Pattern
Director of Software Engineering - SaaS
Pattern, Lehi, Utah, United States, 84043
Job Description:
Are you obsessed with data, partner success, taking action, and changing the game? If you have a whole lot of hustle and a touch of nerd, come work with Pattern! We want you to use your skills to push one of the fastest-growing companies in the US to the top of the list.
Pattern is the leader in global e-commerce and marketplace acceleration, headquartered in Utah's Silicon Slopes tech hub-with offices in Asia, Australia, Europe, and the Middle East. Hundreds of global brands - including Bosch, Nestl, Stance, TUMI, and Panasonic - rely on the company's e-commerce acceleration platform to grow their online sales on direct-to-consumer websites, online marketplaces, and other digital channels in more than 60 countries, all while managing fulfillment and logistics. With last year's revenue exceeding $1 Billion, Pattern has been named one of the fastest growing tech companies in North America by Deloitte and one of best-led companies by Inc. We place employee experience at the center of our business model and have been recognized as one of Newsweek's Global Most Loved Workplaces®.
We need a Director of Software Engineering to lead and oversee the software engineering function in developing, releasing, and maintaining software applications and systems for an exciting new SaaS product at Pattern. This role will establish policies and procedures that produce high-quality software product and service.
This is a full-time role and will work a hybrid schedule based in Lehi, UT.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a day in the life of a Director of Software Engineering - SaaS?Lead software engineers to deliver innovative, high-quality SaaS products on a foundation of architectural and engineering excellenceWork cross-functionally with other roles and business teams to define, deliver, and support software and servicesGuide software engineers through planning, designing, coding, delivery, and support, driving the day-to-day technical decisionsOwn and continually improve the throughput and stability of product delivery and application lifecycle, in partnership with product and program managementDistill complex and ambiguous situations into actionable plans for your teamManage metrics for product delivery and developer performanceCommunicate and collaborate with clients, partners, and vendors on technical detailsProvide clear, actionable project and development advice for the organizationRecruit, grow, and retain engineering top talent with a strong background in SaaS developmentWhat will I need to thrive in this role?
B.S. or M.S. in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or applicable engineering or science field15+ years overall IT industry experience in the software development domain, with a strong emphasis on SaaS solutions10+ years of development experience10+ years of successful software project management experience or related experienceExpert understanding of Scrum methodologies and Agile practices5+ years of experience in policy definition and leadership team advisement5+ years in a management role reporting to executive levelProven track record of building and leading collaborative teams to produce significant, measurable resultsWhat does high performance look like?
Drives Strategic Impact:
Proactively identifies and executes on long-term strategic improvements, enhancing engineering processes and resulting in substantial gains in efficiency, product reliability, and client satisfaction.Cultivates a High-Performance Culture:
Builds a collaborative and innovative team environment with high employee engagement, achieving exceptional retention rates and attracting top-tier talent.Achieves Exceptional Delivery Outcomes:
Consistently delivers complex projects ahead of schedule and under budget, with an emphasis on architectural excellence, positioning the organization as a leader in SaaS development quality and speed to market.What is my potential for career growth?
As the Director of Software Engineering - SaaS, you will have opportunities for career advancement within Pattern. Additionally, you will have access to networking opportunities and continuous learning initiatives to support your professional growth.
What is the team like?
You will work with members of the software engineering team locally and overseas, and be supervised by Pattern's Senior Director of Engineering. You will also collaborate frequently with the Chief Technology Officer. This team is data driven and results oriented. You will collaborate regularly with members of your team to implement actionable solutions. Ideas and input are encouraged from all members.
Sounds great! What's the company culture?
We are looking for individuals who are:
Game Changers-
A game changer is someone who looks at problems with an open mind and shares new ideas with team members, regularly reassesses existing plans and attaches a realistic timeline to goals, makes profitable, productive, and innovative contributions, and actively pursues improvements to Pattern's processes and outcomes.Data Fanatics-
A data fanatic is someone who recognizes problems and seeks to understand them through data, draws unbiased conclusions based on data that lead to actionable solutions, and continues to track the effects of the solutions using data.Partner Obsessed-
An individual who is partner obsessed clearly explains the status of projects to partners and relies on constructive feedback, actively listens to partner's expectations, and delivers results that exceed them, prioritizes the needs of your partners, and takes the time to create a personable experience for those interacting with Pattern.Team of Doers-
Someone who is a part of a team of doers uplifts team members and recognizes their specific contributions, takes initiative to help in any circumstance, actively contributes to supporting improvements, and holds themselves accountable to the team as well as to partners.What is the hiring process?
Initial phone interview with Pattern's talent acquisition teamVideo interview with Pattern's Senior Director of EngineeringTechnical interview with another member of the software engineering teamCross-functional interview with a member of sales leadershipFinal interview with Pattern's CTOProfessional reference checksExecutive reviewOfferHow can I stand out as an applicant?
Discuss professional accomplishments with specific data to quantify examplesProvide insights on how you can add value and be the best addition to the teamFocus on mentioning how you would be partner obsessed at PatternShare experience on any side projects related to data and analyticsWhy should I work at Pattern?
Pattern offers big opportunities to make a difference in the ecommerce industry! We are a company full of talented people that evolves quickly and often. We set big goals, work tirelessly to achieve them, and we love our Pattern community. We also believe in having fun and balancing our lives, so we offer awesome benefits that include
Unlimited PTOPaid HolidaysOnsite Fitness CenterCompany Paid Life InsuranceCasual Dress CodeCompetitive PayHealth, Vision, and Dental Insurance401(k)
Pattern provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type 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.
Pattern is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Are you obsessed with data, partner success, taking action, and changing the game? If you have a whole lot of hustle and a touch of nerd, come work with Pattern! We want you to use your skills to push one of the fastest-growing companies in the US to the top of the list.
Pattern is the leader in global e-commerce and marketplace acceleration, headquartered in Utah's Silicon Slopes tech hub-with offices in Asia, Australia, Europe, and the Middle East. Hundreds of global brands - including Bosch, Nestl, Stance, TUMI, and Panasonic - rely on the company's e-commerce acceleration platform to grow their online sales on direct-to-consumer websites, online marketplaces, and other digital channels in more than 60 countries, all while managing fulfillment and logistics. With last year's revenue exceeding $1 Billion, Pattern has been named one of the fastest growing tech companies in North America by Deloitte and one of best-led companies by Inc. We place employee experience at the center of our business model and have been recognized as one of Newsweek's Global Most Loved Workplaces®.
We need a Director of Software Engineering to lead and oversee the software engineering function in developing, releasing, and maintaining software applications and systems for an exciting new SaaS product at Pattern. This role will establish policies and procedures that produce high-quality software product and service.
This is a full-time role and will work a hybrid schedule based in Lehi, UT.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a day in the life of a Director of Software Engineering - SaaS?Lead software engineers to deliver innovative, high-quality SaaS products on a foundation of architectural and engineering excellenceWork cross-functionally with other roles and business teams to define, deliver, and support software and servicesGuide software engineers through planning, designing, coding, delivery, and support, driving the day-to-day technical decisionsOwn and continually improve the throughput and stability of product delivery and application lifecycle, in partnership with product and program managementDistill complex and ambiguous situations into actionable plans for your teamManage metrics for product delivery and developer performanceCommunicate and collaborate with clients, partners, and vendors on technical detailsProvide clear, actionable project and development advice for the organizationRecruit, grow, and retain engineering top talent with a strong background in SaaS developmentWhat will I need to thrive in this role?
B.S. or M.S. in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or applicable engineering or science field15+ years overall IT industry experience in the software development domain, with a strong emphasis on SaaS solutions10+ years of development experience10+ years of successful software project management experience or related experienceExpert understanding of Scrum methodologies and Agile practices5+ years of experience in policy definition and leadership team advisement5+ years in a management role reporting to executive levelProven track record of building and leading collaborative teams to produce significant, measurable resultsWhat does high performance look like?
Drives Strategic Impact:
Proactively identifies and executes on long-term strategic improvements, enhancing engineering processes and resulting in substantial gains in efficiency, product reliability, and client satisfaction.Cultivates a High-Performance Culture:
Builds a collaborative and innovative team environment with high employee engagement, achieving exceptional retention rates and attracting top-tier talent.Achieves Exceptional Delivery Outcomes:
Consistently delivers complex projects ahead of schedule and under budget, with an emphasis on architectural excellence, positioning the organization as a leader in SaaS development quality and speed to market.What is my potential for career growth?
As the Director of Software Engineering - SaaS, you will have opportunities for career advancement within Pattern. Additionally, you will have access to networking opportunities and continuous learning initiatives to support your professional growth.
What is the team like?
You will work with members of the software engineering team locally and overseas, and be supervised by Pattern's Senior Director of Engineering. You will also collaborate frequently with the Chief Technology Officer. This team is data driven and results oriented. You will collaborate regularly with members of your team to implement actionable solutions. Ideas and input are encouraged from all members.
Sounds great! What's the company culture?
We are looking for individuals who are:
Game Changers-
A game changer is someone who looks at problems with an open mind and shares new ideas with team members, regularly reassesses existing plans and attaches a realistic timeline to goals, makes profitable, productive, and innovative contributions, and actively pursues improvements to Pattern's processes and outcomes.Data Fanatics-
A data fanatic is someone who recognizes problems and seeks to understand them through data, draws unbiased conclusions based on data that lead to actionable solutions, and continues to track the effects of the solutions using data.Partner Obsessed-
An individual who is partner obsessed clearly explains the status of projects to partners and relies on constructive feedback, actively listens to partner's expectations, and delivers results that exceed them, prioritizes the needs of your partners, and takes the time to create a personable experience for those interacting with Pattern.Team of Doers-
Someone who is a part of a team of doers uplifts team members and recognizes their specific contributions, takes initiative to help in any circumstance, actively contributes to supporting improvements, and holds themselves accountable to the team as well as to partners.What is the hiring process?
Initial phone interview with Pattern's talent acquisition teamVideo interview with Pattern's Senior Director of EngineeringTechnical interview with another member of the software engineering teamCross-functional interview with a member of sales leadershipFinal interview with Pattern's CTOProfessional reference checksExecutive reviewOfferHow can I stand out as an applicant?
Discuss professional accomplishments with specific data to quantify examplesProvide insights on how you can add value and be the best addition to the teamFocus on mentioning how you would be partner obsessed at PatternShare experience on any side projects related to data and analyticsWhy should I work at Pattern?
Pattern offers big opportunities to make a difference in the ecommerce industry! We are a company full of talented people that evolves quickly and often. We set big goals, work tirelessly to achieve them, and we love our Pattern community. We also believe in having fun and balancing our lives, so we offer awesome benefits that include
Unlimited PTOPaid HolidaysOnsite Fitness CenterCompany Paid Life InsuranceCasual Dress CodeCompetitive PayHealth, Vision, and Dental Insurance401(k)
Pattern provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type 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.
Pattern is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.