Senior Director, Software Engineering

Summary

Join Seed Health as a seasoned software engineering leader, balancing technical strategy with hands-on guidance. You will lead a high-performing team, aligning the engineering function with Seed’s mission. Reporting to executive leadership, you’ll drive critical initiatives and foster a culture of innovation. 10+ years in software engineering with 5+ in leadership roles are required. Proven ability to develop and empower engineering teams in high-growth environments is essential. The role involves technical prioritization, excellent communication, and cross-functional alignment. Compensation includes a competitive salary, equity, and comprehensive benefits.

Requirements

• 10+ years in software engineering, including 5+ in leadership roles
• Proven ability to develop and empower engineering teams in high-growth environments
• Skilled at technical prioritization, trade-offs, and balancing strategic goals with execution
• Excellent communicator, capable of simplifying technical concepts for diverse audiences
• Strategic and hands-on leader, balancing vision with active technical decision-making
• Experienced in cross-functional alignment and driving teams toward shared objectives
• Technical Expertise
• E-commerce & Platforms: Experience with DTC systems, Shopify, Recurly, Recharge, and 3PL integration
• Web Development & Architecture: Proficient in Python, JavaScript, React, SQL, AWS, and cloud infrastructure
• API Integration: Skilled in third-party APIs (Amazon, payment systems, loyalty programs); experience with ERP platforms (e.g., Netsuite)
• Data & Analytics: Familiarity with tools like Amplitude, Fivetran, Snowflake, and DBT
• Automation & CI/CD: Building robust pipelines for testing and deployment (e.g., CircleCI)
• Security & Compliance: Ensuring PCI compliance, data privacy (GDPR/CCPA), and website security
• Leadership and Collaboration
• Team mentoring and goal-setting for high-impact performance
• Effective cross-functional collaboration with Product, Marketing, and Sales teams
• Expertise in Agile methodologies and managing overlapping priorities
• Vendor management for software integrations and technical partnerships
• Industry Knowledge
• Understanding of consumer goods, probiotics, and subscription-based business models
• Experience with SKU management, omnichannel integration, and loyalty program implementation
• Soft Skills
• Problem-solving and adaptability in fast-paced environments
• Strategic vision to balance short-term deliverables with long-term goals
• Customer-focused mindset, delivering secure, user-friendly digital experiences

Responsibilities

• Lead and Develop the Engineering Team
• Provide technical leadership, ensuring high-quality decisions and solutions
• Collaborate with Product, Data Science, Research, and Design teams on priorities and deliverables
• Foster a culture of collaboration, transparency, and technical excellence
• Mentor and grow a team of engineers, supporting their professional development
• Conduct regular feedback sessions and set clear performance goals
• Drive Technical Strategy and Influence
• Shape Seed’s technical strategy and advise on architecture, tools, and trade-offs
• Partner with executives to assess feasibility, resource planning, and risk management
• Manage budgets in collaboration with Finance, aligning investments with company goals
• Represent Seed’s engineering team internally and externally, championing innovation

Preferred Qualifications

Healthtech, biotech, or life sciences experience (bonus); passion for advancing science through technology

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, LTD, Mental Wellness, EAP, Wellness Stipend + 401(k) match
• Equity