Director, Tech Lead - Developer Portal

Prudential, a leading global financial services company, is seeking a Director, Tech Lead for their Developer Portal initiative within the Application Patterns Team under the CTO. This role represents an exciting opportunity to shape the future of Prudential's developer experience by building a best-in-class Developer Portal that will serve both internal and external developers.

The position involves leading a team of engineers while maintaining hands-on involvement in developing a scalable, user-friendly platform that will become the central marketplace for Prudential's integration capabilities. As the Tech Lead, you'll be responsible for establishing the strategic technical roadmap and working closely with various stakeholders including Product Owners, Solution Architects, and business teams.

The role combines technical leadership with practical engineering work, requiring expertise in front-end development, API design, cloud architecture, and security. You'll be working with modern technologies including React, Node.js, Java, Python, and cloud platforms, while implementing best practices for public-facing developer tools.

This is an ideal opportunity for a seasoned technical leader who enjoys both strategic planning and hands-on development. The position offers competitive compensation ($177,800 - $240,600), comprehensive benefits, and the chance to make a significant impact at a Fortune 500 financial services company. You'll be working in Newark, NJ, leading initiatives that will transform how developers interact with Prudential's technology ecosystem.

The role offers excellent growth potential and the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies while building solutions that will impact thousands of developers. If you're passionate about developer experience, technical leadership, and building scalable solutions in the financial sector, this position offers an exciting chance to make your mark at a global industry leader.