RUCKUS is hiring a
Senior Director of Engineering to lead a global organization driving the architecture, scalability, performance, and quality of the Ruckus One platform-serving millions of devices worldwide.
In this role, you'll define and execute the engineering strategy for a high-scale, cloud-native platform, enabling faster innovation, improved reliability, and secure, resilient services. Partnering closely with Product Engineering, Cloud Operations, Architecture, Security, and executive leadership, you'll shape the future of cloud-managed networking and large-scale device ecosystems.
You'll combine deep technical expertise with strong leadership to build high-performing teams, accelerate platform modernization, and deliver distributed systems at massive scale that power the next generation of Ruckus cloud services.
Key Responsibilities:Engineering Leadership- Lead and scale a global platform and infrastructure engineering organization
- Build and develop managers, architects, and senior technical leaders
- Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and engineering excellence
- Drive execution across strategic initiatives, balancing long-term architecture with near-term delivery
- Establish structures and processes that enable sustainable growth and scalability
Platform Strategy & Architecture- Define and execute the long-term platform engineering strategy for Ruckus One
- Lead technical decision-making for core platform services
- Partner with Product and Architecture leaders to align platform capabilities with business needs
- Champion best practices for scalability, resiliency, performance, security, and maintainability
- Drive adoption of cloud-native technologies, AI-driven capabilities, and automation frameworks
- Improve developer productivity, platform efficiency, and engineering velocity
Scalability, Performance & Quality- Ensure the platform scales to support millions of connected devices globally
- Drive improvements in performance, reliability, availability, and software quality
- Establish engineering metrics that enhance customer experience and delivery speed
- Promote modern practices including automation, testing, observability, and continuous improvement
Executive & Cross-Functional Leadership- Partner with Product, Cloud Operations, Security, Architecture, and Customer Experience teams
- Translating business priorities into technology strategy and execution plans
- Communicate platform strategy and impact to executive stakeholders
- Represent engineering in key customer, partner, and executive engagements
Required Qualifications:- 15+ years leading global engineering teams building and scaling large-scale cloud platforms.
- Proven track record driving platform transformation, organizational growth, and high-performing teams
- Dep expertise in multi-tenant SaaS, distributed systems, and cloud-native architecture
- Strong background in cloud-managed / enterprise networking and systems at massive scale
- Ability to translate technology strategy into business impact, balancing innovation, velocity, and quality
- Exceptional executive communication and cross-functional leadership skills
#LI-RB1#LI-HYBRIDOur salary ranges consider a wide variety of factors, including but not limited to benchmarking by independent third-party consultants, skill sets, years of experience, training, education, geography, and other business needs. Depending on experience, the range can be higher for candidates with exceptional experience and a demonstrated history of successful performance. This position's expected total compensation (base salary) is $182,200.00-$250,000.00
The candidate will be rewarded with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, life and accidental death insurance, a 401(k) plan, and participation in the Company's Incentive Plan. Candidates starting with the Company will be eligible for eleven paid holidays in a full calendar year, two weeks of paid vacation (prorated based on start date), as well as other leave options.
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