The Director of Engineering will manage engineering managers, oversee software development, and ensure quality solutions while fostering team growth and collaboration.
Company:
US0623 Sysco Technologies, LLC
Sales Territory:
None
Zip Code:
77077
Travel Percentage:
0
Compensation Range:
$156,200.00 - $260,300.00
The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws. Factors that may be used to determine your actual rate of pay include your specific skills, years of experience and other factors.
You may be eligible to participate in the Company's Incentive Plan.
BENEFITS INFORMATION:
For information on Sysco's Benefits, please visit https://SyscoBenefits.com
Essential Functions:• Own, oversee, and execute the development, testing, deployment, and delivery of large-scale software applications. Manage engineering managers.• Work with engineering managers to design high-volume, high availability microservices in AWS to meet the business requirements. Drive tribe-level development methodology.• Partner with Product Management to set product and development strategy and vision with an eye towards balancing productivity and customer experience.• Advocate for engineering-led initiatives that improve speed, quality, agility, and developer experience. Ensure quality of technical solutions provided by the team.• Deliver robust and scalable solutions, incorporating in new technologies as appropriate.• Coach managers in both their technical and professional development. Identify and coordinate tribe training needs.• Recruit, retain and develop exceptional engineering talent.• Cultivate a positive company culture that values cross team collaboration and trust.• Continuously optimize team and development processes. Define tribe-level policies and procedures, as necessary.• Own tribe-level budgets.
Minimum Qualifications• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, related technical field or equivalent self-study.• 7 years in management role leading a team of software engineers.• 10 years professional technical experience delivery software as part of a development team utilizing React, Node.JS or Java.• Understanding and practical application of development methodologies, test automation, and continuous integration strategies.• Experience in an agile environment.
Preferred Qualifications• Experience in a start-up environment.• Experience mentoring and developing technical and functional skills of team members.
#LI-Remote
OVERVIEW:
Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations.
We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We're looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.
This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.
Anticipated Close Date:
01/01/2026
The deadline may be extended in good faith based on business needs. The posting will be updated when the deadline is extended.
US0623 Sysco Technologies, LLC
Sales Territory:
None
Zip Code:
77077
Travel Percentage:
0
Compensation Range:
$156,200.00 - $260,300.00
The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws. Factors that may be used to determine your actual rate of pay include your specific skills, years of experience and other factors.
You may be eligible to participate in the Company's Incentive Plan.
BENEFITS INFORMATION:
For information on Sysco's Benefits, please visit https://SyscoBenefits.com
Essential Functions:• Own, oversee, and execute the development, testing, deployment, and delivery of large-scale software applications. Manage engineering managers.• Work with engineering managers to design high-volume, high availability microservices in AWS to meet the business requirements. Drive tribe-level development methodology.• Partner with Product Management to set product and development strategy and vision with an eye towards balancing productivity and customer experience.• Advocate for engineering-led initiatives that improve speed, quality, agility, and developer experience. Ensure quality of technical solutions provided by the team.• Deliver robust and scalable solutions, incorporating in new technologies as appropriate.• Coach managers in both their technical and professional development. Identify and coordinate tribe training needs.• Recruit, retain and develop exceptional engineering talent.• Cultivate a positive company culture that values cross team collaboration and trust.• Continuously optimize team and development processes. Define tribe-level policies and procedures, as necessary.• Own tribe-level budgets.
Minimum Qualifications• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, related technical field or equivalent self-study.• 7 years in management role leading a team of software engineers.• 10 years professional technical experience delivery software as part of a development team utilizing React, Node.JS or Java.• Understanding and practical application of development methodologies, test automation, and continuous integration strategies.• Experience in an agile environment.
Preferred Qualifications• Experience in a start-up environment.• Experience mentoring and developing technical and functional skills of team members.
#LI-Remote
OVERVIEW:
Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations.
We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We're looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.
This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.
Anticipated Close Date:
01/01/2026
The deadline may be extended in good faith based on business needs. The posting will be updated when the deadline is extended.
Top Skills
AWS
Java
Node.js
React
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