Director of Engineering, New Products

Overjet • San Mateo, CA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Overjet is seeking an exceptional Director of Engineering to lead a strong team of 10+ engineers in developing AI-driven Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) products within our dental platform. Not only will you play a key role in driving product initiatives vital to our long-term growth and strategy, you will also transform how dental practices manage their revenue operations; modernize how providers and payers collaborate on claims; and provide clarity into dental billing for patients – ultimately creating a win-win-win situation. This is an incredible opportunity to shape the future of dental care, working on innovative AI technology while growing and developing a world-class engineering team. Your work will make a lasting impact on the industry and contribute directly to Overjet’s mission of improving oral health for all.

Requirements

• 8+ years of software engineering experience in developing software solutions
• 5+ years of management experience.
• Demonstrated success building and scaling engineering organizations of 8+ people across multiple teams
• Proven track record of successful mentorship, accelerating team growth, and being an effective multiplier for the organization
• Experience building 0-1 products and scaling mature platforms.
• Experience implementing engineering processes that balance quality, innovation, and delivery velocity
• Have experience leading cross-team engineering efforts, from analyzing requirements and scoping to shipping and operating in production.
• Hands-on experience in full-stack development with expertise in front-end and back-end technologies, software architecture, and design patterns.
• Strong knowledge of SaaS architecture, cloud infrastructure (e.g., Google Cloud, AWS), and modern development practices like CI/CD.
• Familiarity with Java, Python, JavaScript, Docker, Kubernetes, RESTful APIs, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC).

Nice To Haves

• You care deeply about your teams, invest in their personal growth and support them in maximizing their impact to the business
• You have proven experience building products from concept to market (0-1) and scaling them through subsequent growth stages (1-to-N) in fast-paced environments.
• You have experience implementing LLM-based products in production environments
• You are able to make the right prioritization calls, even if hard, based on business requirements, team needs, and staffing availability
• You balance technical vision with pragmatic execution, knowing when to optimize for speed versus architectural perfection
• You have a passion for problem-solving and the ability to think outside the box
• You are passionate about hiring and play an active role as an engaged hiring partner by attracting engineering talent and maintaining a high talent bar as you grow your teams
• You have experience in cultivating a strong engineering culture in an iterative, agile environment
• You are able to work in a fast-paced environment, as we need someone with the energy and drive to stay ahead of the curve
• You communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders at all levels of the organization

Responsibilities

• Build and scale high-performing engineering teams across global locations, driving key RCM initiatives that contribute to Overjet’s growth
• Lead the development of future AI-powered RCM products
• Drive alignment between engineering teams, product, and architecture teams to achieve business goals
• Define and implement engineering best practices, technical standards, and architectural vision for both short-term and long-term roadmaps
• Lead organizational planning, capacity forecasting, and engineering operations to support business objectives
• Maintain technical credibility by occasionally contributing to the codebase and participating in architectural reviews
• Foster a collaborative, agile engineering culture that balances innovation with operational excellence and aligns with Overjet's values
• Communicate effectively with senior leadership, aligning technical direction with company goals and advocating for your team’s needs

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation and Equity
• Hybrid workplace that provides flexibility, vibrant in-person workspaces, and the ability to build strong connections across all of Overjet - regardless of location
• 401k plans with a matching program
• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage: 99% employee premium covered, 75% dependent premium covered
• Life and AD+D Insurance
• 8 weeks Paid Parental Leave
• Optional HSA with Employer contribution
• Flexible Time Off and company paid holidays
• Annual Learning and Development Stipend

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed