Director, Engineering, Inventory

As a Director of Engineering at Restaurant365, you'll oversee one or more software engineering teams, guiding them to align technical decisions with product goals. You'll build strong relationships with key product figures, lead architectural advancements, and champion best practices within your team. Ensuring timely project releases and quality support will be a crucial part of your role, along with promoting Agile methodologies to maximize the team's productivity and innovation.

To qualify for the Director of Engineering position at Restaurant365, candidates need a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, along with over 10 years of experience creating code-based solutions and at least 5 years in a leadership role. Expertise in C#, SQL, cloud computing, APIs, and Agile development methodologies is essential, alongside proven abilities in software architecture, creative problem-solving, and strong communication skills.

Restaurant365 is dedicated to empowering team members through a culture that values continuous learning and adaptability. As a Director of Engineering, you would foster an environment conducive to skill development, encouraging your team to stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies. Regular mentoring, support, and collaboration with product leaders aid in both personal and professional growth, leading to innovative solutions and high-quality products.

The salary range for the Director of Engineering position at Restaurant365 is between $190,000 and $260,000, depending on factors such as relevant experience, skills, and geographic location. The company is committed to transparent and equitable pay practices, ensuring that compensation reflects the significant contributions of team members to our success.

Beyond a competitive salary, a Director of Engineering at Restaurant365 enjoys comprehensive medical benefits fully paid for employees, 401(k) with matching, equity options, unlimited PTO, and wellness initiatives. These benefits are designed to support a healthy work-life balance while fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture.

Share specific examples of how you've led engineering teams in the past, highlighting your approach to mentoring, support, and collaboration. Focus on the impact your leadership had on technical outcomes and team morale while emphasizing your ability to foster a positive work environment.

Discuss your experience with Agile methodologies and how they can enhance team productivity and product quality. Provide examples of how you’ve successfully implemented Agile practices in past projects and the value they brought to your engineering teams.

Explain your collaborative approach to architectural decision-making, including how you involve team members in discussions and decisions. Highlight any frameworks or principles you follow to ensure that the architecture aligns with both technical and product goals.

Detail a particular project where you faced significant challenges. Discuss your problem-solving process, how you led your team through these difficulties, and the strategies you employed to ensure project success, emphasizing your resilience and adaptability.

Share your techniques for fostering a culture of learning, such as encouraging participation in workshops, conferences, and knowledge-sharing sessions. Discuss how you’ve implemented training programs or learning opportunities in your past roles and the positive effects they had on team performance.

Explain how you blend your technical skills with project management responsibilities. Highlight your ability to prioritize tasks, manage deadlines, and ensure that engineering goals align with broader business objectives.

Describe your hands-on experience with cloud technologies, specifically in the context of software development and deployment. Share insights on how you’ve leveraged cloud services to solve engineering challenges and improve system performance.

Illustrate your conflict resolution strategy by providing an example of a conflict you managed successfully. Focus on your communication skills, empathy, and collaborative problem-solving approach as tools to foster a positive team environment.

Discuss the resources you utilize to keep abreast of industry and technology trends. Highlight any specific publications, networks, or online courses you follow and how this knowledge has influenced your past projects.

Reflect on the essential qualities, including strong communication skills, adaptability, technical expertise, and the ability to lead teams effectively. Provide examples of how you embody these qualities in your work and how they contribute to a successful engineering environment.