Director, Software Engineering

Butler/Till is a results-driven marketing agency offering deeply collaborative client experiences, proprietary technology, and world-class partnerships. At Butler/Till, we take immense pride in our independent, women-owned and led status, our unwavering commitment to a purpose-driven approach, our B-Corp status, and our unique structure as a 100% employee-owned company (ESOP). SUMMARY The Director, Software Engineering is a leadership role responsible for overseeing the software engineering department's overall technical direction and execution.

This role involves managing engineering resources, driving strategic technical initiatives, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality software products that align with Butler/Till’s goals. The Director will work closely with cross-functional teams like product development and data engineering to define project scopes, set priorities, and foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. The ideal candidate excels in strategic planning, team leadership, and technical acumen, thriving in dynamic and collaborative environments.

The tech stack includes HTML5/CSS, Node.js, React, TypeScript, C#, Python, JavaScript, Docker, AWS, and Azure Services, supported by MS-SQL, PostgreSQL, and Snowflake databases. KEY OUTCOMES & RESPONSIBILITIES Key Outcome: Effective leadership and team management Key Responsibilities:

Lead, mentor, and manage engineering teams, including recruiting, performance evaluations, and professional development. Develop and implement engineering strategies that support the company’s business objectives and technology vision. Foster a collaborative and innovative team environment, encouraging knowledge sharing and continuous learning.

Oversee project planning, including defining technical requirements, setting timelines, and ensuring alignment with business goals. Ensure effective communication and collaboration across teams, including with product management, design, and operations. Key Outcome:

High-quality software delivery Key Responsibilities: Oversee the technical design and architecture of software systems, ensuring they meet performance, scalability, and security standards. Implement best practices for software development, including coding standards, code reviews, and quality assurance processes.

Drive the adoption of modern technologies and methodologies to enhance software development and operational efficiency. Monitor and manage engineering project progress, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality software solutions. Conduct regular reviews and assessments of technology and processes to identify areas for improvement.

Key Outcome: Strategic technical leadership Key Responsibilities: Define and drive the technology roadmap in alignment with the company’s strategic objectives.

Evaluate emerging technologies and industry trends, making recommendations for their adoption to enhance the company’s competitive edge. Collaborate with senior leadership to align engineering strategies with overall business goals and priorities. Represent the engineering department in executive meetings, providing updates on project status, risks, and achievements.

Key Outcome: Engage, retain, and enable performance of talent Key Responsibilities: Contribute and proactively manage talent plans.

Assess, hire, on-board, and grow role-appropriate talent. Manage a team; set clear, outcome-based performance goals. Establish and maintain development plans for each.

Provide effective feedback that enables employees to improve and work toward goals, while seeking feedback from team to enable inclusion and continuous improvement. Remove barriers to enable team outcomes. Provide opportunities for growth and development, while mentoring and inspiring employees to unlock their full potential.

Other Responsibilities:

Lead initiatives for process improvements and optimization within the engineering department. Develop and maintain documentation for technical processes, architecture, and project status.

Support cross-functional projects and initiatives as needed, including leading or contributing to strategic planning sessions. REQUIRED Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience. 10 years of experience in software engineering, with at least 5 years in a leadership role managing engineering teams. Proven experience in defining and executing technical strategies and driving software development initiatives.

Strong expertise in one or more programming languages and frameworks (C#, Python, Java). Extensive experience with software development best practices, including architecture, design, testing, and deployment. Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and lead cross-functional teams. Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively with senior leadership and other stakeholders. PREFERRED Experience leading engineering teams in a SaaS or tech-driven environment. Proven track record of successfully launching and scaling technology products.

Experience with cloud platforms and services (AWS, Azure). Background in modernizing legacy systems and implementing scalable solutions. CORE COMPETENCIES CUSTOMER FOCUS/CLIENT INTIMACY: seeking to understand client business challenges/needs and delivering continuous value to our clients. COLLABORATIVE: working with teams and across the organization with ease.

OWNER AGILITY: able to continuously learn and quickly adapt to changing circumstance. RESULTS DRIVEN: accepts accountability to deliver business outcomes, even under changing circumstances. Delivers on commitments.

DISCIPLINED: Thinks, plans, and prioritizes work on an ongoing basis, plans and aligns with key team members before acting. WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS The work environment and physical demands characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job, typically in an office setting or in a home office. An employee in this role may be in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods and using office equipment and computers.

The noise level in the office environment is usually moderate. (I.e., business office with computers and printers, light foot traffic, etc.). Reasonable accommodation may be requested to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Our dedication to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) is a cornerstone of our culture. We believe that the diversity and inclusivity of our workforce are sources of strength.

As you become part of our community, you'll discover that we are dedicated to creating a positive impact, not only for our clients but also for the communities where we live and work. EEO DISCLAIMER Butler/Till is an Equal Opportunity Employer to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

COMPENSATION Butler/Till is committed to providing pay transparency of our compensation philosophy and ensuring equitable pay practices for our employee owners. The compensation range for this position is $134,000.00- $188,000.00 and represents the annual salary range in Rochester, NY. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including location, skills, and experience.

This is just one component of Butler/Till’s total compensation package for employee owners. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including ESOP (employee stock ownership plan), an annual bonus, in addition to a full benefits package, and paid time off benefits, including 100% paid parental leave. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. J-18808-Ljbffr