Software Engineer Director

As the Director of Software Engineering at Meritage Homes, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing the core home builder systems, including JDE E1, Hyphen, and FileNet, while also leading the delivery of a new Land Development technology solution. Your key responsibilities will include driving the strategic direction, development, and successful implementation of these platforms, ensuring they align with business needs and future growth objectives:

1. Strategic Leadership: Provide strategic direction and vision for software engineering initiatives, aligning them with the organization's goals and objectives.
2. Team Management: Lead and manage a team of software engineers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture. Provide mentorship, guidance, and professional development opportunities.
3. System Architecture and Design: Oversee the architecture and design of software systems utilizing JDE E1, Hyphen, FileNet, and the TBD Land Acquisition / Development software solution, ensuring scalability, performance, and maintainability.
4. Software Development Lifecycle: Define and enforce best practices and standards for the software development lifecycle, including requirements gathering, coding, testing, deployment, and maintenance.
5. Collaboration and Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including business analysts, project managers, and stakeholders, to gather requirements, prioritize tasks, and ensure successful project delivery.
6. Technical Leadership: Stay current with emerging technologies and trends, providing technical expertise and guidance to the team. Drive innovation and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
7. Quality Assurance and Testing: Implement robust testing strategies to ensure the quality and reliability of software solutions. Establish and monitor metrics for software performance and reliability.
8. Risk and Issue Management: Identify and mitigate risks and issues associated with software engineering projects. Proactively address challenges and implement contingency plans when necessary.
9. Vendor Management: Manage relationships with external vendors and partners, ensuring the successful integration of third-party software and tools.
10. Compliance and Security: Ensure software systems adhere to regulatory compliance standards and security protocols. Implement appropriate measures to protect sensitive data.

1. Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field.
2. Extensive experience (7 years) in software engineering, including hands-on experience with JDE E1, Oracle Textura or similar Land Dev Mgt, Hyphen, and FileNet
3. Proven track record of successfully managing software engineering teams and delivering high-quality software solutions.
4. Strong understanding of software development methodologies, best practices, and tools.
5. Expertise in system architecture and design, with a focus on scalability and performance optimization.
6. Excellent leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire technical teams.
7. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to identify and resolve complex technical challenges.
8. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
9. Experience with Agile or other iterative development methodologies.
10. Familiarity with compliance standards and security protocols related to software systems.

As the Director of Software Engineering, you will play a critical role in driving software engineering initiatives, ensuring the successful implementation and maintenance of JDE E1, Hyphen, and FileNet. Your leadership and technical expertise will be instrumental in delivering high-quality software solutions that meet business requirements and drive organizational success.

Are you looking for an incredible career opportunity? Then Meritage Homes is the place for you! From the homes we build to the careers we offer, we believe in quality. Meritage Homes is the ENERGY STAR Partner of The Year in Sustained Excellence for being a leader in protecting the environment and advancing energy efficiency in homebuilding. We are looking for candidates who are excited about furthering their careers, as well as being a part of an organization that helps people live happier, healthier lives. With over 100,000 homes built, Meritage Homes is looking for professionals who are self-starters and want to help our organization grow by providing new and innovative ideas.

When joining Meritage Homes, you and your career can benefit in several ways, including:

• A work environment that encourages creativity and innovative ideas from every level
• An organization that lives by its core values everyday
• Team atmosphere where every individual is considered a vital asset
• State of the art technology to provide an optimal working environment
• A competitive pay structure
• Strong benefits
• Flexibility in work-life integration
• Team-oriented environment where all individuals play an integral role in the company
• Opportunity to further your career in a growing national organization
• Maintain a competitive drive to be the best

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