Director of Engineering

August 22

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Description

• As a Director of Engineering, you are a member of the Executive Team, overseeing the organization's running. • Responsible for translating Ushahidi’s vision and strategy into the engineering function. • Help shape Ushahidi’s vision, align the engineering team’s work with its mission, and oversee all technological systems.

Requirements

• Over eight years of engineering leadership experience, including at least 3 years directly managing and guiding engineering teams. • Experience working with open-source projects, including collaborating with community and UX design teams • Demonstrated ability to communicate complex technical ideas clearly and effectively to technical and non-technical audiences. • A proven track record of strategic thinking with at least three years in a relevant role and the ability to see the big picture to align engineering efforts with broader organizational goals. • Experience leading, managing, and fostering collaboration within geographically dispersed teams. • Capable of exercising sound judgment and making decisions. • A proactive self-starter who thrives in a collaborative environment, driving projects forward. • Proven success in partnering with product management, contributing to product strategy, and playing a key role in delivering product roadmaps.