management role overseeing software engineers
Demonstrable experience leading the delivery of software products or platforms in a fast-paced, agile environment
Strong software engineering background with expertise in modern web technologies and cloud-based architectures (AWS, Azure). We value diverse language experience and a strong ability to apply engineering best practices across tech stacks
Experience in overseeing solution design and architecture, driving alignment with business objectives, and optimizing systems for scalability and modernization
Exceptional collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively communicate and partner with technical and non-technical stakeholders across all levels of the organization
A strategic mindset with strong problem-solving abilities, comfortable making technical decisions, reviewing designs, and guiding teams through complex engineering challenges
Preferred
Workplace Innovation: Experience building and integrating IoT and automation systems within a new building or a modern workplace environment
AI and Data Expertise: Familiarity with AI/ML concepts and experience integrating AI-driven tools or features into software products (e.g., chatbots, recommendation systems)
System Integration: Expertise in tightly integrating building technology with daily employee-facing systems to create a cohesive user experience
Leadership & Culture: A demonstrated ability to mentor developers, provide constructive feedback, and build a positive, innovative, and inclusive team culture
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k)
Paid leave
Tuition reimbursement
A variety of other discounts and perks
Company
Versant Media
Versant Media is a media company that offers television and digital entertainment services.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2026-01-05IPO
Leadership Team
Steve Arocho
Vice President Corporate Communications
Recent News
Business Wire
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