Senior Director, Software Engineering

Leading enterprise software company providing AI-powered CRM solutions and cloud computing services.
$251,900 - $384,100
Backend
Principal Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
12+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · AI

Description For Senior Director, Software Engineering

Salesforce, the Customer Company, is seeking an experienced Senior Director of Engineering to lead their MuleSoft Developer Experience Tools team. This role combines leadership of a substantial engineering organization with cutting-edge AI technology implementation. The position involves leading a team of 35-40 individuals while driving innovation in AI-powered features using Large Language Models (LLMs), Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), and agentic frameworks.

The role requires a unique blend of technical expertise and leadership skills, with responsibilities spanning team management, technical vision, and strategic planning. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in iPaaS/Integration leadership and a strong background in software development, particularly in cloud services and AI integration.

This is an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of AI and developer tools, helping shape the future of integration platforms at one of the world's leading enterprise software companies. The position offers competitive compensation ($251,900 - $384,100) and a hybrid work arrangement requiring 10 days per quarter in office.

The role demands both technical depth and leadership breadth, requiring someone who can drive technical excellence while managing and developing a large team. You'll be responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality products while maintaining team cohesion and fostering a culture of innovation. This position represents a unique opportunity to impact the future of developer experiences while working with cutting-edge AI technologies at a company known for its strong values and commitment to customer success.

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Responsibilities For Senior Director, Software Engineering

  • Lead a team of 35-40 individuals, including 2-3 engineering managers
  • Define and own technical vision for MuleSoft developer experience products
  • Oversee design, development, and delivery of mobile features
  • Ensure performance, reliability, and scalability through best practices
  • Drive collaboration across teams
  • Drive scalable and extensible architecture
  • Work closely with Support and key customers on production issues

Requirements For Senior Director, Software Engineering

Java
Python
  • 6+ years in Engineering Leadership
  • iPaaS/Integration Leadership experience
  • 12+ years building and delivering software products, cloud services
  • Experience with AI Integration (Preferred)
  • Related technical degree required
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Critical eye for product design
  • Expert experience with Agile development methodologies
  • Ability to adapt and handle multiple competing priorities

Benefits For Senior Director, Software Engineering

  • Hybrid work model (10 days/quarter in office)

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