Job Description

Title: Director of Software Development
Location: Las Vegas, NV (hybrid, 4 days in-office)
Type: Full-time, Perm

We are currently seeking a strategic and dynamic Director of Development to lead our client’s web development and cloud integration initiatives. This role will oversee a team of developers, manage third-party vendors, and drive the design and implementation of integration solutions across the company’s on-premises and cloud ecosystems.

The ideal candidate will bring a balance of technical understanding and high-level strategic oversight, ensuring seamless integration between cloud and on-premise systems while fostering innovation and efficiency. Experience in industries such as gaming, hospitality, entertainment, or other large-scale, customer-facing organizations will be highly valued.

Your role:

• Lead and mentor a team of developers (a mix of full-time staff and contractors).
• Oversee third-party development agencies, ensuring deliverables meet quality and timeline expectations.
• Guide the team in the integration of applications across cloud and on-prem environments.
• Ensure proper utilization of integration tools like MuleSoft, AWS Lambda, and Kafka for various use cases: app-to-on-prem, on-prem-to-on-prem, and on-prem-to-vendor integrations.
• Provide strategic input on design decisions, offering high-level technical guidance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to align development initiatives with business goals.
• Ensure the organization’s cloud-first strategy is effectively implemented while maintaining the integrity of on-premises systems.
• Identify and resolve integration challenges, ensuring operational efficiency and system reliability.

What you’ve got:

• 8+ years in software development, integration, or related fields.
• 5+ years of leadership experience, managing development teams and overseeing external vendors.
• Proven experience with cloud integration, hybrid environments, and tools like MuleSoft, AWS Lambda, and Kafka.
• Preferred background in the gaming, hospitality, or entertainment industry, or similar customer-centric environments where seamless technology integration is mission-critical.
• Strong understanding of cloud platforms and on-premise systems.
• Familiarity with web development technologies and integration best practices.
• Ability to translate technical challenges into actionable strategies.
• Exceptional decision-making abilities, with a track record of managing complex projects and cross-functional teams.
• Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

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