Director of Engineering

About Mosaic:

Mosaic is the AI-powered workforce management software that's revolutionizing how companies operate. We're leading the future of hybrid remote organizations by connecting teams with our intelligent workforce management and intelligence tools. As a high-growth, venture-backed startup with a world-changing mission, this is a rare opportunity to make a significant impact.

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled Director of Engineering who is passionate about hands-on technical work and has a proven track record in software engineering. In this role, you will spend approximately 80% of your time on technical tasks—such as code reviews, architecture design, and technical problem-solving—and 20% on people management. If you're excited about being deeply involved in the technical aspects while also guiding and mentoring a small team, we'd love to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

• Technical Leadership (80%):
  • Lead architecture discussions to ensure projects are built reliably, efficiently, and are scalable.
  • Actively participate in coding, code reviews, and technical problem-solving.
  • Optimize system performance for both latency and throughput.
  • Develop and maintain data pipelines, distributed systems, and large-scale data processing applications.
  • Ensure high-quality code through best practices like unit testing and documentation.
  • Monitor systems in a scalable way, promoting automation in operational tasks.
  • Guide incident response and vulnerability remediation efforts.
  • Contribute to and collaborate on open-source software projects.
• Team Management (20%):
  • Mentor and guide a team of 7-15 engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
  • Participate in sprint planning, backlog grooming, and other Agile ceremonies to ensure efficient project delivery.
  • Oversee QA/reliability processes to ensure product reliability and promote the use of automated testing frameworks.
  • Assist in setting team goals, conducting performance reviews, and facilitating career development.
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams to align engineering efforts with business objectives.
  • Encourage team participation in the broader engineering community.

Requirements:

• Education & Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science.
  • 7-12 years of hands-on software engineering experience, particularly with highly reliable and scalable distributed systems.
  • Experience in a SaaS environment is highly desirable.
  • Prior experience managing or mentoring small engineering teams.
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency in at least one of the following languages: Ruby, Python, or TypeScript.
  • Strong experience with data pipelines, distributed systems, and large-scale data processing.
  • Deep understanding of software engineering best practices, including unit testing, code reviews, and design documentation.
  • Passionate about uptime, reliability, and building tools that help developers work more effectively.
• Personal Attributes:
  • Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
  • Ability to balance engineering trade-offs with business goals.
  • Strong communication and leadership skills.
  • Committed to building maintainable, efficient, and clean code.
  • Other people at previous companies wanted you on their projects.

Benefits:

• Equity & Compensation: Competitive salary with meaningful stock options in a high-growth startup.
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible remote work environment with generous vacation and leave policies.
• Culture & Community:
  • Fun and inclusive culture with team events and happy hours.
  • Opportunity to work with a team of dedicated, friendly professionals committed to making a difference.
• Professional Growth:
  • Significant ownership of technical projects.
  • Support for ongoing learning and development opportunities.

About Us:

Mosaic focuses on AI, SaaS, B2B, Analytics, Business Intelligence, and ERP Tools. Headquartered in New York City and with a team of about 50 employees, we are small but mighty. Join us on our mission to transform the future of work.