Director, Software Engineering - FCL

Element Fleet Management • Minneapolis, MN

6d • Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for a strategic leader to join our team as Director, Software Engineering - FCL. In this role, you will oversee IT digital transformations of Element’s current web and MS Access application technology stack. You will be accountable for building a roadmap and executing transformation of legacy applications into modern, cloud-native applications. This role is expected to lead the effort and build a team within Element that will retain in-house knowledge of all new and old applications.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required in Computer Engineering or related fields.
• 20+ years of progressive hands-on experience in software development and application support within multi-platform java/abap/linux/mainframe/database/SAP environments.
• At least 10+ years of proven experience in leading large, cross-functional and cross-platform technical teams.
• Proven experience developing mainframe modernization strategies, including rehosting, re platforming, and refactoring.
• Proven experience in successful execution of large technology transformation programs.
• Experience communicating Software Development related concepts to a broad range of technical and non-technical audiences.
• Relevant experience in collaborating with vendor IT teams.
• Skills in assessing current systems and identifying opportunities for improvement and modernization.
• Ability to develop and execute a comprehensive mainframe modernization roadmap.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Fleet management business or financial application.
• Certifications on AWS / other cloud technologies.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and evaluate legacy computer systems and applications, including web-based platforms, Mainframe, and MS Access systems, to assess technical capabilities, workflows, data processing methods, compatibility, and engineering requirements for modernization in the fleet management industry.
• Design and develop detailed technology transformation roadmaps, including cloud-native architectures, system integrations, and scalable engineering solutions to improve performance, security, and user experience.
• Recommend and specify engineered IT solutions by applying computer engineering principles to align technology with business objectives, including technical feasibility studies and measurable outcome definitions.
• Review and develop technical specifications, system designs, testing protocols, and provide expert guidance on software development lifecycle best practices and process optimizations.
• Direct Element’s Application technology modernization initiatives, ensuring alignment with business strategy by presenting technical design options, pros and cons.
• Define and track business outcomes for digital initiatives, ensuring software engineering projects achieve measurable solution benefits and return on investment.
• Communicate project status, risks, and benefits to executive leadership and key stakeholders.
• Act as a key technology solution liaison between leadership, business stakeholders, IT teams, and external partners to drive technology driven business transformation efforts.
• Inspire, lead, and grow the IT Web applications team by providing technical guidance and support to professionals managing legacy and modern integrated core systems.
• Establish and enforce clear engineering and technical standards for the team, aligned with SDLC best practices.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and welfare benefits that serve the needs of you and your family and foster a culture of wellness
• Additional benefits and amenities, including paid time-off programs (vacation, sick leave, and holidays)

What This Job Offers

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