Director of Engineering

Life.Church wants to make a lasting difference in your life, in our community, and in the world. Our mission is to lead people to become fully devoted followers of Christ. That's how we’re able to make a difference, and it's the driving force behind everything we do.

The Director of Engineering is primarily responsible for managing the daily operations for the platform engineering team in collaboration with the Central Team Leader of Engineering. This role will lead the team through the engineering process, provide technical foresight for team’s strategy to ensure efforts are aligned with overall Digital Product strategy. The Director of Engineering is responsible for ensuring objectives and sprints are aligned with organizational initiatives, and leading ministry efforts within their team to technical outcomes that further Life.Church’s mission and reach people for Christ.

Manage Engineering Team

Provide support for direct reports through coaching and setting expectations.

Create development plans for team and assist them in achieving desired goals.

Collaborate with Central Team Leader for Engineering to develop and cast vision for team.

Partner with Central Team Leader for Engineering to manage the hiring of engineering staff.

Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills to foster relationships and partnerships.

Ability to self-motivate, make independent decisions, and problem solve.

Maintain flexibility and initiate the creation of new processes and project strategies.

Ability to manage conflict and differing opinions while maintaining composure.

Strong leadership skills and understanding on developing and guiding others.

Ability to take a great vision and turn it into reality through strategic execution.

Bachelor’s degree, Computer Science, or related field, preferred.

3-5 years of related work experience.

Senior engineering skill set required.