Technical Director

This is a full-time, permanent opportunity  for candidates  based in the Eastern Time Zone in the United States and authorized to work without sponsorship.  Please note that  visa sponsorship support is not available  for this role.

About the company

The company is an independent team of data & AI experts, engineers, and designers who build intelligent digital solutions and capability at pace. We create AI-enabled solutions that enhance digital experiences, empower developers, and deliver measurable results. In these ways, we partner with ambitious enterprises to deliver enduring impact.

Our deep expertise in solving the world’s most complex digital problems, along with our collaborative, people-first approach, enables enterprises to build breakthrough products and modernise legacy systems by unleashing the power of AI.

Today, our team of 500 experts in 20+ countries is trusted by leading enterprises including Lululemon, Puma, Sun Life, Starbucks, Travelex, Virgin Media 02, and Walmart.

As part of our Delivery Management function, you will help our clients build solutions and platforms, launch new product ventures, and fundamentally change how they operate.

You will work as part of a highly skilled, multidisciplinary team, typically consisting of designers, developers, DevOps engineers, and members of the client team.

Whether you’re a Delivery Manager, Technical Lead, or Technical Director, you will act as the bridge between client needs and timelines, ensuring the delivery of innovative, scalable solutions.

About the Technical Director role

As a Technical Director at the company, you will provide strategic and technical leadership across multiple projects, ensuring alignment with business goals while fostering innovation and excellence. Your role will involve technical vision-setting, client engagement, and team leadership to drive both project success and long-term growth.

• Technical Strategy & Leadership – Define and communicate a clear technical vision, ensuring best practices in architecture, software development, and emerging technologies. Act as the final authority in critical design and delivery decisions.

• Client Engagement & Advisory – Serve as a trusted advisor to CIOs, CTOs, and senior stakeholders. Lead discovery workshops, translate business objectives into technical strategies, and develop tailored solution proposals.

• Project Execution & Delivery – Oversee technical execution, ensuring quality, scalability, and maintainability. Monitor project health, identify risks, and ensure successful outcomes through proactive leadership.

• Team Leadership & Talent Development – Work with resourcing teams to ensure the right talent is staffed on projects. Foster a culture of excellence, mentorship, and innovation across teams.

• Financial & Operational Oversight – Manage project burn-down, optimize resource allocation, and identify revenue growth opportunities while maintaining financial accountability.

• Industry Influence & Thought Leadership – Stay ahead of industry trends, contribute to open-source projects, and engage in public speaking, blog writing, and mentorship. Champion Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and sustainability initiatives within the company.

What we are looking for in this person

• 15+ years of technical leadership experience, ideally within consulting, SaaS, or large-scale digital transformation projects.

• Deep expertise in software architecture, cloud platforms, and modern development practices.

• A strong track record of guiding technical decisions on complex, high-impact projects.

• Experience leading pre-sales, discovery, and solution design discussions.

• Strong ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

• A consultative mindset, able to align business needs with technical strategies.

• Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills to influence at all levels.

• Hands-on experience with AI, databases, distributed systems, and modern software engineering best practices.

• Experience leading and mentoring senior software development teams

• A passion for continuous learning, innovation, and professional excellence.

Preferred Skills

• Previous experience working in a fully remote, globally distributed environment.

• Background in financial oversight of technology projects.

• Experience contributing to open-source projects or technical thought leadership.

• Prior exposure to AI-driven solutions and emerging technologies.

Benefits & Perks

• Annual Company Bonus - We all help the company to hit company goals so we all receive a share of the profits on an annual basis in line with company performance.

• Work Remotely and Flexibly - We have a genuine dedication to work/life balance. Our flexible working culture allows you to work around what matters - school run, no problem!

• Flexible Time Off Package - We offer a flexible annual leave policy plus public holidays. We also offer sick leave, marriage leave and many more.

• Remote Working Allowance - Every 2 years, you will have a budget of up to €1250 (equivalent in USD) to help you set up a comfortable and productive workspace in addition to your essential equipment provided by the company when you join.

• Training and Development Allowance - the company is committed to supporting and investing in employees’ ongoing learning and professional development. You will be encouraged to pursue relevant learning opportunities that support your growth and the growth of others, subject to manager approval.

• Healthcare - It’s important to always take care of your health, so we offer additional private healthcare here at the company. If you wish to learn more about the plan offered feel free to reach out to our team.

• 401k - We offer a 401k plan and match up to 4%, with no minimum entry requirements and immediate vesting of employers’ contributions.

Our Interview Process

• Talent Call (30 mins, Zoom)

An introductory conversation with a member of our Talent Team to learn more about your background, experience, and career goals. We'll also provide a high-level overview of the company and answer any questions you may have. This step helps us assess initial alignment.

• Hiring Manager Interview (1 hour, Zoom)

A conversation with the Head of Delivery or CTO focused on your approach to delivery management, client collaboration, and technical problem-solving in an enterprise development setting. We'll also share more details about the company and the potential projects you may join.

• Panel Interview on Client/Delivery Management  (1 hour, Zoom)

A discussion with 2 Technical Directors focusing on your team leadership and delivery management approach in more detail. This includes scenario-based questions on team management, delivering technical work, and client collaboration, assessing how you drive success in an enterprise development environment.

• Solutions Design Exercise (1 hour, Zoom)

We will ask you to work on a short scenario-based exercise and present in a call with 2 Technical Directors with our team. You'll have time in advance to review and work on the exercise.

• There might also be a 30-minute final stage for you to meet with leaders of our Sales and Solutions team.

Ready to Join Us?

If you're passionate about building high-quality applications, solving complex challenges, and driving innovation in enterprise development, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now via our careers page at the company and be part of a team that values technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning.

As part of our recruitment process, we conduct manual and electronic identity verification checks to confirm the identity of prospective employees.

The company is committed to shaping a better world in all that we do. Our global team is built based on respect, inclusivity, diversity and excellence.

If you require any adjustments to the interview process as part of your application, please let someone from our Talent Team know so they can help.