Director, Product Development

**Build your future with Sovos.**

If you're seeking a career where innovation meets impact, you've come to the right place. As a global leader, Sovos is transforming tax compliance from a business requirement to a force for growth while revolutionizing how businesses navigate the ever-changing regulatory landscape.

At Sovos, we're dedicated to more than just solving compliance challenges - we're committed to making a positive and lasting difference in everything we do. Our teams operate on the modern edge of digital technology, working not only to solve complex business challenges but also to enrich our personal, professional, and local communities.

Our purpose-built systems provide the tools you need to thrive in a world where governments demand increased visibility, faster reporting and greater control over business processes. Excited about the possibilities? So are we

**The Work You'll Do**:
The Senior Director, Product Development provides strategic, operational, and programmatic direction for one of our product lines through software engineering and technology operations organization.

The leader position is accountable for overall technology vision and delivery within the product line. Responsibilities include increasing design practices and innovation throughout the business, executing on the product roadmap in alignment with strategic priorities, and improving processes related to SDLC and operational execution. Ultimately, the role delivers results across objectives, initiatives, and programs of the engineering teams and greater organization.
- More specifically, you will:_
- Lead the execution and delivery of a holistic technology roadmap for products, capabilities, and services to achieve annual and long-term strategies
- Work alongside the line of business Technology Leadership Team to develop the strategy and supporting initiatives, track key performance indicators, and assures technology plans are consistently executed within a dynamic business environment
- Recruit, hire, and develop high-performing talent and knowledgeable teams utilizing the company's proven selection methodology, company guidelines, and performance management process
- Partner closely with marketing and product leaders to establish strategy for SMB marketplace
- Own responsibility for overall technical direction of product line to ensure products are reliable, secure, and available
- Execute the product roadmap by actively partnering with Product team; work effectively with Product Managers and Product Owners to ensure delivery against agreed priorities
- Collaborate with other global Technology teams to execute projects and ensure optimal operation and availability of our products
- Collaborate and create a partnership with other customer facing departments like Professional Services, Support Team and Go To Market teams
- Participate in the creation and ensure adoption of global technology standards and best practices across the organization
- Ensure Sovos Organizational Clarity and Alignment is understood by local leadership and teams

**What We Need From You**
- Minimum of 5 to 7 years of leading and managing software development teams, with project management, resource management, and offshore resource management capabilities
- 7+ years of experience with running medium to large/complex projects with multiple dependencies
- Demonstrated leadership qualities, business acumen, executive presence, and ability to empower others to achieve excellence and achieve results
- Solid understanding of.NET technology and design, with preference for operating in Azure
- Experience with establishing and improving Scrum methodology and Agile practices
- Experience with establishing and improving CI/CD processes
- Demonstrated ability to effectively inspire and influence teams and partners
- Ability to execute at scale in a dynamic environment
- Ability to build strong relationships and promote collaboration
- Strong understanding of the software development cycle
- Strong leadership, project management skills, time management, and problem-solving skills

**What Does Sovos Offer You?**

The tools to enhance your life - because we want you to enjoy your life outside of work and inside
- Flexible Time-Off
- Comprehensive Health benefits
- Bi-Weekly Meeting Free Days
- Mentoring Programs
- Globally recognized Training and Development programs
- Virtual English Club through Rosetta Stone, and more

Sovos is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment that celebrates diversity and where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate against race, color, religions, national origin, age, sex, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic provided by law. At Sovos, all employees are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work.

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