OpenPhone
Director of Engineering, Core Platforms
207k - 257k USD
Remote
Full Time
#Engineering
#AWS
#Kubernetes
#Terraform
#TypeScript
#DevOps
OpenPhone is looking for a Director of Engineering, Core Platforms
Full TimeDirectorRemoteEngineeringAWSKubernetesTerraformTypeScriptDevOpsEnglishRemote workEquity compensationMedical insuranceFlexible hoursPaid time off
207k - 257k USD per year
OpenPhone is redefining business communication by replacing outdated phone systems with a modern, sophisticated platform that helps teams stay productive. Backed by top-tier investors like Y Combinator and Tiger Global, we are the top-rated VoIP provider on G2, and we are looking for a Director of Engineering to lead our Core Engineering pillar as we continue to scale.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a technical vision for our infrastructure, security, and quality practices that aligns with our broader business goals.
- Take full ownership of the Core Engineering pillar, including defining its philosophy, mandate, and long-term direction.
- Drive engineering excellence by setting high technical standards and architectural best practices across the organization.
- Establish and track key performance indicators to ensure platform reliability, robust security, and high engineering productivity.
- Lead and mentor multiple teams and managers, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
Must-haves
- Extensive experience leading managers across multiple teams, with a proven track record in organizational development and team growth.
- A strong background in software engineering, including a deep understanding of architectural patterns and development principles.
- Proven ability to build and operate distributed, cloud-based systems at scale.
- Expertise in modern cloud-native architectures, including Kubernetes and microservices.
- Demonstrated success in leading platform engineering, DevOps, or SRE functions.
- Experience working within high-growth startup environments and managing distributed, remote teams.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence stakeholders across the company.
- Proficiency in TypeScript and experience with AWS and Terraform.
Benefits
The annual base salary for this role depends on your location:
- SF Bay Area, Los Angeles, Seattle, Portland, Boston, New York, and Washington, DC Metro: $232,000 - $257,000 USD
- All other US locations: $207,000 - $229,000 USD
- Canada: $236,000 - $261,000 CAD
In addition to your base salary, we offer the following perks:
- Equity compensation.
- Comprehensive medical insurance.
- Flexible working hours and a flexible PTO policy.
- A fully remote work environment.
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