Director Software Engineering

Number of Positions In Requisition
1


Job Details
Proven and collaborative technology leader who is accountable and responsible for shaping and delivering best-in-class software engineering strategy and execution in partnership with organizational and digital/IS&T stakeholders. Leads software architecture and engineering teams and ensures digital solutions are scalable, secure, high quality, and aligned with clinical, operational, and business goals. Champions an engineering-centric culture and drives innovation and continuous improvement across digital consumer ecosystems. Blends strategic vision, technical expertise, and influential leadership to deliver seamless, sustainable, user-centered, and outcomes-driven software solutions at enterprise scale.
Job Description
Summary
Proven and collaborative technology leader who is accountable and responsible for shaping and delivering best-in-class software engineering strategy and execution in partnership with organizational and digital/IS&T stakeholders. Leads software architecture and engineering teams and ensures digital solutions are scalable, secure, high quality, and aligned with clinical, operational, and business goals. Champions an engineering-centric culture and drives innovation and continuous improvement across digital consumer ecosystems. Blends strategic vision, technical expertise, and influential leadership to deliver seamless, sustainable, user-centered, and outcomes-driven software solutions at enterprise scale.
Job Duties
In collaboration with enterprise stakeholders, lead discovery, definition, and execution of software engineering vision and strategy for digital platforms and solutions aligned with organizational priorities.
Recruit, lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of software engineers, engineering managers, and related contributors to support scalable delivery and operational maturity
Partner closely with UX/UI, product management, other IS&T teams, clinical and operational leaders, and marketing teams to ensure cohesive, compliant, and optimized end-to-end digital experiences.
Oversee software solution performance, including governance, compliance, analytics, and risk management, to generate actionable insights and validate strategic decisions.
Shared accountability for software architecture, integrations, security, and reliability of digital solutions across multiple platforms, with clear metrics for success.
Influence decision-making through compelling storytelling—presenting engineering rationale, demos, roadmaps, and strategic recommendations to executives and internal stakeholders and partners.
Guide and govern the creation of engineering roadmaps, requirements, and release plans, ensuring quality, business alignment, and measurable experience.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or related field..
7 years in software engineering, technical leadership, or related roles within large-scale, complex organizations and
5 years managing teams of software engineers, engineering managers, or technical contributors and
Experience with enterprise software platforms, cloud-native architectures, and custom application delivery.
Demonstrated experience shaping and delivering software engineering vision, with expert knowledge of development methodologies, Agile practices, and platform governance.
Strong leadership and organizational skills to manage and scale engineering teams, with excellent communication and collaboration across stakeholders.
Deep understanding of enterprise architecture, analytics, compliance, and risk management, including security, privacy, and regulatory standards (HIPAA, HITECH, GDPR).
Proficiency with modern engineering tools (Jira, Azure DevOps, GitHub, ServiceNow) and awareness of emerging trends such as AI-driven solutions and innovation practices.
Proven ability to deliver complex software solutions, influence technical strategy, and drive automation adoption in ambiguous environments.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline.
10 years in enterprise software engineering, portfolio-level planning, and governance. and
Experience in healthcare, higher education, or large-scale digital transformation initiatives. and
Proven track record of leading teams in highly regulated environments
Strong collaboration across engineering, product, UX/UI, IS&T, and marketing disciplines, with ability to promote engineering-centric thinking and balance strategic vision, user needs, and technical feasibility.
Proven experience governing scalable software engineering systems, influencing leadership strategy, and anticipating industry shifts (AI, personalization, compliance) to keep solutions future-ready.
Healthcare digital and IS&T experience, preferably in regulated environments.
Physical Demands
Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.
Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.
Work Shift
Workday Day (United States of America)
Worker Sub Type
Regular
Employee Entity
Thomas Jefferson University
Primary Location Address
1101 Market, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas,