Director of Engineering

Director Of EngineeringThe Role We're looking for a Director of Engineering to serve as the primary technical leader for PRPL's internal operations and client project oversight. This is a senior, hands-on leadership role - the connective tissue between our creative and engineering teams, our internal IT infrastructure, and the technical direction of client engagements. You'll oversee day-to-day IT operations, manage a small internal IT/dev team, and serve as a trusted technical advisor on client projects. You'll also play a key planning and oversight role as PRPL continues to evolve how it delivers work, incorporating AI tooling, modern web technologies, and scalable processes across our organization.What You'll OwnInternal IT & InfrastructureOwn PRPL's internal technology stack - tools, licenses, systems, security, and vendor relationshipsManage and mentor a small internal IT/development teamEnsure reliability, security, and scalability of internal systems across the organizationEvaluate and implement new tools and platforms that improve team efficiency and reduce frictionMaintain IT documentation, access controls, and compliance practicesClient-Facing Technical OversightServe as a technical advisor and sanity check on client project scopes, architectures, and timelinesParticipate in discovery, estimation, and planning for technical engagements - translating client needs into sound technical approachesReview technical deliverables and provide oversight to ensure quality and consistency across projectsAct as a bridge between PRPL's account and creative teams and the technical realities of executionOccasional direct client communication on technical mattersWhat We're Looking ForMust-HavesProven experience managing IT infrastructure and internal systems (network, SaaS, endpoints, security)Demonstrated experience in a client-facing technical role - agency, consulting, or similar environment strongly preferredComfortable leading and developing a small teamFluency across a mixed technology stack - WordPress, custom web applications, and modern frontend frameworksStrong communication skills; able to translate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholdersBased in or able to commute to Orlando, FL up to 3 days/weekStrong PlusesHands-on familiarity with AI tooling - LLMs, AI-assisted development, or AI-driven workflow automationExperience working in a digital or creative agency environmentComfort with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and modern DevOps practicesBackground in web development (React, Next.js, or similar)