Job Details

Director of Software Engineering - Enterprise Applications / Microsoft Stack (Azure, .NET, AI/Automation)
Location: Flexible (Preference for Greenville, SC; also open to Atlanta, GA or Charlotte, NC)
Pay:
• Greenville: $210,210 - $280,280
• Atlanta: $219,900 - $293,150
• Charlotte: $216,000 - $288,000
Bonus Eligible
Schedule: Flexible / Remote-Friendly

Our client is a nationally recognized organization known for its innovation in technology and commitment to operational excellence. With a strong focus on modernizing platforms and leveraging AI-driven solutions, they are evolving their engineering organization to support scalable, forward-thinking development practices across a complex enterprise environment.

They are looking for you, an experienced Director of Software Engineering, to lead a large-scale engineering organization and oversee a portfolio of 300+ applications. This is a direct hire opportunity offering high visibility, executive partnership, and the ability to drive enterprise-wide transformation.

What you get to do:
• Lead and scale a distributed engineering organization (40-50+ resources, including offshore)
• Own a complex application portfolio (300+ systems across internal and client-facing platforms)
• Drive modernization initiatives across Azure cloud, AI, automation, and integrations
• Oversee Agile/Scrum delivery across engineering, architecture, BA, DB, and RPA teams
• Act as a "general contractor" aligning people, process, and technology for optimal delivery
• Partner with executive stakeholders and business leaders to drive innovation
• Lead high-impact initiatives, including migration to a Salesforce-based platform
• Enable AI-driven automation and citizen development across the organization

What you need to succeed:
• 15+ years of enterprise technology experience with 8+ years in leadership roles
• Bachelor's degree required (Master's preferred in CS, IT, or related field)
• Strong background in Microsoft ecosystem: Azure, .NET/C#, SQL Server
• Proven experience leading mid-to-large engineering teams and large application portfolios
• Experience driving AI/automation initiatives in enterprise environments
• Expertise in APIs, microservices, data platforms, and cloud governance
• Strong Agile/DevOps experience (CI/CD, GitHub, SDLC best practices)
• Ability to operate at both strategic and execution levels with executive presence

What's in it for you:
• Highly competitive compensation + bonus eligibility
• Comprehensive benefits: 401(k), PTO, medical/dental/vision coverage
• Flexible, remote-friendly work environment
• Opportunity to lead enterprise-wide modernization and AI transformation
• High-impact role with direct visibility to executive leadership
• Collaborative, stable organization with long-term growth and innovation focus

Apply now! One of our recruiters will review your profile and be in touch if you're a fit.