Join us now in the role of Senior Director Platform Engineering and be part of a World-Class Payments Software Company, for our office in Norcross, Georgia.
Role Overview
The Senior Director of Platform Engineering is a key role at ACI, driving and overseeing the technical vision and the overall management of the platform software development function. You will collaborate with internal teams to create and refine a platform roadmap, adopting a “platform-as-internal-product” approach. This role is responsible for leading and directing global platform engineering teams to ensure the successful design, implementation, and maintenance of platforms providing golden paths from development and testing through staged promotions to production. These golden paths:
Reduce the cognitive load for software engineers in product development, giving them a quick and productive path to build microservices and containerized software
Ensure security and compliance needs are met automatically, and automated where possible
Reduce toil through automation and the automatic creation of artifacts
Foster self-service capabilities for approved software engineers, avoiding ticketOps where practically possible
As Senior Director of Platform Engineering you will ensure the team’s alignment with organizational goals, adherence to best practices, and the delivery of high-quality software solutions.
Job Responsibilities
Plan, direct and maintain key projects related to establishing PaaS based solutions.
Leads, consults and collaborate with cross functional teams including management on all aspects of these platforms as needed
Manages relationships with external vendors and partners to ensure the delivery of high-quality platform solutions.
Partners with internal teams to find areas of opportunities for automation and to modernize development processes and environments.
Oversees the budget for the platform engineering department, ensuring efficient allocation of resources.
Stays informed with industry trends and technological advancements to provide best in class guidance on technical insights, enhance product offerings, and foster innovation.
Provides leadership to a team of management staff, including hiring, mentoring and evaluating performance.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Understand and adhere to all corporate policies to include but not limited to the ACI Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience required for the job
Bachelor’s degree in business, computer science and/or equivalent work experience.
12+ years experience in software development or engineering or related experience.
5+ years leadership experience required, managing large global teams and complex projects.
Superior leadership, mentorship and interpersonal abilities
Excellent analytical skills
Strong project management capabilities
Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
Why Join Us
Be part of a dynamic and innovative team that values creativity and collaboration.
Work on cutting-edge technology that impacts millions of users worldwide.
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Opportunities for professional growth and development.
Work Environment
Standard Work Environment
Majority time spent on PC (Phys. Req.)
Travel required, may be domestic or international
Benefits: In return for your expertise, we offer growth, opportunity, and a competitive compensation and benefits package in a casual work environment.
Are you ready to help us transform the world of electronic payments? To learn more about ACI Worldwide, visit our web site at www.aciworldwide.com Job ID (Requisition #16897)
ACI Worldwide is an AA/EEO employer in the United States, which includes providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, and an EEO employer globally
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