Director, Engineering

About this role:

This Director of Engineering role is a pivotal leadership position responsible for driving technical excellence and innovation across the organization. The position provides strategic direction, technical oversight, and leadership to the engineering department, focusing on PIMS (Practice Information Management System) initiatives. This leader will be instrumental in aligning engineering efforts with business objectives, fostering a culture of innovation, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, scalable software solutions. They will oversee complex projects, manage a diverse team of engineers, and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to drive technological advancements. The job is to successfully implement critical systems, mainly PIMS integrations, while continuously improving engineering processes and capabilities. Ultimately, this role is crucial in positioning the company at the forefront of technological innovation in its industry.

Apply if you're excited to:

• Lead, scale, and mentor a diverse team of engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence
• Develop and execute strategic engineering roadmaps, with a particular focus on PIMS initiatives, aligning technical strategies with overall business objectives
• Oversee the architecture, design, and implementation of critical systems, ensuring high-quality, scalable, and efficient software solutions
• Drive technical innovation by evaluating new technologies, methodologies, best practices and implementing them across the organization
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure engineering efforts support and enhance business operations and goals
• Manage resources, including budget allocation, hiring decisions, and vendor relationships, to optimize team performance and project outcomes
• Ensure the successful delivery of complex engineering projects, mainly PIMS integrations, on time and within budget while maintaining high standards of quality and reliability
  
  

About You:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in software engineering, including at least 5 years in leadership roles within global engineering departments
• Deep understanding of software development principles, best practices, and modern software architectures, including cloud technologies
• Strong project management and strategic planning abilities, with a track record of successful large-scale project implementations, particularly in PIMS or similar systems
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to manage global or non-US-based teams (Sri Lanka and Brazil)
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Capacity to make critical decisions in high-pressure situations, balancing tactical execution with strategic thinking
• Adaptability, openness to change, and ability to effectively work with vendors and partners
• Advanced proficiency in Python programming is nice to have
  
  

Benefits & Perks

• Medical coverage for employees and dependents (80-90% covered by employer)
• Employer HSA contribution with HDHP
• 401(k) match up to 3.5%
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Dental & Vision coverage available
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Flexible Time Off & 13 Paid Annual Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Pawternity Leave, Financial Pet Adoption Support & Subsidized Pet Insurance
• $250 Annual Stipend for Learning and Development
  
  

Annual base salary

Pay Range

$186,000—$202,000 USD

Petvisor is the parent company of a family of brands that includes PetDesk, Vetstoria, WhiskerCloud, Kontak, and Groomer.io. Petvisor equips veterinary practices and pet services businesses with a suite of mobile-enabled tools, facilitating better communication, service, and client retention. The company's innovative approach supports over 10,000 veterinary clinics, 400 grooming facilities, and over 20 million pet parents globally.

We are an equal opportunity and strive for a culture where everyone feels empowered to celebrate their whole, authentic selves at work. We encourage varied approaches and points of view to cultivate an inclusive workplace where difference is valued. Diversity fuels innovation and strengthens our bond with our customers and the communities we serve.

Our recruiting process is rooted in "Who: The A Method of Hiring" and consists of an average 2-week hiring timeline. This standardized interview process allows candidates to answer the same questions, experience the same process, and ensure a fair performance review from multiple perspectives.

Please, no external recruiters—candidate profiles submitted from external recruiting agencies will not be considered.

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