Director of Engineering

3 days ago


Reston, Virginia, United States StrivePath Full time
StrivePath Director of Engineering

StrivePath is a pioneering academic and college advising platform that revolutionizes traditional consulting. We empower students and families by connecting them with trusted local resources and fostering community engagement. As our Director of Engineering, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our technology and product strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead App Development: Design, develop, and deploy a cross-platform mobile app (iOS/Android) that supports scheduling, note-taking, communication tools, and community features.
  • Backend Infrastructure: Build and maintain scalable backend systems using cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), ensuring efficient data capture and secure storage.
  • Community Features & Engagement: Develop real-time messaging and community engagement features for our parent and student communities.
  • Ai Guidance Bot Development: Create the infrastructure to support a future AI-driven guidance bot by setting up data pipelines and integrating Natural Language Processing (NLP) technologies.
  • Team Growth: As the company scales, you'll have the opportunity to grow the engineering team and mentor junior developers, overseeing the technical direction of the company.
  • Data Security & Compliance: Implement best practices in data security and ensure compliance with privacy regulations (FERPA, COPPA, GDPR).

Requirements:

  • 8+ years of experience in full-stack development, with a strong focus on mobile app development (React Native, Flutter, or similar).
  • Proven experience leading technical projects from concept to completion, ideally in a startup or fast-growing company environment.
  • Cloud infrastructure experience, with hands-on knowledge of AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud platforms.
  • Strong understanding of AI/ML concepts, particularly in Natural Language Processing (NLP), with experience integrating chatbots or AI-driven tools.
  • Experience with real-time communication tools (Firebase, WebSockets, etc.) to build community and messaging features.
  • Solid understanding of data privacy and security practices, especially in handling sensitive student or family data.
  • Exceptional problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to driving technical solutions that meet business needs.
  • Leadership and mentoring experience, with a passion for building and developing an engineering team.

What We Offer:

  • Leadership opportunity to shape the tech function at an early-stage company, with a direct impact on product and strategy.
  • Flexible work environment, with the ability to work remotely and occasional travel to East Bay, CA.
  • Competitive salary and equity package, with potential for growth as the company scales.
  • Professional development opportunities, including training and access to industry resources to support your growth as a leader and engineer.


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