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Director, Software Engineering Remote
Full time, Netherlands, Italy, Poland, Spain, United Kingdom

The Director of Software Engineering guides a team of internal and external software engineers, shaping the direction of software development efforts and ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality software products. This role is hands-on, supporting software engineers in troubleshooting, code reviews, and technical discussions while also driving innovation, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and executing the software engineering strategy aligned with overall business objectives.

The Director collaborates with cross-functional teams, including product management, design, and quality assurance, to define requirements, prioritize initiatives, and ensure timely product delivery. This role leads by example, is eventually responsible for technical and architectural choices, and is a key driver of technical excellence, security, and scalability across the GetGoing organization.

As a Director, Software Engineering, you will

• Establish best practices, processes, and tools to ensure consistent, high-quality, and cost-effective delivery of software products developed by both internal and external engineering teams
• Ensure that software products adhere to corporate security policies and guidelines, including PCI compliance and how they impact the delivery of technical solutions
• Be responsible for conducting Security Risk Assessments and Privacy Risk Assessments in collaboration with the company’s Information Security team
• Lead the development of high-quality, scalable, and performant multi-platform software systems, leveraging both internal and external engineering resources
• Manage the selection of third-party technology vendors and tools. Manage the relationship with technology 3-rd party vendors, including billing and administration for tools specific to the functional area
• Lead and communicate change and set team priorities

About you

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Extensive experience in software engineering, with a proven track record of technical expertise
• Considerable experience in technology leadership, including guiding and managing high-performing teams in a fast-paced, agile environment
• Proven ability to create and execute technical roadmaps aligned with long-term business goals
• Proficiency in software development methodologies, tools, and technologies including but not limited to object-oriented programming, cloud services, CI/CD (continuous integration/continuous delivery), AWS, Python, Elasticsearch, React, PWA, and REST/SOAP APIs
• Excellent communication skills—oral, written, and presentation—with fluency in English.

About us
We’re a market leader in travel management: We help people and companies travel smart and achieve more, and our clients include some of the world’s best-known and most innovative business and consumer brands. We operate in more than 100 countries, and the majority of our 10,000+ people work virtually (because a 10-second commute usually makes awesome sense). We’re committed to sustainability and to driving success for our customers, our business and ourselves. Learn more about BCD Travel.

Your life at BCD

Working at BCD means connecting, collaborating and celebrating. You’ll be part of a virtual, dynamic and flexible work environment that fosters a good work-life balance so you can focus on what makes you happy. But don’t just take our word for it! Hear why people join BCD and more about the great perks of Life at BCD.

You’ll be offered

• Flexible working hours and work-from-home or remote opportunities
• Opportunities to grow your skillset and career
• Generous vacation days so you can rest and recharge
• A compensation package that feels fair to you, including mental, physical, and financial wellbeing tools
• Travel industry professional perks and discounts
• An inclusive work environment where diversity is celebrated

Ready to join the journey? Apply now!

We’re dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. If you’re excited about a role, but your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we still encourage you to apply.

We are committed to providing reasonable and necessary accommodations to ensure all employees can perform their roles effectively. For accommodation requests or further information, contact our Talent Acquisition department at careers@bcdtravel.com.
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