Director, Software Engineering

Tricon Residential is an owner, operator and developer of single-family rental homes in the U.S. and multi-family apartments in Canada. Our commitment to enriching the lives of our employees, residents and local communities underpins Tricon's culture and business philosophy. We provide high-quality rental housing options for families across the United States and Canada through our technology-enabled operating platform and dedicated on-the-ground operating teams. Our development programs are also delivering thousands of new rental homes and apartments as part of our commitment to help solve the housing supply shortage. At Tricon, we imagine a world where housing unlocks life's potential.

We strive to be North America's premier rental housing company. Our business philosophy involves taking care of our team first - empowering them to provide our residents with exceptional service and to positively impact the local communities where we operate. By providing an enhanced living experience, our residents rent for longer periods of time, treat our properties like their own, and share their experience with friends and family. This is how we continue to grow, and it is an approach that has proven to generate positive returns for our stakeholders.

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Job Description

The Director of Software Engineering provides strategic leadership and direction for the software engineering team. They oversee the design, development, and maintenance of robust software solutions, ensuring exceptional user experiences. This includes guiding the writing of efficient code, managing databases, optimizing cloud infrastructure, and fostering collaboration across cross-functional teams. The Director of Software Engineering ensures the timely resolution of issues and bugs, maintaining the intuitiveness and engagement of Tricon's applications. This role is integral to the Enterprise Business Systems Team and collaborates extensively with various stakeholders within the department and across the organization.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following but are not limited to the job specifications contained herein. Additional duties or job functions that can be performed safely may be required as deemed necessary by supervisory personnel.

Mentor team members, fostering their professional growth and ensuring a positive and productive work environment.

Provide strategic leadership and direction for the software engineering team.

Create and implement the Artificial Intelligence (AI) strategy for the company, documenting clear milestones to inform the product roadmap

Ensure the integrity, effectiveness, and quality of peer reviews and code reviews across the team.

Inform the API strategy and ensure best practices are followed for scalability and reliability

Promote the development of efficient, reusable, and reliable code within the team.

Foster collaboration with both internal and external stakeholders to achieve key objectives and drive project success.

Ensure timely identification and resolution of bugs and issues in applications, identifying root causes and mitigation techniques

Participate inagile ceremonies, including grooming, planning, stand-up, review, and retrospective, focusing on teaching best practices and improving team proficiency.

Oversee the updating and maintenance of software documentation to ensure clarity and continuity.

Guide the team in monitoring application health and encourage proactive maintenance initiatives to improve reliability and performance.

Manage budgets and resources to ensure the successful execution of projects.

Advocate for and implement best practices in software development and cybersecurity.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive project success and innovation.

Assist department leaders with project estimates and timeline planning

Evaluate technology vendors for integration viability

Qualifications :

Demonstrated experience implementing AI solutions into existing systems to enhance userexperience and proficiency.

Understanding of low code BPM tools preferred.

Strong understanding of software development methodologies, including Agile and Scrum.

Expertise in software architecture and design patterns.

Excellent knowledge of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).

Demonstrated ability to manage and mentor engineering teams.

Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Proven track record of delivering high-quality software products on time.

Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Experience in budget management and resource allocation.

Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools.

Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices.

Ability to stay up to date with industry trends and emerging technologies.

Minimum Requirements :

Typically at least 10 years of proven experience in a leadership role within software engineering.

Physical Demands :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, including :

Frequently required to sit, talk, and hear.

Frequently required to stand and move; use hands to grasp, squeeze, finger, handle, and feel; reach, push, and pull with hands and arms; occasionally required to twist; reach overhead; stoop, kneel, squat, bend, and crouch.

Occasionally lift, carry, and move up to 10 pounds.

Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception.

At Tricon, we are committed to creating a workplace where every individual is valued for their unique contributions, experiences, voices, and backgrounds. By embracing these principles, we aim to positively impact our business and the communities we serve, creating a lasting legacy where everyone can thrive.

Salary Range

Placement within this compensation range will be determined by the candidate's knowledge, experience and skills.

153,140.00 - $306,280.00

Salary : $153,140 - $306,280