Director of Engineering

PAR Technology • New Hartford, NY

3d • $160,000 - $180,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Director of Engineering is responsible for defining and executing the engineering strategy for hardware and embedded systems. This role leads large, distributed teams and oversees end-to-end product development, ensuring alignment with business objectives and delivery of scalable, high-quality solutions. This leader partners cross-functionally across Product, Operations, and Quality to drive innovation, technical excellence, and successful product delivery from concept through launch.

Requirements

• Proven leadership experience managing both hardware and embedded device software projects.
• ODM and contract manufacturer relationships — SOW negotiation, acceptance testing, vendor accountability.
• Strong background in engineering strategy, product development, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Expertise in system architecture, hardware design, and embedded software integration.
• Ability to lead large, distributed teams and drive complex programs from concept to launch.
• Demonstrated experience managing senior individual contributors who need little technical direction from their manager
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Deep understanding of manufacturing processes, supply chain considerations, and quality assurance.
• Familiarity with IoT ecosystems, connectivity protocols, and firmware development.
• Commercial hardware product domain — POS, drive-through, consumer electronics, industrial, or adjacent
• Experience with compliance standards (e.g., FCC, CE) and product certifications.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on scalability and reliability.
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies and modern development practice
• BSEE or Computer Engineering
• NPI and manufacturing transfer experience through production handoff

Nice To Haves

• Audio or Drive-Thru system experience highly preferred

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the engineering vision for hardware and embedded systems.
• Oversee end-to-end product development, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Build and mentor a high-performing engineering organization across multiple disciplines.
• People management for a mixed team of senior hardware and software engineers
• Partner with Product Management, Operations, and Quality teams to deliver innovative, market-leading solutions.
• Drive technical excellence, process improvements, and continuous innovation.
• Manage budgets, resources, and timelines for complex, multi-phase programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: Associate degree