Director, Engineering

Summary

Join Muck Rack's Engineering team as a Director of Engineering, leading Platform and DevOps functions. You will define the technical vision and strategy, mentor engineering teams, and drive the development of high-quality software solutions. This role requires strong leadership, data-driven decision-making, and a customer-focused approach. Muck Rack offers a fully distributed work environment, competitive compensation including a quarterly bonus, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development. The ideal candidate is a builder and leader, data-driven, customer-focused, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. Muck Rack is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Requirements

• Be a builder and a leader
• Be data-driven
• Be customer-focused
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Be passionate about our mission

Responsibilities

• Define the technical vision and strategy for our application development efforts
• Collaborate with, SVP of Engineering, and other technical leaders to align the platform's strategic goals with the company’s objectives
• Lead and mentor teams of engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement
• Own the technical roadmap for the Muck Rack experience, aligning it with the overall product strategy and business objectives
• Drive the design, development, and implementation of high-quality software solutions, ensuring they meet performance, scalability, and security requirements
• Collaborate closely with product management, design, and other stakeholders to define product requirements and deliver exceptional user experiences
• Champion engineering best practices, including code reviews, testing, and continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD)
• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify areas for improvement and drive optimization efforts
• Contribute to the overall engineering strategy and help shape the future of our technology stack
• Manage team resources effectively, including hiring, onboarding, and performance management
• Focus on iterative development and continuous delivery
• Outcome-driven development

Benefits

• Remote Work, Forever. We’re a fully distributed team and have pledged to remain that way forever . We offer employees a full home office setup, phone & internet reimbursement, and a monthly coworking membership
• Transparent Compensation. We offer competitive geo-neutral pay in the U.S. and review compensation at least once annually to ensure internal equity and alignment with the external market. Depending on the role, we offer either a standardized bonus program or attainable commission structure and an opportunity to earn equity in the company. All employees are eligible for our 401(k) plan* with employer contributions
• Health & Wellness*. Muck Rack provides comprehensive health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance for employees and their families. We offer a high-deductible health plan with 100% premium coverage for individuals, as well as a range of other plan options. Our team also has access to 24/7 Virtual Care, an Employee Assistance Program, employer-funded HSA contributions, and other pre-tax benefits. Team members have access to a quarterly wellness stipend and a free Headspace subscription
• PTO and Family Benefits. Our team enjoys 4+ weeks of off-the-grid PTO, paid sick/mental health days and 13 paid holidays, which can be exchanged for additional PTO with our "Holiday Swap Program." We also provide up to 16 weeks of fully paid parental leave
• Personal & Professional Development. We grow talent by creating internal pathways for advancement and promotion. Muck Rack conducts bi-annual performance reviews, hosts team-wide workshops, and offers management training and leadership training opportunities. We also provide unlimited subscriptions to L&D platforms including Coursera & O’Reilly, as well as 2 additional days of PTO to dedicate to learning and development