About kueski kueski is one of the largest buy now, pay later (bnpl) and online consumer lending companies in mexico, providing financial services to consumers and connecting the mexican economy through its innovative product ecosystem. This ecosystem consists of kueski pay, the company's bnpl product available online and in-store, and kueski cash, its personal loans product. Founded in 2012 with the mission of making the financial lives of people in mexico easier, kueski leverages technologies such as artificial intelligence and big data to expand access to traditional financial products and services. To date kueski has raised over $300 million in equity and debt financing and, among its growing list of accolades, was recently named to cb insights' fintech 250 list. Purpose as the director, you are responsible for building and retaining a world-class team of engineers and leaders that take ownership of creating value within their domain. You will make sure that the team delivers, is working at a sustainable, continuously improving pace, and is satisfied with the job and the work that is being performed. You will be working closely with several other departments, such as account management, operations and marketing, to ensure we are effectively aligning company-wide efforts towards solving our clients’ problems. Key responsibilities technical leadership
provide strategic vision and technical leadership to software engineering teams, aligning with the organization's overall goals and objectives.
Set the technical direction, standards, and best practices for software development and architecture.
Drive innovation, stay updated on industry trends, and ensure the adoption of new technologies when appropriate.
Team management
manage and mentor a team of software engineers, fostering their growth and professional development
define roles, responsibilities, and career paths within the engineering team.
Build a collaborative and motivated engineering culture that promotes excellence, innovation, and continuous learning.
Lead recruitment efforts to attract top engineering talent, conducting interviews and assessments.
Project and delivery management
oversee the planning, execution, and successful delivery of software projects, ensuring they meet quality, timeline, and budget expectations.
Collaborate with product managers to prioritize features and align development efforts with business goals.
Manage resource allocation, task assignments, and project timelines.
Technical strategy and architecture
develop and communicate the technical strategy, architectural vision, and roadmap for software products
ensure software solutions are scalable, maintainable, and aligned with long-term business objectives
evaluate and recommend technologies, tools, and frameworks that enhance development efficiency and product quality.
Establish and enforce coding standards, testing procedures, and development methodologies
ensure software quality through code reviews, testing strategies, and quality assurance processes
drive a culture of quality, security, and reliability in software development
collaboration and communication
collaborate cross-functionally with product management, design, qa, devops, and other teams to ensure seamless software development and delivery
communicate effectively with executive leadership, stakeholders, and teams to provide project updates, status reports, and technical insights
position requirements bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field
10+ years of progressive experience in software engineering, with at least 5 years in leadership roles
proven track record of leading and managing multiple software engineering teams
extensive experience in software architecture, technical strategy, and project management
strong understanding of software development methodologies, architectural principles, and emerging technologies
exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams
demonstrated ability to drive innovation, technical excellence, and collaboration across teams
experience working in a fast-paced, agile environment with a focus on delivering high-quality software products
strong problem-solving abilities and strategic thinking, with the ability to make informed decisions
familiarity with budget management, resource allocation, and organizational planning
advanced and assertive communication skills in oral and written english and spanish
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