Tbwa Chiat/Day Inc
Senior Director of Software Development Charlotte, North Carolina, United States
Tbwa Chiat/Day Inc, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
Senior Director of Software Development - API
Charlotte, North Carolina, United States Role Overview The Senior Director of Software Development will lead the development of our shared platform and several core platform services. This leader will play a key role in enhancing our product platform, which leverages event-driven microservices and domain-driven design to ensure scalability and performance. The role will focus on ensuring a world-class developer experience, driving API strategy, and fostering easy integration for partners, customers, and developers into our platform. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, architectural vision, and deep technical expertise in microservices, platform architecture, and SaaS-based product development. This person will work closely with engineering teams, architecture, and product leadership to create a cohesive and efficient platform while ensuring high-quality product delivery. The job requires an extensive background in running enterprise agile teams, have deep knowledge in scaled agile practices, modern deployment practices, and agile leadership principles. What you'll do Oversee the development and scaling of cloud native shared & core platform services Lead the API strategy, focusing on consistency, ease of use, and seamless integration for customers, partners, and internal teams Drive the design and implementation of event-driven microservices architecture and domain-driven design principles to support scalable, resilient, and flexible systems across engineering teams Collaborate closely with product, engineering, and architecture teams to drive continuous improvements in platform performance, reliability, and scalability Foster a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and transparency, empowering teams to resolve challenges, experiment, and collaborate openly. Attract, develop, and retain top talent while providing career coaching, performance evaluation, and mentorship to ensure a high-performance organization that consistently meets or exceeds goals What we're looking for Proven experience leading teams responsible for platform services, microservices architecture, event-driven architecture, and API development in a cloud native & SaaS environment Significant understanding and knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices and procedures within the software engineering and architecture field Experience with API strategy and creating exceptional developer experiences Track record of building scalable and reliable software platforms Experience managing and leading Agile teams in a fast-paced software development environment Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field and 12+ years of enterprise software development experience with 8+ years of leadership experience Experience with leading teams building product platforms using domain-driven design Experience in the FinTech space highly desirable Experience with engineering software using the Microsoft stack of technologies desirable About AvidXchange
AvidXchange is a leading provider of accounts payable (“AP”) automation software and payment solutions for middle-market businesses and their suppliers. By trade, we are a technology company, but if you ask anyone who works here, they’ll tell you our people are at the core of who we are. We focus on creating a culture of Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging, and are proud to be a safe place where teammates can bring their whole selves to work. At AvidXchange, mindset is everything . We are
Connected
as People ,
Growth Minded , and
Customer Obsessed . Thesethree mindsets represent our culture – who weare, who we’ve always been, and they guide usto improve every day.Since our founding in 2000 in Charlotte, NC, we’ve created a company of over 1,600 teammates working across the U.S., or remotely. AvidXchange is proud to be Certified as aGreat Place to Work . The prestigious recognition is based on anonymous data from our teammates and makes official what our teammates have known for years – that AvidXchange is a Great Place to Work. Who you are: A go-getter with an entrepreneurial mindset – that meansyou arenot afraid of taking risks,winning bigorfacing the unknown. Someone who understands that business ispeople centric. Connecting with others as humans first allows you to develop mutually beneficial working relationships. Focused onmaking a difference for our customers. AvidXchange exists to help solve complex problems for our customers so we can all realize our potential. What you’ll get: AvidXchange teammates (we call them AvidXers) get the perks and prestige of a publicly traded tech company paired with the flexibility of a founder-led startup. We help our AvidXers develop as professionals and as human beings, providing work/life balance, development programs, competitive benefits and equity options. At AvidXchange, we are building more than a tech company – we are building an experience. We remain committed to a culture where you can fully be 'you’ – connected with others, chasing big goals, and making a meaningful impact. If you want to help us grow while realizing your potential and creating stories you’ll tell for years, you’ve come to the right place. 18 days PTO* 11 Holidays (8companyrecognized & 3floatingholidays) 16 hours per year ofpaid Volunteer Time Off (VTO) High Deductible Heath Plan Option that has $0 monthly premium for teammate-only coverage 100% AvidXchange paid Life Insurance 100% AvidXchange paid Long-Term Disability 100% AvidXchange paid Short-Term Disability Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Providescounseling services, legal and financial consultations and health advocacy for Teammates and their eligible dependents Onsite Health Clinic with Atrium Health - available to Teammates and their eligible dependents 401k Matchup to 4% Parental Leave: 8 weeks 100% paid by AvidXchange** Discounts on Pet, Home, and Auto insurance BrightDimeFinancialWellnessTool, offeredfree toteammates Perks at Work:free discount program that provides teammates the opportunity to save on items fromelectronics, movie tickets, car buying, vacations,andmore Onsite gym fitness center, yoga studio, and basketball court Tuition Reimbursement up to the federal maximum of $5,250*** Hybrid Workplace Flexibility Free parking *Fully granted from beginning of year, pro-rated if hired mid-year **Must be full-time for at least 3 months ***Must be full-time for at least one year AvidXchange is an equal opportunity employer. AvidXchange is committed to equal employment opportunity in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. AvidXchange will not discriminate against applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis. This includes, but is not limited to veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age and physical or mental disability. Create a Job Alert Interested in building your career at AvidXchange, Inc.? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email. Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf Are you open to relocating or traveling for this position if required? * Select... LinkedIn Profile Will you now or in the future require sponsorship to retain authorization to work in the United States full-time? (i.e. F1, OPT, H1-B) * Select... Are you legally authorized to work in the United States? * Select... Are you an active teammate at AvidXchange? * Select... Have you previously worked for AvidXchange? * Select... Have you ever been employed or worked with a staffing/contract agency to provide services for AvidXchange in the past? * Select... Have you ever been employed or worked for Price Waterhouse Cooper (PwC) in the past? * Select... Please provide your salary expectations for this role? Your response will help us better understand your expectations and ensure that our offer aligns with your career goals. * Primary Address Line 1 * Primary Address Line 2 Primary Address City * Primary Address State * Select... Primary Address Zip Code * U.S. Standard Demographic Questions
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Charlotte, North Carolina, United States Role Overview The Senior Director of Software Development will lead the development of our shared platform and several core platform services. This leader will play a key role in enhancing our product platform, which leverages event-driven microservices and domain-driven design to ensure scalability and performance. The role will focus on ensuring a world-class developer experience, driving API strategy, and fostering easy integration for partners, customers, and developers into our platform. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, architectural vision, and deep technical expertise in microservices, platform architecture, and SaaS-based product development. This person will work closely with engineering teams, architecture, and product leadership to create a cohesive and efficient platform while ensuring high-quality product delivery. The job requires an extensive background in running enterprise agile teams, have deep knowledge in scaled agile practices, modern deployment practices, and agile leadership principles. What you'll do Oversee the development and scaling of cloud native shared & core platform services Lead the API strategy, focusing on consistency, ease of use, and seamless integration for customers, partners, and internal teams Drive the design and implementation of event-driven microservices architecture and domain-driven design principles to support scalable, resilient, and flexible systems across engineering teams Collaborate closely with product, engineering, and architecture teams to drive continuous improvements in platform performance, reliability, and scalability Foster a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and transparency, empowering teams to resolve challenges, experiment, and collaborate openly. Attract, develop, and retain top talent while providing career coaching, performance evaluation, and mentorship to ensure a high-performance organization that consistently meets or exceeds goals What we're looking for Proven experience leading teams responsible for platform services, microservices architecture, event-driven architecture, and API development in a cloud native & SaaS environment Significant understanding and knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices and procedures within the software engineering and architecture field Experience with API strategy and creating exceptional developer experiences Track record of building scalable and reliable software platforms Experience managing and leading Agile teams in a fast-paced software development environment Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field and 12+ years of enterprise software development experience with 8+ years of leadership experience Experience with leading teams building product platforms using domain-driven design Experience in the FinTech space highly desirable Experience with engineering software using the Microsoft stack of technologies desirable About AvidXchange
AvidXchange is a leading provider of accounts payable (“AP”) automation software and payment solutions for middle-market businesses and their suppliers. By trade, we are a technology company, but if you ask anyone who works here, they’ll tell you our people are at the core of who we are. We focus on creating a culture of Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging, and are proud to be a safe place where teammates can bring their whole selves to work. At AvidXchange, mindset is everything . We are
Connected
as People ,
Growth Minded , and
Customer Obsessed . Thesethree mindsets represent our culture – who weare, who we’ve always been, and they guide usto improve every day.Since our founding in 2000 in Charlotte, NC, we’ve created a company of over 1,600 teammates working across the U.S., or remotely. AvidXchange is proud to be Certified as aGreat Place to Work . The prestigious recognition is based on anonymous data from our teammates and makes official what our teammates have known for years – that AvidXchange is a Great Place to Work. Who you are: A go-getter with an entrepreneurial mindset – that meansyou arenot afraid of taking risks,winning bigorfacing the unknown. Someone who understands that business ispeople centric. Connecting with others as humans first allows you to develop mutually beneficial working relationships. Focused onmaking a difference for our customers. AvidXchange exists to help solve complex problems for our customers so we can all realize our potential. What you’ll get: AvidXchange teammates (we call them AvidXers) get the perks and prestige of a publicly traded tech company paired with the flexibility of a founder-led startup. We help our AvidXers develop as professionals and as human beings, providing work/life balance, development programs, competitive benefits and equity options. At AvidXchange, we are building more than a tech company – we are building an experience. We remain committed to a culture where you can fully be 'you’ – connected with others, chasing big goals, and making a meaningful impact. If you want to help us grow while realizing your potential and creating stories you’ll tell for years, you’ve come to the right place. 18 days PTO* 11 Holidays (8companyrecognized & 3floatingholidays) 16 hours per year ofpaid Volunteer Time Off (VTO) High Deductible Heath Plan Option that has $0 monthly premium for teammate-only coverage 100% AvidXchange paid Life Insurance 100% AvidXchange paid Long-Term Disability 100% AvidXchange paid Short-Term Disability Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Providescounseling services, legal and financial consultations and health advocacy for Teammates and their eligible dependents Onsite Health Clinic with Atrium Health - available to Teammates and their eligible dependents 401k Matchup to 4% Parental Leave: 8 weeks 100% paid by AvidXchange** Discounts on Pet, Home, and Auto insurance BrightDimeFinancialWellnessTool, offeredfree toteammates Perks at Work:free discount program that provides teammates the opportunity to save on items fromelectronics, movie tickets, car buying, vacations,andmore Onsite gym fitness center, yoga studio, and basketball court Tuition Reimbursement up to the federal maximum of $5,250*** Hybrid Workplace Flexibility Free parking *Fully granted from beginning of year, pro-rated if hired mid-year **Must be full-time for at least 3 months ***Must be full-time for at least one year AvidXchange is an equal opportunity employer. AvidXchange is committed to equal employment opportunity in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. AvidXchange will not discriminate against applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis. This includes, but is not limited to veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age and physical or mental disability. Create a Job Alert Interested in building your career at AvidXchange, Inc.? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email. Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf Are you open to relocating or traveling for this position if required? * Select... LinkedIn Profile Will you now or in the future require sponsorship to retain authorization to work in the United States full-time? (i.e. F1, OPT, H1-B) * Select... Are you legally authorized to work in the United States? * Select... Are you an active teammate at AvidXchange? * Select... Have you previously worked for AvidXchange? * Select... Have you ever been employed or worked with a staffing/contract agency to provide services for AvidXchange in the past? * Select... Have you ever been employed or worked for Price Waterhouse Cooper (PwC) in the past? * Select... Please provide your salary expectations for this role? Your response will help us better understand your expectations and ensure that our offer aligns with your career goals. * Primary Address Line 1 * Primary Address Line 2 Primary Address City * Primary Address State * Select... Primary Address Zip Code * U.S. Standard Demographic Questions
We invite applicants to share their demographic background. If you choose to complete this survey, your responses may be used to identify areas of improvement in our hiring process. How would you describe your gender identity? (mark all that apply) Select... How would you describe your racial/ethnic background? (mark all that apply) Select... How would you describe your sexual orientation? (mark all that apply) Select... Do you identify as transgender? (select one) Select... Do you have a disability or chronic condition (physical, visual, auditory, cognitive, mental, emotional, or other) that substantially limits one or more of your major life activities, including mobility, communication (seeing, hearing, speaking), and learning? (select one) Select... Are you a veteran or active member of the United States Armed Forces? (select one) Select...
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