Head of Engineering

FieldPulse

$130K — $180K *
Enterprise Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7-10+ years in software development with leadership experience, preferably in SaaS
  • Proven partner with Product teams for customer-facing software delivery
  • Strong grasp of Agile methodologies and iterative delivery
  • Experience managing multiple engineering streams in dynamic settings
  • Effective in balancing strategic leadership with hands-on problem-solving
  • Outstanding communication and cross-functional leadership abilities
  • Passionate about modern development practices and AI innovation
  • Experience with AI/ML or automation tools is a strong advantage
  • Background in startup or high-growth SaaS environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and enhance the software development lifecycle from planning to release
  • Transform product roadmap priorities into actionable engineering plans
  • Oversee sprint planning, delivery management, and team alignment
  • Scale engineering operations and best practices for development
  • Eliminate blockers to enhance team speed and operational clarity
  • Engage hands-on in technical aspects when necessary
  • Mentor engineering leaders, fostering ownership and improvement
  • Collaborate on AI strategy and innovative product features
  • Ensure delivery of high-quality software that meets business and customer needs.

Benefits

  • Impactful and fast-paced startup culture with meaningful projects
  • Comprehensive health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision
  • Daily lunches provided, enhancing team camaraderie
  • Health and wellness memberships for employee well-being
  • 401(k) plan for future financial security
  • Clear growth path with opportunities for professional development
  • Paid parental leave to support family needs.
Full Job Description
We're looking for a highly collaborative Director of Engineering. You'll help drive engineering execution, improve delivery operations, and partner closely with Product to turn ambitious roadmap initiatives into scalable, high-quality software. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building systems, leading teams, improving process, and remaining hands-on enough to guide technical direction when needed.

You'll also play a key role in helping FieldPulse scale its AI initiatives, identifying opportunities for AI-driven product innovation, operational efficiency, and smarter internal development workflows.

Where You'll Work:

  • Hybrid role based in Dallas, TX
  • You'll be right in the heart of the action, surrounded by a team of passionate, high-energy individuals who thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

What You'll Do:

  • Lead and improve the software development lifecycle from planning through release
  • Partner closely with Product leadership to translate roadmap priorities into clear engineering execution plans
  • Drive sprint planning, prioritization, delivery management, and cross-functional alignment across multiple engineering teams
  • Help scale engineering operations, delivery systems, QA processes, and development best practices
  • Remove blockers, improve velocity, and create operational clarity across teams
  • Stay connected to the technical side of development with a willingness to be hands-on when needed
  • Mentor engineering leaders and help build a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement
  • Collaborate on the company's growing AI strategy, including AI-powered product features, automation initiatives, and developer productivity enhancements
  • Ensure teams are delivering scalable, high-quality software that aligns with business goals and customer needs

What We're Looking For:

  • 7-10+ years of experience in software development, including leadership experience within SaaS environments
  • Proven success partnering closely with Product organizations to deliver customer-facing software at scale
  • Strong understanding of Agile development principles and experience leading iterative software delivery
  • Experience managing multiple engineering workstreams in fast-paced environments
  • Ability to balance strategic leadership with tactical execution and hands-on problem solving
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and cross-functional leadership skills
  • Passion for modern software development practices, emerging technologies, and AI-driven innovation
  • Experience with AI/ML initiatives, automation tooling, or AI-enabled product development is a strong plus
  • Startup or high-growth SaaS experience strongly preferred

Why This Role Is Impactful

  • You'll help shape the future of a growing SaaS platform with real product-market fit and momentum
  • You'll lead highly visible initiatives that directly impact product velocity and customer experience
  • You'll have the autonomy to improve systems, scale teams, and influence technical direction
  • You'll work on meaningful AI initiatives that are becoming central to the company's future strategy
  • You'll join a collaborative leadership team that values speed, ownership, innovation, and execution
  • You'll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on both the product and engineering culture at FieldPulse

Why You'll Love Working Here:

  • Impactful, Fast-Paced Startup Culture: Work on exciting projects that truly move the needle.
  • Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical insurance, plus dental & vision benefits to keep you covered.
  • Lunches Provided Monday-Friday: Delicious meals on us to fuel your day.
  • Health & Wellness Perks: Memberships to keep you feeling your best.
  • 401(k) Plan: Secure your future while you grow with us.
  • Clear Path for Growth: Transparent career progression, professional development, and promotion opportunities.
  • Paid Parental Leave: Support for you and your family when it matters most.

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