Director of Engineering & Technology

Job Description

Job Description

Director of Engineering & Technology

Location: San Antonio, TX (On-site or willing to relocate to San Antonio may be considered)

Important Information About This Recruitment Process

This is a highly selective recruitment process and is not intended for immediate hiring . We are committed to conducting a thorough and careful evaluation of every application to identify the best long-term fit for our organization.

Qualified candidates will first participate in an interview process conducted by an Executive Search (Head Hunter) partner , followed by interviews with the Human Resources team in San Antonio, Texas .

Professional references will be requested and verified .

About the Role

We are seeking an accomplished Engineering Head to lead our Technology & Engineering organization and shape the future of our technology landscape.

Reporting directly to the CEO, this executive leader will define and execute the company's technology strategy while leading multidisciplinary engineering teams responsible for software development, infrastructure, and databases. The successful candidate will play a critical role in improving operational efficiency, system reliability, scalability, and overall customer experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute the company's technology strategy and long-term roadmap aligned with business objectives.

• Lead and develop multidisciplinary Engineering teams, including Software Development, Infrastructure, and Database functions.

• Establish technology standards, best practices, and modernization initiatives that improve scalability, reliability, performance, and security.

• Partner with executive leadership to prioritize strategic initiatives and translate business needs into technology solutions.

• Drive project execution, operational excellence, and a culture focused on accountability, continuous improvement, and permanent root-cause resolution.

• Ensure the stability, availability, and security of all core systems while supporting the organization's continued growth and modernization.

Required Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive engineering leadership experience.

• Demonstrated success defining and executing enterprise technology roadmaps.

• Experience leading Software Development, Infrastructure, and Database teams.

• Strong strategic planning, prioritization, and stakeholder management skills.

• Proven ability to identify root causes and implement sustainable long-term solutions.

• Experience with modern technology stacks, preferably including: .NET, Angular, SQL Server, Infrastructure Management, and DevOps .

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in retail, automotive services, or multi-location operational businesses.

• Experience modernizing legacy systems and implementing enterprise technology solutions.

• Background with ERP, accounting systems, workflow automation, or internally developed business systems.

• Executive presence with the ability to influence across all organizational levels.

• Spanish language skills are preferred but not required .

Employment Details

• Reporting To: CEO

• Hiring Model: W-2 Temp-to-Perm engagement, allowing both parties to evaluate technical capability, leadership effectiveness, and cultural fit prior to permanent employment.

• Location: Candidates based in San Antonio or willing to relocate are strongly preferred. Initial on-site presence is expected, with the possibility of a hybrid work arrangement thereafter.

• Background Verification: Employment background verification will be conducted internally.
  

-Personal documentation may be required at some point during the recruitment and selection process-