What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Engineering position at New York City Office of Technology & Innovation?
The Office of Technology and Innovation (OTI) leverages technology to drive opportunity, improve public safety, and help government run better across New York City. From delivering affordable broadband to protecting against cybersecurity threats and building digital government services, OTI is at the forefront of how the City delivers for New Yorkers in the 21st century. Watch our welcome video to see our work in action, follow us on social media @NYCOfficeofTech, and visit oti.nyc.gov to learn more.
At OTI, we offer great benefits, and the chance to work on projects that have a meaningful impact on millions of people. You'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and collaborate with other passionate professionals who share your drive and commitment to making a difference through technology.
About The Role
We are looking for an experienced leader who has a proven record of leading technical teams to modernize and deliver high quality tools and systems that meet user needs. As a Director of Engineering, you will work to align technical teams around strategy, planning and technical delivery at OTI and across the city. You have hands on experience developing high quality code and enterprise systems with ability to clearly communicate and help team members from many backgrounds to achieve solutions. A normal week will have you working with members of the team to prioritize work, align and implement enterprise technical solutions, coach and ensure high quality code across technical teams, build a strong and collaborative team culture and resolve issues across teams.
This position will report to the Chief Digital Strategy Officer to improve the digital experience for all New Yorkers. Responsibilities include:
Brooklyn, NY
SHIFT/HOURS:
Day - due to the necessary technical management duties of this position in a 24/7 operation, candidate may be required to be on call and/or work various shifts such as weekends and/or nights/evenings.
TO APPLY:
Special Note: Taking and passing civil service exams are necessary to maintain employment with the City of New York. Please check the Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) website (http://www.nyc.gov/html/dcas/html/work/exam_monthly.shtml) for important exam filing information. Please ensure that you are either a permanent employee in the civil service title listed on this posting, or, that you file for the examination when there is an open filing period. For more information regarding the civil service process, please visit the DCAS website at: http://www.nyc.gov/html/dcas/html/work/work.shtml
SUBMISSION OF A RESUME IS NOT A GUARANTEE THAT YOU WILL RECEIVE AN INTERVIEW
APPOINTMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO OVERSIGHT APPROVAL
OTI participates in E-Verify
Minimum Qualifications
The preferred candidate should possess the following: - 10 years of Software Engineering experience, including over 5 years of experience in leading engineering teams - Demonstrated ability of 5 years in building, developing, and leading highly effective engineering teams - Strong expertise in Frontend: ES6 JavaScript (React and/or Angular, native Web Components) - Strong expertise in Adobe Experience Manager Drupal TeamSite is a plus - Experience with Backend: Java, Python, NodeJS - Experience with Infrastructure: On-prem data center, AWS, Azure, and/or Google Cloud Platform, including serverless functions - Databases: SQL and NoSQL databases - Possess excellent problem-solving & analytical skills with ability to move from strategy to excellence in executional details - Proven record of leading projects with timely delivery and working experience in Agile development methodology - Results-oriented and demonstrate high ownership and accountability - Committed to bringing a can-do attitude to a bureaucratic environment and help set up other team members for success.
55a Program
This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
Residency Requirement
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
At OTI, we offer great benefits, and the chance to work on projects that have a meaningful impact on millions of people. You'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and collaborate with other passionate professionals who share your drive and commitment to making a difference through technology.
About The Role
We are looking for an experienced leader who has a proven record of leading technical teams to modernize and deliver high quality tools and systems that meet user needs. As a Director of Engineering, you will work to align technical teams around strategy, planning and technical delivery at OTI and across the city. You have hands on experience developing high quality code and enterprise systems with ability to clearly communicate and help team members from many backgrounds to achieve solutions. A normal week will have you working with members of the team to prioritize work, align and implement enterprise technical solutions, coach and ensure high quality code across technical teams, build a strong and collaborative team culture and resolve issues across teams.
This position will report to the Chief Digital Strategy Officer to improve the digital experience for all New Yorkers. Responsibilities include:
- Deliver online public-facing websites and tools from inception to launch including performance, accessibility, scalability, and security;
- Provide hands-on technical leadership, including mentoring, guiding, and motivating engineers across teams;
- Effectively communicate complex ideas and make compelling cases; clear and succinct communication across teams.
- Effectively collaborate with engineers, product managers, designers, collaborators and partners across the city;
- Oversee team growth, motivation and retention including hiring and performance management;
- Coordinate with technology partners across city government to deliver online applications;
- Jump in can code web applications if necessary, in order to deliver modern digital services to New Yorkers at low cost;
- Commit to building services that advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusivity;
- Manage special projects and initiatives as assigned.
Brooklyn, NY
SHIFT/HOURS:
Day - due to the necessary technical management duties of this position in a 24/7 operation, candidate may be required to be on call and/or work various shifts such as weekends and/or nights/evenings.
TO APPLY:
Special Note: Taking and passing civil service exams are necessary to maintain employment with the City of New York. Please check the Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) website (http://www.nyc.gov/html/dcas/html/work/exam_monthly.shtml) for important exam filing information. Please ensure that you are either a permanent employee in the civil service title listed on this posting, or, that you file for the examination when there is an open filing period. For more information regarding the civil service process, please visit the DCAS website at: http://www.nyc.gov/html/dcas/html/work/work.shtml
- Interested applicants with other civil service titles who meet the preferred requirements should also submit a resume for consideration
SUBMISSION OF A RESUME IS NOT A GUARANTEE THAT YOU WILL RECEIVE AN INTERVIEW
APPOINTMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO OVERSIGHT APPROVAL
OTI participates in E-Verify
Minimum Qualifications
- A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college including or supplemented by 24 credits in the field of voice and/or data telecommunications or in a pertinent scientific, technical, electronic or related area, and four years of satisfactory fulltime experience in the performance of analytical, planning, operational, technical, or administrative duties in a voice and/or data telecommunications or closely related electronics planning, management, and/or service organization, one year of which must have been in a highly specialized capacity and 18 months must have been in an executive, managerial, or administrative capacity or in the supervision of staff performing work in the voice and/or data telecommunications field; or
- An associate degree from an accredited college including or supplemented by 12 credits in the field of voice and/or data telecommunications or in a pertinent, scientific, technical, electronic or related area and five years of experience as described in "1" above; or
- Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" above. However, all candidates must have at least a four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and one year of the specialized experience as described in "1" above and must possess the 18 months of executive, managerial, administrative or supervisory experience as described in "1" above.
The preferred candidate should possess the following: - 10 years of Software Engineering experience, including over 5 years of experience in leading engineering teams - Demonstrated ability of 5 years in building, developing, and leading highly effective engineering teams - Strong expertise in Frontend: ES6 JavaScript (React and/or Angular, native Web Components) - Strong expertise in Adobe Experience Manager Drupal TeamSite is a plus - Experience with Backend: Java, Python, NodeJS - Experience with Infrastructure: On-prem data center, AWS, Azure, and/or Google Cloud Platform, including serverless functions - Databases: SQL and NoSQL databases - Possess excellent problem-solving & analytical skills with ability to move from strategy to excellence in executional details - Proven record of leading projects with timely delivery and working experience in Agile development methodology - Results-oriented and demonstrate high ownership and accountability - Committed to bringing a can-do attitude to a bureaucratic environment and help set up other team members for success.
55a Program
This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
Residency Requirement
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
