Chief Engineer and Architect - Huntsville, AL

Davidson Technologies, Inc. • Huntsville, AL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Davidson runs a chief engineer model, where a named technical authority per business unit has short lines to leadership and real say. This seat is the Chief Engineer of the MSI Business Unit, titled Chief Engineer and Architect because the SCALE platform is where that authority lands first. As the Chief Engineer, you will own the technical vision, architecture, and execution of SCALE, our supply-chain decision platform, plus the systems around it. You will lead a cross-functional software developer, data, and cyber team, and stay hands-on where your contributions make a difference. You will set the strategy for SCALE, pushing beyond legacy thinking to deliver truly innovative solutions. You will shape the team's technical direction and collaborate with other chief engineers in the company, Davidson Labs, and technical leadership across the US. This role drives impact both on a crucial platform and across an entire business unit.

Requirements

• 15+ years of experience in software engineering, architecture, or a related technical field.
• Deep understanding of modern software development practices, cloud architecture (AWS, Azure, GCP), data science principles, and cybersecurity best practices.
• Proven track record of leading complex technical projects from conception to deployment.
• Experience with supply chain management systems is highly desirable.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (Master's preferred).
• A willingness to "zig" when everyone else is "zagging."
• Must currently hold a DoD Secret security clearance with ability to obtain a Top-Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Define and champion the long-term technical vision for the SCALE platform and related systems, aligning with business objectives and emerging technologies.
• Design, document, and oversee the implementation of scalable, secure, and resilient architectures that support cutting-edge supply chain solutions.
• Stay technically engaged - coding, prototyping, troubleshooting - where it drives impact and accelerates development. You'll be a technical leader and contributor.
• Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing team of software developers, data scientists, and cybersecurity specialists.
• Partner closely with Program Management, Product Owners, and other stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of impactful solutions.
• Collaborate with other Chief Engineers across Davidson and contribute to our innovative efforts through Davidson Labs.
• Investigate and integrate new technologies (AI/ML, quantum computing applications, etc.) to enhance platform capabilities and address evolving challenges.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior