Director of Software Engineering

SRAM LLC

Chicago, IL

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Application Programming Interface (API), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automation, Cloud Applications, Cloud Architecture, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Computer Engineering, Computer Firmware, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Improvement, Continuous Integration, Cross-Functional, DevOps, Ecosystems, Embedded Hardware, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Improvement Metrics, Incident Management, Integration Testing, Leadership, Manufacturing, Mentoring, Mobile Applications, Mobile Applications Development, Mobile Technology, Multiplatform/Cross-Platform, Organizational Development/Management, Organizational Skills, Performance Management, Performance Metrics, Process Improvement, Quality Assurance, Software Architecture, Software Engineering, Software as a Service (SaaS), Succession Planning, System Integration (SI), Systems Reliability, Systems Scalability, Talent Management, Technical Leadership, Technical Strategy, Technical/Engineering Design, Test Automation, User Interface/Experience (UI/UX), Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Chicago, IL
POSTED
30+ days ago

Career Opportunities: Director of Software Engineering (4123)

Requisition ID 4123 - Posted 04/14/2026 - Employee - State/Province (5) - Location for Job Posting (1) - City (5)

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The Director of Software Engineering will lead an organization of approximately 50 engineers, managers, and technical professionals across mobile app development, cloud services, device software (non-embedded), QA, DevOps, and architecture. This leader will ensure that SRAM''s AXS connected ecosystem (AXS components, AXS mobile app, cloud services, Hammerhead bike computer) operates reliably and that our digital products deliver consistent, high-quality rider experiences. The ideal candidate brings deep software engineering leadership, a passion for cycling, and experience collaborating in multi-disciplinary environments that include firmware, hardware, and manufacturing teams.

Duties & Responsibilities

Leadership & Organizational Development

  • Lead and develop a multi-team software organization of approximately 50 professionals.
  • Build strong engineering leadership capability and ensure team health and performance.
  • Recruit, mentor, and develop top technical talent; oversee career growth and succession planning.

Software Delivery for Mobile, Cloud & Connected Devices

  • Oversee the delivery of software for mobile apps, cloud platforms, and device-side software (excluding embedded code).
  • Ensure predictable, high-quality releases aligned with product, rider experience, and business goals.
  • Maintain high standards in architecture, code quality, testing, security, scalability, and system reliability.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Integration

  • Serve as a key partner to SRAM''s Embedded and Design Engineering departments, ensuring strong coordination on roadmaps, technical dependencies, and integration testing.
  • Work closely with product, UX, hardware engineering, manufacturing, and security teams to align technology choices and execution plans.
  • Facilitate clear communication and joint planning to ensure seamless system-level integration across mobile, cloud, and embedded systems.

Strategic Technology Leadership

  • Define and evolve the long-term software architecture and technology strategy.
  • Champion modern engineering practices: agile, DevOps, automation, cloud-native architectures, CI/CD, and observability.
  • Lead modernization and engineering maturity initiatives across platforms and processes, including artificial intelligence.

Operational Excellence

  • Establish engineering KPIs and delivery metrics to improve predictability and performance.
  • Oversee incident management, release readiness, and operational reliability.
  • Drive continuous improvement across tools, workflows, and engineering practices.

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of progressive software engineering leadership, including managing managers and multi-team organizations.
  • Proven experience delivering mobile apps, cloud platforms, APIs, and connected device solutions.
  • Strong experience collaborating with firmware, hardware, or embedded engineering teams.
  • Skilled at managing complex cross-team dependencies and driving alignment across disciplines.
  • Master''s degree in Software Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience leading software organizations known for consistent, high-quality delivery using contemporary engineering practices (DevOps, CI/CD, cloud-native architectures, automated testing, observability).
  • Demonstrated commitment to code craftsmanship, including championing clean, maintainable, well-architected code supported by peer reviews, automated quality gates, and a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to interface effectively with executive leadership.

Working Conditions

  • Occasional night and weekend hours required for system implementations and updates.
  • Ability to travel up to 25% annually, including internationally.
  • Competitive salary starting at $200,000 with the potential up to $275,000 based on experience and skills.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, life and disability insurance, paid time off.

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The Director of Software Engineering will lead an organization of approximately 50 engineers, managers, and technical professionals across mobile app development, cloud services, device software (non-embedded), QA, DevOps, and architecture. This leader will ensure that SRAM''s AXS connected ecosystem (AXS components, AXS mobile app, cloud services, Hammerhead bike computer) operates reliably and that our digital products deliver consistent, high-quality rider experiences. The ideal candidate brings deep software engineering leadership, a passion for cycling, and experience collaborating in multi-disciplinary environments that include firmware, hardware, and manufacturing teams.

Duties & Responsibilities

Leadership & Organizational Development

  • Lead and develop a multi-team software organization of approximately 50 professionals.
  • Build strong engineering leadership capability and ensure team health and performance.
  • Recruit, mentor, and develop top technical talent; oversee career growth and succession planning.

Software Delivery for Mobile, Cloud & Connected Devices

  • Oversee the delivery of software for mobile apps, cloud platforms, and device-side software (excluding embedded code).
  • Ensure predictable, high-quality releases aligned with product, rider experience, and business goals.
  • Maintain high standards in architecture, code quality, testing, security, scalability, and system reliability.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Integration

  • Serve as a key partner to SRAM''s Embedded and Design Engineering departments, ensuring strong coordination on roadmaps, technical dependencies, and integration testing.
  • Work closely with product, UX, hardware engineering, manufacturing, and security teams to align technology choices and execution plans.
  • Facilitate clear communication and joint planning to ensure seamless system-level integration across mobile, cloud, and embedded systems.

Strategic Technology Leadership

  • Define and evolve the long-term software architecture and technology strategy.
  • Champion modern engineering practices: agile, DevOps, automation, cloud-native architectures, CI/CD, and observability.
  • Lead modernization and engineering maturity initiatives across platforms and processes, including artificial intelligence.

Operational Excellence

  • Establish engineering KPIs and delivery metrics to improve predictability and performance.
  • Oversee incident management, release readiness, and operational reliability.
  • Drive continuous improvement across tools, workflows, and engineering practices.

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of progressive software engineering leadership, including managing managers and multi-team organizations.
  • Proven experience delivering mobile apps, cloud platforms, APIs, and connected device solutions.
  • Strong experience collaborating with firmware, hardware, or embedded engineering teams.
  • Skilled at managing complex cross-team dependencies and driving alignment across disciplines.
  • Master''s degree in Software Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience leading software organizations known for consistent, high-quality delivery using contemporary engineering practices (DevOps, CI/CD, cloud-native architectures, automated testing, observability).
  • Demonstrated commitment to code craftsmanship, including championing clean, maintainable, well-architected code supported by peer reviews, automated quality gates, and a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to interface effectively with executive leadership.

Working Conditions

  • Occasional night and weekend hours required for system implementations and updates.
  • Ability to travel up to 25% annually, including internationally.
  • Competitive salary starting at $200,000 with the potential up to $275,000 based on experience and skills.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, life and disability insurance, paid time off.

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