Head of Software Engineering

2 weeks ago

Wadsworth, Ohio, United States Atlantic Partners Corporation Full time

Company Overview:

Atlantic Partners Corporation is a leading provider in the specialty automotive aftermarket sector, focusing on direct-to-consumer sales through multiple established brands. The organization caters to a diverse clientele, including owners of German, Domestic, Japanese, and Tesla vehicles, as well as professional installers.

With an extensive catalog of over 1 million SKUs, Atlantic Partners Corporation offers a comprehensive range of performance and repair components under both proprietary and third-party labels. The company operates from several locations and utilizes multiple warehouses, complemented by extensive drop shipping arrangements with vendor partners. A couple of their brands are vertically integrated, featuring advanced machining and metal forming capabilities.

Guided by a robust leadership team, the organization has demonstrated exceptional profitability and sustained organic growth, even through economic fluctuations and challenges. The company has also expanded through strategic acquisitions, achieving revenues exceeding $325 million.

In partnership with a prominent private equity firm, Atlantic Partners Corporation has made significant investments to enhance its operations, facilities, technology, and leadership. Recent initiatives include a major expansion of its primary distribution center and the implementation of comprehensive ERP, WMS, and OMS systems, alongside updated web front-end technologies.

The organization is currently looking to enhance its technical leadership by appointing a Director of Software Development, who will report directly to the CTO as the business continues to grow both organically and through an aggressive acquisition strategy.

Position Overview:

The selected candidate will be an experienced and dynamic leader in software development, tasked with transforming this essential IT function that underpins the eCommerce operations. This role demands a strong leader with a profound technical background capable of engaging and influencing team members, along with a proven history of managing and leading teams effectively. The Director will be responsible for establishing the vision and strategic direction, as well as executing efforts to unify eight distinct businesses and multiple web stores into a cohesive Technology Stack. Additionally, this role will oversee critical transformational projects aimed at eliminating technical debt and transitioning from monolithic systems to a modern tech stack.

A successful candidate will exhibit exceptional organizational skills, a results-oriented mindset, resilience under pressure, and the ability to drive outcomes through independent action and influence across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with executive leadership and business presidents on strategic technical initiatives that align with the three-year business strategy.
  • Lead digital transformation efforts to transition from monolithic platforms to state-of-the-art systems.
  • Design, develop, and implement a strategic roadmap for transitioning to new technical stacks, including migration from Perl to Oracle NetSuite and Adobe Commerce.
  • Establish a Center of Excellence (COE) and a centralized software development team consisting of 8-10 developers, supplemented by an outsourced QA function.
  • Recruit, mentor, and develop team members, providing guidance and support for their professional growth while fostering a collaborative and high-performing team culture.
  • Ensure the sustainability, maintenance, and enhancement of systems that support eCommerce web stores and warehouse fulfillment operations.
  • Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure successful implementation.
  • Evaluate, enhance, and implement best practices for software development processes, methodologies, testing, and deployment.
  • Track development team progress through metrics and drive continuous improvement.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Work closely with the Project Manager to communicate project status, risks, and opportunities to stakeholders.
  • Engage with third-party vendors and partners to ensure successful project delivery.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; a master's degree is preferred.
  • Over 10 years of experience in a senior software development role, with a proven track record of managing and leading development teams.
  • Extensive experience with eCommerce platforms, particularly Oracle NetSuite and Adobe Commerce or similar ERP and eCommerce technologies.
  • Experience in custom code development is essential; familiarity with Perl or Adobe is advantageous.
  • Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong problem-solving capabilities and strategic thinking.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

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