Director, Software Engineering

Description

It’s an exciting time to be at Infoblox. Named a Top 25 Cyber Security Company by The Software Report and one of Inc. magazine’s Best Workplaces for 2020, Infoblox is the leader in cloud-first networking and security services. Our solutions empower organizations to take full advantage of the cloud to deliver network experiences that are inherently simple, scalable, and reliable for everyone. Infoblox customers are among the largest enterprises in the world and include 70% of the Fortune 500, and our success depends on bright, energetic, talented people who share a passion for building the next generation of networking technologies—and having fun along the way. 

We are looking for a Director, Software Engineering to join our Universal DDI Team in Burnaby, Canada. In this role, you will provide technical leadership and direct management to Development teams around the world. Your teams will leverage cutting-edge technology, contribute to open-source initiatives, and use our microservice-based architecture to build cloud-based network service offerings. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a strong, growing, successful, and innovative organization. Infoblox allows you to thrive in a unique work environment where the emphasis is on career growth, excellence, innovation, and collaboration. 

You are the ideal candidate if you are driven to collaborate across teams, are passionate about championing engineering best practices, and are results driven. 

What you’ll do: 

• Oversee agile teams in a continuous integration environment, build multiple products on a shared, microservice-based platform, and reliably deliver high-quality content on schedule Manage and facilitate multiple Development teams to ensure development efforts meet corporate quality objectives and launch targets 
• Drive product development from requirements to delivery, work with Product Management to define user stories, manage development sprints, and coordinate development efforts with other teams 
• Champion development best practices within the organization, including but not limited to design, architecture, re-use, performance, and quality 
• Prioritize and manage resource allocations based on changing business priorities, direction, and budget 
• Attract, recruit, and retain capable individuals to build high-performing teams and establish mission and purpose for individuals and teams 
• Perform career coaching and personal development, evaluate performance, including team input, and provide guidance and corrective actions 
• Interact with executive management about development issues and opportunities 

What you will bring:

• 20+ years of experience in software technology with at least 5 years of experience building and mentoring high-performance development teams 
• History of leading teams to deliver innovative, easy-to-use, high-performing enterprise SaaS applications 
• Demonstrated ability to hire, build, coach, and manage a world-class development organization 
• Solid architecture skills and technology knowledge, ability to lead and participate in architecture, design, and technology discussions, and the ability to facilitate the process of resolving challenging technical and architectural issues within and across groups
• Good knowledge of agile development process and CI/CD environments, specifically related to SaaS-based applications 
• Knowledge of cloud-based infrastructures; Docker, Kubernetes, and AWS are a big plus 
• Knowledge in developing and debugging in system and/or object-oriented languages such as Go, C/C++, Java, Python, or similar in a Linux environment 
• Excellent knowledge of software design, data structures, and algorithms 
• Networking knowledge and experience with DNS and DHCP protocols is a plus 
• Familiarity with database design, scalability, and performance is strongly desired 
• Strong knowledge in software design, data structures, and algorithms 
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering is required; master’s degree preferred 

 What success looks like: 

After six months, you will… 

• Develop your knowledge of our cloud-based application platform, micro-service architecture, and our development processes 
• Lead multiple geographically diverse development teams, delivering value to our customers with our agile CI/CD pipelines 

 After about a year, you will… 

• Work with our Engineering and Product Management teams to define requirements and design new applications for our cloud-managed SaaS solutions 
• Champion quality, innovation, and efficiency in our development tools, architecture, and processes 
• Facilitate the successful adoption of our SaaS products by working with our customers, identifying enhancements, and prioritizing development 
• Act as our senior site leader at our Burnaby development office 

 We’ve got you covered:

Our holistic benefits package includes coverage of your health, wealth, and wellness—as well as a great work environment, employee programs, and company culture. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including a Provident Fund with company match and generous paid time off to help you balance your life. We have a strong culture and live our values every day—we believe in transparency, curiosity, respect, and above all, having fun while delighting our customers.

Speaking of a great work environment, here are just a few of the perks you may enjoy…

• Onsite massages, clubs, farmers market, and fitness classes
• Onsite cafeteria and catering with “chef-on-site” days
• Electric vehicle charging stations
• Outdoor amenities, seating, and courtyard BBQ
• Newly remodeled office with state-of-the-art amenities
• Perks may vary dependent on location 

Why Infoblox? 

We’ve created a culture that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion and rewards innovation, curiosity, and creativity. We achieve remarkable results by working together in a supportive environment that focuses on continuous learning and embraces change. So, whether you’re a software engineer, marketing manager, customer care pro, or product specialist, you belong here, where you will have the opportunity to grow and develop your career. Check out what it’s like to be a Bloxer. We think you’ll be excited to join our team. 

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