Director of EngineeringDepartment: Engineering / Product / Design
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Remote - USA
Reporting To: Vice President of Engineering
Compensation: $190,000 - $230,000 / year
DescriptionAs
Director of Engineering, you will lead the operational excellence of Tithely's Engineering organization, ensuring teams can consistently deliver high-quality technology that empowers churches to fulfill their mission. Reporting to the VP of Engineering, you will oversee the systems, processes, standards, and tooling that support effective product development, while partnering closely with Product and Design to improve delivery, develop talent, drive AI adoption, and create an environment where teams can do their best work in service of the local church.
Primary Responsibilities of the RoleEngineering Operations & Delivery- Own and continuously improve the software development lifecycle from planning through release and post-launch operations
- Drive predictable, high-quality delivery through engineering standards, delivery processes, and operational excellence
- Monitor and improve engineering effectiveness metrics, including DORA and delivery performance indicators
- Partner with Product and Design leaders to align planning, prioritization, and execution across team
Process, Quality & Standards- Establish and maintain engineering operating standards, working agreements, and delivery best practices
- Ensure code quality, documentation, and development processes support long-term scalability and reliability
- Partner with engineering leadership to implement career frameworks, performance standards, and organizational consistency
- Identify opportunities to simplify workflows and improve team efficiency
AI Enablement & Innovation- Lead the rollout, adoption, and governance of AI-powered engineering tools and workflows
- Establish best practices, training programs, and standards for AI-assisted software development
- Measure AI adoption, productivity impact, and operational outcomes across engineering teams
- Partner with Product leadership to operationalize AI and LLM-powered capabilities within Tithely products
Team Leadership- Lead, coach, and develop engineering managers and technical leaders
- Foster a culture of accountability, ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement
- Support performance management, career development, and leadership growth across the organization
- Help create an environment where teams can do their best work and grow professionally
Operational Strategy & Governance- Manage engineering tooling, vendor relationships, and department budgets
- Evaluate and implement platforms that improve engineering productivity, quality, and visibility
- Partner with Security, QA, Reliability Engineering, and executive leadership on cross-functional initiatives
- Communicate engineering performance, risks, and opportunities to senior leadership and stakeholders
QualificationsA Successful Candidate Will:
- Drive Results: Creates predictable delivery outcomes by building scalable systems, processes, and accountability across engineering organizations.
- Develop Talent: Coaches leaders and teams to perform at a high level while fostering engagement, ownership, and continuous growth.
- Plans and Aligns: Translates strategic objectives into clear priorities, operating rhythms, and execution plans that keep teams focused and effective.
- Manages Complexity: Navigates competing priorities, technical challenges, and organizational change while making thoughtful, data-informed decisions.
- Communicates Effectively: Builds strong partnerships across Engineering, Product, Design, and executive leadership, translating technical concepts into business impact.
Required Technical Qualifications:- 8-12 years of progressive software engineering experience, including 4+ years in engineering leadership
- Demonstrated experience leading engineering operations, software delivery, and development lifecycle improvements at scale
- Experience managing engineering managers, technical leads, or high-performing engineering teams
- Strong understanding of cloud-native software environments, modern development practices, and engineering delivery metrics
- Experience establishing engineering standards, operating processes, and performance frameworks
- Knowledge of security, compliance, and risk management considerations within SaaS environments
- Experience managing budgets, vendor relationships, and technology investments
- Strong cross-functional leadership and stakeholder management skills
Preferred Technical Qualifications:- Experience in fintech, payments, or high-volume SaaS environments
- Experience implementing AI coding tools, agentic workflows, and engineering productivity initiatives
- Familiarity with engineering effectiveness platforms and DORA-based measurement frameworks
- Experience leading cloud migration, platform modernization, or large-scale transformation initiatives
- Experience developing engineering career frameworks and leveling programs
- Familiarity with AWS-based environments and modern software architectures
- Passion for Tithely's mission of empowering churches through technology
Office Requirements:- We are a fully distributed team (100% remote) with travel sometimes required 1-2 times per year.
- A stable work environment with designated workspace and access to high-speed internet.
- US-based and legally able to work full time in the US. Sponsorships are not available at this time.
- Tithely is currently able to employ in the following states: AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, MA, MI, MN, MT, NC, NE, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WV
Additional InformationHealth insurance, dental, vision for your family, 401K, paid time off, sick leave, parental leave, and more. We believe taking care of our team is important and want to be sure you have what you need.
