[Remote] Director of Engineering - Internal Platform

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Pantheon is a company that powers over 300,000 websites globally, catering to organizations like Google and the United Nations. They are looking for a Director of Engineering to lead multiple engineering teams, focusing on technical direction, architectural vision, and the development of foundational initiatives that enhance the organization's performance and compliance.ResponsibilitiesTreat the Internal Platform as a product, prioritizing developer experience (DX) and reducing cognitive load for internal engineering teamsDefine and execute technical strategy across multiple engineering teams, aligning technology initiatives with business objectives and our platform's evolutionLead and mentor a team of Engineering Managers and very senior engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and continuous learningDrive architectural decisions for large-scale distributed systems, focusing on scalability, reliability, and performance optimizationChampion best practices in software development, system design, and operational excellence across the engineering organizationManage complex technical debt and guide system modernization efforts while maintaining platform stabilityRepresent Pantheon's technical interests by building and maintaining strong relationships with essential technology partners and vendorsSkills12+ years of engineering experience with 3+ years in senior roles managing other managersProven track record of building and leading multiple high-performing engineering teamsTrack record of successful large-scale technical initiatives and organizational transformationExecutive-level communication skills with ability to translate complex technical concepts for various audiencesAdvanced knowledge of cloud platforms (GCP, AWS, or Azure) and container orchestration systemsDelivery of critical compliance initiatives including SOC2, PCI, ISO, and/or FedRAMPExpert understanding of distributed systems design, microservices architecture, and cloud-native technologiesSupporting AI-native development workflows, including LLM integration and agentic automationProficiency with modern development practices, CI/CD, and DevOps methodologiesStaff-level architectural knowledge with passion for driving decision-making through in-depth technical discussionsStrong foundation in programming languages such as Go, Python, or JavaBenefitsIndustry competitive compensation and equity planFlexible time off, sick days, and 13 paid holidaysComprehensive medical insurance including Health, Dental and VisionPaid parental leave (plus fertility, adoption and other family planning benefits)In-office workspace (San Francisco & Chicago)Monthly allowance for wellness, reading and access to LinkedIn Learning for continued developmentEvents and activities both team-based and company wide that inspire, educate and cultivateCompany OverviewPantheon is a website operations platform that provides custom application services. It was founded in 2010, and is headquartered in San Francisco, California, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is https://pantheon.io.