WHO are we looking for?

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Software Engineering to guide and grow a high-performing team of software engineers working on mission-critical applications. This role reports to the Chief Technology Officer and is pivotal in driving innovation, standardizing engineering practices, and delivering scalable, secure, and high-quality software solutions. You will work closely with the Quality Assurance Leader (also reporting to the Chief Technology Officer) to ensure seamless collaboration between development and quality assurance, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

Leadership & Strategy

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of developers across multiple sprint teams, projects, and platforms
• Collaborate with the CTO and QA Leader to define and execute the engineering strategy
• Champion agile best practices, DevOps culture, and continuous delivery
• Build relationships with senior business leaders and serve on steering committees
• Assist with vendor evaluations for future-state technology procurement
• Support the CTO with M&A prospects, the Board, and regulators as necessary

Technical Oversight

• Provide architectural guidance and hands-on support across multiple technologies (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics CE / Power Platform, Azure cloud services, etc.)
• Partner with Product, QA, and Infrastructure teams to deliver high-impact solutions
• Guide sprint planning, backlog grooming, and release management in an agile scrum environment
• Promote cross-functional collaboration and shared accountability for outcomes
• Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and maintainable

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

• Identify and implement opportunities for automation, modernization, and process optimization
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends to inform strategic decisions 

People Leadership & Staff Development

• Establish and enforce development standards, design patterns, and technical best practices
• Facilitate architectural discussions across teams, mediating design disagreements and guiding toward optimal solutions
• Recognize and address performance challenges while empowering team members to succeed
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and performance management for managers and senior technical staff
• Recruit, develop, and retain top engineering talent, creating career paths that engage and motivate staff

Collaboration & Delivery

• Act as a trusted partner to business leaders, ensuring technology solutions align with strategic objectives
• Serve as a liaison between technical teams and non-technical stakeholders, translating business needs into actionable technology strategies and removing barriers to timely delivery
• Promote a culture of learning, innovation, and professional growth within the team

Minimum Qualifications:

• 10+ years in software development, with 5+ years in leadership or managerial role
• Proven experience in enterprise application development, preferably in regulated industries, financial services preferred
• Knowledge of secure software development practices

Technical Skills

• Strong expertise in Microsoft Dynamics CE / Power Platform and Azure
• Proficiency in the .NET framework, C#, JavaScript/TypeScript, React, MVC, Python, AI-coding platforms such as GitHub Copilot, source control (ADO/Git), and CI/CD (ADO pipelines/Terraform)
• Proficiency in SQL, stored procedures, relational database architecture, and API development and management

Desired Qualifications/Skills:

• Excellent people management, coaching, and team-building skills
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Experience in financial services / capital markets

WHAT can you expect from your career at CAPTRUST?

Our colleagues, like our clients, tend to stay with CAPTRUST for years. There’s a reason for it; it’s a great culture in which to work and grow. We all work together, each of us motivating those around us with our commitment to high standards. At CAPTRUST, expect a fully stocked break room, fun employee events, and a quality team surrounding you with opportunities for personal growth.

Our Employee Benefits Package shows how much we value our team.  Some benefits include:

• Employee ownership opportunities
• Brick Bonus success sharing program
• Comprehensive health coverage + Personify wellness platform
• 401(k) program with a 5% employer match + financial planning for colleagues

WHERE will you be working?

4208 Six Forks Rd #1700 | Raleigh, NC 27609

Due to the nature of the role, this is not a remote or work from home position. #LI-Onsite

HOW do we build a world class organization one brick at a time?

We make it a priority to hire those who have a commitment to service, a real interest in other people, and a passion to continuously improve. Simply put: the difference at CAPTRUST is the quality of our people and depth of our bench. If you are ready to make your mark, we want to talk to you.

Are you the next brick? 

To get it done the CAPTRUST Way, an individual should exhibit the following characteristics:  

• Ability to build successful, collaborative, and trusting relationships
• Instinctive aptitude for consistently creating accurate, concise, respectful, and easy-to-understand verbal and written communications conveying complex information
• A strong sense of urgency about getting work done and solving problems to achieve results that benefit our clients and colleagues, even when faced with challenges
• Inherent desire to give back to our communities and enrich the lives of those around us
• An other-centered mindset
• Integrity through maintaining objectivity 

EEO/Diversity Statement:

At CAPTRUST, we are committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce and inclusive work environment where ALL colleagues feel authentically seen, respected, and supported.

CAPTRUST is committed to providing employment opportunities without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, familial status, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, medical condition, marital status and registered domestic partner status, citizenship status, military and veteran status, disability, protected medical condition, genetic information, or any other status protected by law. CAPTRUST makes all employment decisions without regard to these protected statuses and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination. #director