Director, Software Engineering

About Clutch:

Clutch is Canada’s largest online used car retailer, delivering a seamless, hassle-free car-buying experience to drivers everywhere. Customers can browse hundreds of cars from the comfort of their home, get the right one delivered to their door, and enjoy peace of mind with our 10-Day Money-Back Guarantee… and that’s just the beginning.Named one of Canada’s top growing Companies two years in a row and also awarded a spot on LinkedIn’s Top Canadian Startups list, we’re looking to add curious, hard-working, and driven individuals to our growing team.

Headquartered in Toronto, Clutch was founded in 2017. Clutch is backed by a number of world-class investors, including Canaan, BrandProject, Real Ventures, D1 Capital, and Upper90. To learn more, visit clutch.ca.

Technology:

We use a full TypeScript stack for both the front and backend, including some legacy JavaScript. Our front-end is a ReactJS app following modern standards such as functional components and the context API. The back-end is an ExpressJS application with a PostgreSQL database and Sequelize as an ORM. Our architecture follows a microservices approach, utilizing Docker, Terraform, AWS ECS and other AWS services. For interservice communication, we rely on RabbitMQ and Apache Kafka.

What you'll do:

• Oversee and Lead the engineering team responsible for Clutch’s core customer-facing platforms, ensuring they align with business goals and deliver a secure, scalable, and engaging user experience that supports Clutch’s growth.
• Partner with Product Designer to shape product strategies that balance customer needs with business objectives, driving innovation and adapting swiftly to market trends to maintain a scalable, user-focused experience.
• Facilitate seamless collaboration across departments—including Product, Customer Support, Retail, Finance & Accounting—to align priorities and translate business needs into technical initiatives, keeping stakeholders informed on project progress and outcomes.
• Drive Clutch’s technological edge by advocating for resources, tech stack advancements, and process improvements that elevate engineering standards. Leverage emerging technologies and lead data-driven experimentation to enhance customer and developer experiences, fostering a culture of innovation and creative problem-solving that keeps Clutch competitive in a fast-evolving market.

What we're looking for:

• At least 10 years of experience building and delivering software products, with 5+ years in engineering management. Proven track record of scaling and leading high-performing engineering teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong grasp of cloud-based architecture, microservices, and scalable infrastructure, with expertise in TypeScript, React, Express, and AWS.
• Ability to engage cross-functional teams and communicate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences, ensuring alignment and clear direction.
• Hands-on experience with Agile methodologies to drive efficient workflows, ensuring engineering goals are aligned with business objectives.
• An enthusiasm for exploring emerging technologies, data-driven decision-making, and building a culture of experimentation and continuous learning.

Why you’ll love it at Clutch:

• Autonomy & ownership -- create your own path, and own your work
• Competitive compensation and equity incentives!
• Generous time off program
• Health & dental benefits

Clutch is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all individuals have an opportunity to succeed. If you require accommodation at any stage of the interview process, please email [email protected].