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RealPage, Inc. · 23 hours ago

Director, Engineering (Integrated Front Office)

RealPage, Inc. is transforming the property management industry through innovative software solutions. As a Director of Engineering within the Integrated Front Office, this role is responsible for leading multiple engineering teams to deliver mission-critical systems while collaborating closely with Product and cross-functional stakeholders.

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Responsibilities

Own delivery outcomes for assigned product and platform areas, ensuring commitments are realistic, predictable, and aligned with business priorities
Lead and manage multiple engineering teams (up to ~7 direct reports, including managers and senior engineers) across onshore, near-shore, and off-shore locations
Partner closely with Product leadership and stakeholders to develop and manage 12+ month strategic roadmaps aligned to business goals
Manage all aspects of assigned initiatives, from business case development through QA sign-off and release readiness
Ensure delivery against schedule and budget while balancing scope, quality, and technical risk
Provide effective leadership across global engineering teams, including offshore development organizations
Establish clear ownership, communication rhythms, and escalation paths to ensure alignment across time zones
Build strong working relationships with regional leaders to ensure consistency in execution, standards, and expectations
Foster a culture of accountability, trust, inclusion, and continuous improvement across distributed teams
Oversee the design, development, and implementation of enterprise-scale software products and systems
Ensure teams adhere to strong engineering fundamentals, including code quality, testing discipline, observability, operational readiness, and security
Lead technical analysis and design reviews to translate business and functional requirements into scalable software solutions
Act as an escalation point for complex technical issues, ensuring root causes are addressed and long-term improvements are implemented
Partner with Architecture to align platform direction, system design, and implementation practices
Develop, administer, and continuously improve engineering processes and standards within the assigned functional area
Identify and drive process improvement initiatives to increase delivery predictability, quality, and efficiency
Ensure unit, integration, and system test coverage expectations are met and enforced
Conduct in-process reviews and ensure quality gates are consistently applied
Support release cycles, including flexibility to work extended hours during critical delivery periods as needed
Consult with management and stakeholders to analyze potential projects, determine scope and priorities, and resolve customer or operational issues
Manage relationships with internal teams across RealPage to support system design, integration, and delivery
Negotiate and coordinate with consultants, vendors, and external partners as needed to support product development and delivery
Ensure appropriate documentation, internal enablement, and end-user training materials are delivered as part of releases
Build, coach, and retain high-performing engineering leaders and teams
Set clear performance expectations and provide ongoing feedback, coaching, and career development
Identify skill gaps, succession risks, and capacity constraints and proactively address them through hiring, development, or rebalancing
Promote a culture of ownership, accountability, and data-driven decision-making

Qualification

Engineering leadershipEnterprise-scale softwareAgile methodologiesC#ASP.NET / MVCSQLRelational databasesJavaScriptHTML5CSSPolyglot technology environmentsAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsLeadership skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field—or equivalent industry experience
Minimum 10 years of software development experience, with 5+ years in engineering leadership roles, including managing offshore teams
Proven experience leading the development and delivery of enterprise-scale software platforms and products
Strong understanding of modern SDLC practices, Agile methodologies, and SaaS delivery models
Experience operating in polyglot technology environments, with exposure to: C#, ASP.NET / MVC, SQL and relational databases, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach to decision-making
Excellent communication and leadership skills, particularly in distributed and cross-functional environments

Preferred

Experience managing products or platforms spanning multiple systems or technology stacks
Background in SaaS, enterprise software, or regulated environments
Familiarity with integrations, event-driven systems, or platform ecosystems
Experience supporting insurance, screening, or financial services-related products
Exposure to AI-enabled systems or intelligent automation is a plus

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement savings plan with company match
Paid time off and holidays
Professional development opportunities
Performance-based bonus eligibility

Company

RealPage, Inc.

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RealPage is the leading global provider of AI-enabled software platforms to the real estate industry.

H1B Sponsorship

RealPage, Inc. 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 (10)
2024 (19)
2023 (11)
2022 (11)
2021 (17)
2020 (7)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$105.04M
Key Investors
Camden PartnersApax Partners
2022-01-13Post Ipo Equity· $18.64M
2020-12-21Acquired
2011-09-15Post Ipo Equity· $6.87M

Leadership Team

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Dirk Wakeham
Chief Executive Officer
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Steve Winn
Chairman of the Board, President & CEO
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