Zenwork - Director - Software Engineering (11-13 yrs)

Role: Director of Engineering.

Location: Hyderabad | Work Mode: Office.

Company Overview.

Zenwork is a technology-first company transforming the landscape of Tax Automation and GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance).

By leveraging AI-driven SaaS solutions and scalable APIs, we simplify complex tax and compliance workflows for businesses across various industries.

Our mission is to enable seamless digital compliance through innovative, user-centric platforms that adapt to the evolving needs of enterprises.

Some Things We're Proud Of at Zenwork.

- Transforming Tax Tech & GRC Automation: Empowering over 500,000 businesses worldwide with seamless, cloud-based tax and compliance solutions.

- Trusted by Industry Leaders: Collaborating with renowned partners like Intuit, Bill.com, Xero, and Sage Intacct to drive innovation and compliance excellence.

- Award-Winning Growth: Recognized as one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.by Inc.

- Magazine and a multi-year recipient of the prestigious Accountex award.

- Backed by Spectrum Equity: Supported by a top-tier investment partner to drive sustained growth and innovation.

- AI-SaaS Excellence: Delivering cutting-edge, AI-driven solutions to simplify and automate complex tax and compliance workflows.

- Global Reach: Successfully operating across the U.S and India, providing scalable and robust solutions to businesses of all sizes.

- Profitable and Expanding: A rare combination of late-stage stability and high-growth momentum in the SaaS space.

- Driving Innovation in Payments: Pioneering secure transaction management and AP/AR automation to redefine digital compliance and payments.

Your Mission:

- As Director of Engineering, you will lead the development of scalable, innovative, and AI-driven payment and compliance platforms, overseeing a team of highly skilled engineers.

- You will play a pivotal role in driving the technical vision, ensuring robust architecture, and fostering a culture of excellence.

What You'll Do:

Provide Strategic Leadership:.

- Lead the software engineering team with expertise across Node.js, Python, Java, or similar languages, ensuring the development of innovative and scalable solutions.

- Drive the design, development, and scaling of platforms in payments and fintech, including AP/AR automation, secure transaction workflows, and compliance integration.

- Spearhead AI and ML initiatives to build next-generation fintech solutions.

- Drive the engineering team's strategic direction with a focus on Node.js framework and associated technologies.

- Lead the design, development, and scaling of payment platforms, including AP/AR automation and secure transaction workflows.

- Define and deliver a technology roadmap, fostering innovation and alignment with business objectives.

Technical Excellence:

- Oversee software architecture, ensuring scalability and robust design.

- Lead AI initiatives to enhance product capabilities and market differentiation.

- Manage the integration of third-party payment services and build end-to-end custom payment solutions.

Team & Project Management:.

- Mentor engineering managers and senior engineers, promoting professional growth and team cohesion.

- Oversee the end-to-end software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering to deployment.

- Establish and enforce best practices for engineering excellence, including code quality, testing, and deployment.

Collaboration & Delivery:

Work cross-functionally to translate business needs into scalable technical solutions.

Interface with stakeholders to ensure alignment on deliverables and timelines.

Manage project budgets, timelines, and team performance using key metrics.

What We Look For.

Technical Expertise:

- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field.

- 10+ years in software development, with a strong focus on Node.js technologies, Node.js, Python, Java, or similar languages.

- 5+ years in a leadership role, with expertise in payment platforms and scalable architectures.

- Proficiency in messaging technologies, microservices, API design, and relational/NoSQL databases.

Leadership & Collaboration:.

- Proven ability to scale engineering teams and processes in high-growth environments.

- Exceptional problem-solving skills and decision-making in dynamic settings.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to bridge technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Process-Driven Approach:.

- Deep understanding of Agile methodologies and their implementation across teams.

- Commitment to innovation and continuous improvement in engineering practices.