What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director, Software Engineering position at KCU?
About Us:
Kitsap Credit Union is a not-for-profit, member-owned financial cooperative with more than 300 employees and 14 branches throughout Western Washington. We have a passion for making a positive difference. As a $2 billion-asset credit union, we are deeply committed to our members’ financial wellbeing and the prosperity and quality of life in the communities we serve. We are proud to be led by individuals with the experience and skills to drive our organization towards our goals for strategic growth and operational excellence. Our KCU Cares Foundation program focuses on providing resources and support for those struggling with homelessness or hunger and improving the financial well-being of the people in our communities. And beyond monetary efforts, we have provided thousands of hours in staff volunteerism and in-kind support.
At Kitsap Credit Union, our success is built on trust-based relationships and personalized service. We understand our employees are key to our success. They provide the personalized service to our members and contribute to the communities where we live. We are committed to providing a supportive, mission-driven, and inclusive culture where employees can grow their careers. To learn more, visit kitsapcu.org.
About the Role:
Kitsap Credit Union is searching for a Director of Software Engineering to be responsible for providing direction and leadership to the software engineering and Salesforce teams. The position will plan, coordinate, direct, and roadmap activities for the credit union’s web technologies and Salesforce implementations, with particular focus on both meaningful outcomes and simplification to support the company’s business objectives. The Director will work closely with other departments to identify and recommend features for the web and Salesforce roadmaps, and then direct the team to develop, implement, and support the features that provide the organization with the most value. The ideal candidate will possess a strong hands-on development background, exceptional coaching and mentoring skills, and a proven track record of driving innovation and efficiency. Technical product management experience is a plus.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Lead and manage the software engineering and Salesforce teams, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to team members.
- Oversee the complete software development lifecycle of software applications and systems, including Salesforce.
- Collaborate with other departments to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
- Streamline intake of new projects and ensure workloads are evenly distributed and appropriate.
- Ensure that software projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.
- Prepare and present information on the status of software projects to stakeholders and management
- Develop and implement software engineering best practices, standards, and processes.
- Monitor and evaluate the performance of software applications and systems, making recommendations for improvements as needed.
- Conduct research to evaluate and recommend products for purchase and implementation.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies to ensure that the company remains competitive.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Proficient with software development tools and technologies, including C#, .NET, HTML, XML, CSS, JQuery, JavaScript, and Microsoft Azure Cloud Services.
- Experience with Microsoft SQL Server and SQL database programming.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
- Vendor management experience.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite software.
- Demonstrates a high level of engagement and active collaboration contributing to a positive team environment.
- Understand, model, and represent KCU’s core values.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION
- Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in software engineering, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
- Hands-on experience with full-stack development.
- Strong knowledge of software development methodologies and best practices.
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field is a plus.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION
- Master’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field.
- Experience working in a fast-paced, Agile development environment.
- Experience with Salesforce products a strong plus.
- Proven ability (including examples) of product road mapping.
- Familiarity with cloud computing platforms and technologies.
SUPERVISORY STATUS
This position supervises others and is responsible for being results oriented, collaborative, delegating effectively, and embracing the organization’s core values, ensuring team effectiveness.
WORKING CONDITIONS
This position will be required to work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, and, with or without reasonable accommodation is required:
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position for a minimum of 75% of the time.
- Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machines.
- Occasionally ascends/descends stairs.
- Constantly positions self in work environment.
- The person in this position frequently communicates with peers, supervisors, vendors, and employees to exchange accurate information and answer questions.
- Must be able to detect objects at a distance.
- On occasion will move up to 20 pounds of office objects.
- Works in an indoor office environment but expected to attend meetings in buildings that require travel in outdoor weather conditions.
Quick Facts:
Seniority Level: Director
Reports to: Vice President, Information Systems
Employment type: Exempt, Hybrid, Salaried, Full-time
Salary Range: $151,134.51 - $170,000 depending on experience
Bonus Target: 14% potential incentive of base pay
Grade: 16BC
Industry: Banking
What We Offer:
Not only are we one of the largest credit unions in Washington State, and growing, but we are also a company that cares about its employees. We back that up for our employees by offering competitive pay and a benefits package that helps support you and your family’s lifestyle. We value our employees, and we strive to keep our benefits comprehensive and affordable. Some of our benefits include:
- Free onsite parking
- Annual time off and sick time accrued
- 11 Paid holidays
- 1 Personal day
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Short- and Long-term Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Choose from a PPO medical plan or a High Deductible with a Health Savings Account
- 3% KCU funded Safe Harbor Contribution to your 401K
- KCU will match up to 2% of your 401K contributions
- All 401K contributions are 100% vested
- Potential annual incentive in all roles within Kitsap Credit Union
- Tuition reimbursement
- 8 hours of paid volunteer time off
- Discounts on KCU's products and services
We believe in the power of belonging – it’s in our DNA as a not-for-profit, member-owned cooperative. Our un-bank-like structure ensures that we remain all about people: our members, our employees, and the people in the communities where we live and work. We work hard to provide a collaborative and inclusive environment where you can grow and excel in your career.
We are dedicated to serving our members by providing personalized experiences, convenient access, and highly competitive products and services. But it goes much deeper than that. For more than 86 years, we have been relentless about making a positive difference in our communities. We understand that when our members and communities succeed, we all succeed, and that success can’t happen without great employees.
****** Employment is contingent upon satisfactory credit, background, and reference checks. Kitsap Credit Union is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants for employment will receive consideration without regard to sex, marital status, race, color, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status. ******
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Salary : $151,135 - $170,000
