Senior Director, Software Development, Audible
Technology | Job ID 2411335JOB SUMMARY
ABOUT THIS ROLE
Our technology teams play a key role in connecting listeners with millions of stories, by imagining, designing, developing and testing the software components and applications that make up the Audible platform. As a Software Development Senior Director, you’ll anticipate and seek out obstacles before they occur, implementing solutions that allow our engineers to fulfil the strategic and tactical business goals set by you. You’ll coach our teams to deliver visionary products, programs or projects, with the most efficient use of Audible’s resources. You will be responsible for managing and leading a high performing organization, including fostering Audible’s unique culture. This is your chance to drive the future of our technology, as you’ll mentor future leaders and inspire innovation.
ABOUT YOU
If you’re passionate about creating a culture of innovation, this role is for you. Building and maintaining scalable systems is your specialty, and you aren’t afraid of making changes to make progress. Whether it’s driving architecture, organizational changes, or deconstructing a complex process to find a straightforward solution – you’re a dedicated problem solver. And behind every action you take, is a desire to create positive impacts for customers, business or technology teams.
As a Senior Director, Software Development, you will...
- Independently lead one or multiple teams of managers, and Support Engineers (SEs), and Software Development Engineers (SDEs)
- Work with your team to take ownership of critical technologies or major products
- Collaborate and communicate to define the functional and technical architecture of engineering teams, making sure that they align with Audible’s business strategy and priorities
- Apply your analytical skills to solve complex issues by considering their interrelationships and organizational impacts
- Partner with business leaders, technical managers and Senior/Principal Engineers to determine the long-term potentials of architectures and product offerings
ABOUT AUDIBLE
At Audible, we innovate and inspire through the power of voice. We're changing the narrative on storytelling. As a leading creator and provider of premium audio storytelling, we've redefined the ways people access, discover, and share stories. The stories we tell have the ability to transport and transform everyday moments into meaningful experiences and it's our people who make Audible's service possible. We're listeners, storytellers, and problem-solvers. Our perspectives and experiences power our ideas and come together in our mission to unleash the power of the spoken word. Audible offers a Hub+Home hybrid workplace model that gives employees flexibility between gathering in an Audible workspace (work from hub) and remote work (work from home). For more information, please visit adbl.co/hybrid.
We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:
Mexico City, DIF, MEX
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of people management experience, specifically building and leading high-performance engineering teams
- Experience collaborating with and influencing technical leaders
- Experience in creating communication strategies that engage and impact internal and external stakeholders
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in budget and financial management
- An ability to create structure out of ambiguity and bring technical visions to life
- An understanding and familiarity with AWS technologies at scale in a production environment
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What we can offer you
We are a community of brilliant minds, brimming with fresh ideas and working shoulder to shoulder to achieve greatness. And because of this, we think it’s only fair that we offer some nice little perks to everyone who goes the extra mile at Audible.
Flexible Work
We promote flexibility in how and where we work with our Hub+Home hybrid workplace model.
Health
Dental and vision plans, life insurance, and the medical plan options that suit individual needs.
Savings
Plan for your future with employer-matched savings accounts.
Stock
We grant our employees restricted stock units, because we want them to think and act like owners.
Time Off
We love what we do but everyone needs the opportunity to hit the refresh button. Take advantage of vacation days, sick days, and personal days to rejuvenate.
Community
We are committed to building and sustaining a diverse and inclusive culture and community. Audible’s Impact Groups encourage an environment where you can be you, and bring your whole self to work.
Amazon Discount
As part of the Amazon family, Audible employees are entitled to a discount on products on Amazon.
Learning & Development
We want to help you grow with learning and development programs, leadership training and tuition reimbursement.
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