About the job
We are seeking an accomplished Director of Engineering (Apps) (f/m/x) to spearhead our 'Apps' business domain as we continue to expand. In this role, you will shape our technical strategy and cultivate empowered teams that drive our mission of making solar energy accessible to all.
The ideal candidate will possess exceptional technical expertise and strong leadership abilities. A critical aspect of this position involves harmonizing architecture across various teams.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership & Architecture
- Define technical direction for seamless integration between teams and external systems.
- Act as the domain representative in pivotal decision-making processes.
- Oversee the review of RFCs, guide architectural choices, and contribute to the evolution of our system landscape.
- Facilitate the shift from project-based initiatives to product-centered development.
Team Development & Management
- Lead and mentor Engineering Managers and Staff Engineers.
- Empower teams to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
- Strategically scale teams in alignment with a projected growth of 30-50% over the next year.
Stakeholder Collaboration & Communication
- Collaborate equally with product counterparts to align on the domain vision and system architecture.
- Engage with stakeholders across sales, operations, and fulfillment.
- Make transparent decisions involving complex trade-offs across organizational boundaries.
Operational Excellence
- Drive pragmatic enhancements in engineering practices, including incident response, security posture, and user experience.
- Balance immediate business needs with long-term technical sustainability.
- Oversee domain-level planning and execution aligned with quarterly planning cycles.
- Establish metrics and processes that support team well-being and business impact.

