OpenGov is the leader in AI-enabled software for cities, counties, state agencies, and special districts. With a mission to power more effective and accountable government, OpenGov serves 2,000 communities across the United States. OpenGov is built exclusively for the unique asset management, permitting and licensing, procurement and contract management, tax and revenue, budgeting and planning, and financial management needs of the public sector. The OpenGov platform empowers organizations to operate more efficiently, adapt to change, and strengthen public trust.

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Job Summary:

Are you ready to play a pivotal role in revolutionizing local and state government through cutting-edge technology? OpenGov seeks an experienced Director, Engineering to lead our innovative team. This role is perfect for a leader who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-tenant SaaS environment and is passionate about leveraging modern cloud technologies to build world-class solutions that will directly impact the effectiveness of local and state governments.

Our Procurement team designs and implements robust, cloud-native applications that streamline purchasing and sourcing workflows and enhance the user experience for our local and state governments. As the Director of Engineering, you will steer the technical direction of our distributed engineering teams and drive the strategic vision for our procurement suite. Your role will be pivotal in shaping and implementing transformative ideas into robust, scalable, multi-tenant cloud solutions. If you are passionate about elevating technical standards and fostering an environment of innovation and growth, we invite you to lead our team towards achieving outstanding technical excellence.

At OpenGov, we are driven by our mission to power a more effective and accountable government. We offer a collaborative, diverse, and supportive environment where your contributions have a direct impact. With opportunities for professional growth, continuous learning, and flexible work arrangements, you will be part of a team committed to innovation and excellence.

Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership and Vision

• Lead the engineering department in developing and executing a technological strategy that aligns with company objectives.
• Identify and implement new technologies and processes to keep the company at the forefront of the industry, ensuring scalability and innovation.
• Institute a culture of data-driven decision-making, leveraging analytics and performance metrics to guide engineering strategies and enhance product features and reliability.

Team Leadership and Development:

• Oversee and mentor multiple engineering teams, from senior engineers to managers, guiding strategic direction and ensuring execution alignment with corporate goals
• Recruit, develop, and retain top engineering talent, shaping an organizational structure that supports career growth, learning, and performance excellence.
• Cultivate leadership within your teams, promoting career growth and fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning.
• Lead customer-centric product development initiatives, ensuring user feedback and market research are integral to the engineering process, enhancing product-market fit and customer satisfaction.

Technical Expertise:

• Provide executive oversight for the architectural design, development, and deployment of scalable, reliable, and secure software solutions.
• Make high-level decisions on technology stacks and engineering practices that drive the company’s product strategy.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Serve as a bridge between engineering and other departments, working closely with Product, Marketing, Sales, and Customer Service to ensure alignment between engineering outputs and business objectives.
• Maintain clear and transparent communication channels within and across teams, providing updates on project status, system architecture, and timeline expectations.
• Orchestrate cross-departmental initiatives that drive company-wide objectives.

Operational Excellence:

• Implement efficient, resilient systems and processes that minimize technical debt and enhance performance to lead your organization toward operational excellence.
• Lead initiatives that promote a culture of continuous improvement, embedding best practices and operational efficiencies across the engineering organization.

Requirements and Preferred Experience:

• Minimum of 12+ years in software engineering, with at least 7 years in leadership roles managing engineering teams.
• Experience as a Senior Engineering Manager or equivalent, with a proven track record of scaling engineering organizations in fast-paced environments.
• Extensive experience with cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP), cloud-native architecture, API design, microservices, and modern software development practices.
• Strong strategic and analytical skills, with the ability to translate business goals into technological visions and scalable solutions. Demonstrated experience in driving technology roadmaps and product strategy.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, capable of motivating staff, collaborating with other departments, and engaging with senior management and stakeholders effectively.
• A track record of fostering innovation and adapting to evolving technological landscapes, maintaining a forward-thinking approach to engineering challenges.
• Demonstrated business acumen with the ability to engage in strategic planning and partnership, aligning engineering outputs with business objectives and market demands.
• Extensive experience implementing Agile development methodologies and embracing DevOps practices to streamline deployment processes, enhance team collaboration, and improve product time-to-market.

Why OpenGov?

A Mission That Matters.

At OpenGov, public service is personal. We are passionate about our mission to power more effective and accountable government. Government that operates efficiently, adapts to change, and strengthens public trust. Some people say this is boring. We think it’s the core of our democracy.

Opportunity to Innovate

The next great wave of innovation is unfolding with AI, and it will impact everything—from the way we work to the way governments interact with their residents. Join a trusted team with the passion, technology, and expertise to drive innovation and bring AI to local government. We’ve touched 2,000 communities so far, and we’re just getting started.

A Team of Passionate, Driven People

This isn’t your typical 9-to-5 job; we operate in a fast-paced, results-driven environment where impact matters more than simply clocking in and out. Our global team of 800+ employees is united in our commitment to challenge the status quo. OpenGov is headquartered in San Francisco and has offices in Atlanta, Boston, Buenos Aires, Chicago, Dubuque, Plano, and Pune.

A Place to Make Your Mark

We pride ourselves on our performance-based culture, where every employee is encouraged to jump in head-first and take action to help us improve. If you have a great idea, we want to hear it. Excellent performance is recognized and rewarded, and we love to promote from within.

Benefits That Work for You

Enjoy an award-winning workplace with the benefits to match, including:

• Comprehensive healthcare options for individuals and families.
• Flexible vacation policy and paid company holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid parental leave, wellness stipends, and HSA contributions
• Professional development and growth opportunities
• A collaborative office environment with weekly catered lunches

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