Builders Capital

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We are looking for a Director of Software Engineering to join our team! The Director of Software Engineering will be responsible for overseeing the Engineering team, to include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; as well as overseeing the end-to-end software development lifecycle, driving technical excellence, innovation, and scalability across projects. Builders Capital is the nation's leading private construction lender, providing innovative financing solutions to professional homebuilders. We are committed to empowering our clients with the capital and expertise they need to succeed in the dynamic residential construction market. What You’ll Do: Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary engineering team to develop scalable, secure, and user-centric software solutions for construction finance loan origination and servicing. Define and execute the technology roadmap to align with and achieve business objectives. Active participation in solution design and code reviews. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, architects, data scientists, and business stakeholders, to align on strategic goals. Oversee the development and optimization of software solutions supporting underwriting, disbursement tracking, draw requests, and project performance analytics. Ensure system reliability, scalability, and security in compliance with industry standards and regulations. Advocate for modern engineering practices, including CI/CD, microservices architecture, and cloud-native development. Identify and integrate emerging technologies to maintain competitive, forward-looking systems. Leverage deep knowledge of construction finance workflows, addressing challenges such as lien waivers, cost monitoring, and contractor management. Design solutions tailored to the unique requirements of the construction finance sector, including compliance and risk assessment. Partner with product, operations, and compliance teams to gather requirements and deliver strategic priorities. Translate business needs into actionable technical specifications, ensuring alignment throughout the development lifecycle. Establish and track KPIs to measure team performance, system reliability, and user satisfaction. Provide regular updates and technical insights to executive leadership and stakeholders. 7+ years of progressive engineering experience, with 3+ years in a technical leadership or management role. Highly technical and results-driven professional with extensive experience architecting and delivering scalable web applications and enterprise-grade systems. Expert in full-stack JavaScript/TypeScript development, with deep proficiency in Node.js, modern frontend frameworks such as React and Angular, and relational database design using SQL Server. Proven experience leading the design and development of scalable, secure, and user-focused software platforms. Strong technical background in modern software architecture, including microservices, APIs, and cloud-native systems (e.g., AWS, Azure, or GCP). Deep understanding of CI/CD pipelines, DevOps best practices, and automation frameworks. Experience implementing and maintaining enterprise-grade security, reliability, and compliance standards. Familiarity with data analytics, performance monitoring, and business intelligence tools. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present technical information to non-technical stakeholders. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities. Innovative Environment: Join a forward-thinking company at the forefront of the construction finance industry with access to cutting-edge technology and resources. Work Flexibility: Enjoy a flexible work environment where you can balance team leadership with your personal life. National Impact: Be part of a nationwide operation that’s shaping the future of construction financing and making a difference for builders, developers, and homeowners across the U.S. Health Insurance – We’ve got you covered! Builders Capital pays 100% of your medical insurance premiums to keep you healthy and stress-free, offering a PPO and HSA plans. Health Savings Account (HSA) – We contribute annually into your HSA account (prorated from your hire date) and for those the select our HSA plan. Competitive Compensation – We offer competitive wages that reward your expertise and hard work. Paid Time Off – Take time to recharge with 3 weeks of paid time off each year. Paid Holidays – Enjoy 10 paid holidays throughout the year so you can spend quality time with family, friends, or doing whatever you love. We’re here to support you both professionally and personally—because when you thrive, we all thrive. Compensation for this position falls between $180,000-$220,000 annually, depending on qualifications and background. This job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job; however, there may be additional duties, responsibilities, and qualifications for this job. Builders Capital is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. This is a full-time exempt position. The job description contained herein is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position, which may change without notice.