Software Engineering Director
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About Cortico
Cortico is a nonprofit committed to fostering constructive conversations and surfacing underheard voices. We believe that intentionally designed and intentionally deployed technology can enable communities to achieve these aims in ways that are more inclusive and scalable.
Communities have used our platform to lift up voices and perspectives in the selection of Madison WIs police chief and the election of Bostons mayor. Local newsrooms have used our platform to understand citizen agendas and include underheard voices directly in their reporting. Global nonprofits are using our platform to elevate conversations on climate from around the world. Local nonprofits have used our platform to surface experiences of people in the margins and amplify their voices through artist collaborations.
Whether in person on a laptop or on a phone we are committed to meeting people where they are. Our platform continues to grow in both mobile and web format as we leverage emerging technologies to enhance the process of understanding rich conversation data.
Corticos unique human/machine system is the product of an effort led by Cortico in cooperation with MITs Center for Constructive Communication (MIT CCC).
About this role
We are seeking a Software Engineering Director to lead and manage our team of nine engineers. Our approach is ready to scale. We are looking for a leader who has experience scaling a complex product in a rapidly evolving space. The ideal candidate will be curious to explore the ways in which AI can be used to enhance the human processes central to our mission.
The primary responsibilities of this role include:
Lead and manage a team of engineers ensuring alignment with project goals and company mission.
Oversee engineering workflows sprints and deliverables maintaining a structured and efficient development process.
Mentor coach and support engineers in their professional growth and daytoday work.
Partner with Product and Design teams to translate vision into executable engineering plans.
Advocate for the adoption of AI tools and methodologies to enhance Corticos product offerings.
Ensure best practices in software development code quality and system reliability.
Collaborate crossfunctionally with research product and leadership teams to align engineering efforts with organizational needs.
Manage hiring onboarding and professional development for the engineering team.
At Cortico we look at a number of things when setting compensationlike your experience skills certifications training and what the role needs. Where you land on our range depends on your unique background and experience as well as where you live. For this role the estimated pay range is $165000 $200000. We have competitive benefits which can be foundhere.
Our team members must be based in the U.S. Unfortunately we are unable to sponsor visas at this time.
About our culture
Corticos team is kind collaborative inquisitive and inclusive. We have high standards for quality. We help each other learn in order to reach our objectives. We think technology is best built by teams with a diversity of backgrounds perspectives and experiences. Every team member is a human first and we strive to create a culture and environment that supports your career goals and respects all of the hats you wear in life not just the ones that earn you a paycheck.
About our AI approach
At Cortico we recognize the complexity of building technology that thoughtfully balances human judgement and AI capabilities. We want to avoid pushbutton AI and instead champion responsible and responsive AI approaches that emphasize transparency security human agency and collaboration.
About you
These are not hard and fast requirements. Some of the best people weve ever hired have not fit the profile and above all we prize curiosity and ability to learn fast and adapt.
Youve read about our mission and values and they strongly align with yours.
You have deep experience building products that regular folks interact with regardless of whether its in a professional or consumer context.
You have a background in software architecture but now get a kick out of managing teams to collectively achieve more than they could alone.
You are insatiably curious and love communicating what youve learned to others. You love even more listening and learning from the breadth of expertise across the Cortico team.
Youve managed enough people in enough teams over the years to see the patterns in behavior that lead to healthy teams and know how to encourage them.
You are well organized and know how to work with your team to develop plans for deliverables from development to testing to deployment.
You have a deep knowledge of Python Typescript React or React Native but dont limit yourself to any one language or set of tools.
You think that the more a team reflects the diversity of our customers the better the product. You like to ensure that you have the widest possible top of funnel for talent.
Next steps
Please apply below and include the following information:
A little about you and your interest in the role. Please share with us why this role excites you and how you see yourself in this work.
A resum / cv
Any links you think may be relevant (i.e. portfolio GitHub etc.
We know great candidates come from a wide range of backgrounds. If youre passionate about what were building at Cortico dont hesitate to applyeven if youre not sure you meet every qualification.
About our process
Our interview process includes multiple rounds mission alignment system architecture sessions nontechnical collaboration and communication and a leadership session. As part of the process you will be asked to present a technical talk on a project of your choice to the full Cortico team. The final stages include a conversation with our CEO and reference checks. Through all of these sessions we make sure that you have plenty of time to ask questions of Cortico team members. We strive to review and respond to all applicants within three weeks of submission.
Cortico maintains a strong policy of equal opportunity in employment. It is our objective to recruit hire and retain the most qualified individuals without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation or identity national origin age disability veteran status or any other characteristic or status protected by applicable federal state or local law. Our equal employment philosophy applies to all aspects of employment including recruitment compensation benefits training promotions transfers job benefits and terminations.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Remote
Company Industry
Key Skills
- Go
- Lean
- Management Experience
- React
- Node.js
- Operations Management
- Project Management
- Research & Development
- Software Development
- Team Management
- GraphQL
- Leadership Experience
