Director Software Engineering

Are you motivated by leading complex engineering work while developing and empowering high‑performing teams? Do you enjoy combining hands‑on technical leadership with customer collaboration to deliver meaningful outcomes? About our Team You will work within the LNLP Standard technology organization, collaborating with global engineering colleagues to build and enhance reliable, scalable solutions. The team values technical excellence, clear communication, and continuous improvement. About the Role This role provides senior leadership across software engineering delivery, people management, and technical direction. You will guide large, distributed teams, contribute deep technical expertise, and work closely with customers and stakeholders to shape and evolve products. The position balances strategic accountability with hands‑on problem solving. Responsibilities Lead large offshore teams to deliver solutions that address complex business needs Hold overall management accountability, including hiring, performance management, coaching, and staff development Ensure teams are skilled in the critical aspects of their roles through clear feedback, knowledge sharing, and training opportunities Act as a senior technical authority by writing advanced, complex code, performing code reviews, and leading development approaches Work directly with customers and end users, providing input into solution and product design Encourage new ideas and innovation, empowering team members to take ownership and accountability Use effective project planning and management practices to balance multiple priorities and deliver outcomes Requirements Substantial software engineering experience, with the ability to design, build, and review complex systems Strong experience with project planning and management tools and methodologies Proven experience in staff resourcing and people management, including offshore and partner‑based models Expertise across development languages and technologies such as Java/J2EE, JavaScript, JSP, C/C++, HTML, XML, SQL, .NET, Windows, and UNIX Advanced experience with code reviews, development standards, and modern engineering practices High proficiency in database technologies, including design, optimization, manipulation, and best practices Strong analytical and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively Clear and effective communication skills, able to convey technical information to diverse audiences Work in a Way That Works for You We support flexible approaches to how work is done, enabling teams to deliver strong results while maintaining balance. Working Pattern This role supports flexible working patterns aligned with team and business needs. About the Business LNLP Standard delivers trusted legal and professional information solutions that help customers make informed decisions, manage risk, and improve productivity through technology and expertise. U.S. National Base Pay Range: $136,100 - $252,800. Geographic differentials may apply in some locations to better reflect local market rates. This job is eligible for an annual incentive bonus. We know your well-being and happiness are key to a long and successful career. We are delighted to offer country specific benefits. Click here to access benefits specific to your location. We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process. If you have a disability or other need that requires accommodation or adjustment, please let us know by completing our Applicant Request Support Form or please contact View phone number on click.appcast.io. 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We help lawyers win cases, manage their work more efficiently, serve their clients better and grow their practices. We assist corporations in better understanding their markets and preventing bribery and corruption within their supply chains. We partner with leading global associations and customers to help collect evidence against war criminals and provide tools to combat human trafficking. We endeavour to advance the rule of law across the world.Our teams are combining unparalleled legal and business information with analytics and technology to advance what’s possible for the way our customers work and to advance what’s possible in the world by strengthening the rule of law.