At RealPage, we're transforming property management through software that makes operations effortless, residents happier, and growth easier for our customers. As Director of Engineering for Buildium, a RealPage company, you won't just maintain systems you'll shape the next generation of core solutions and services that power how property managers run their businesses.
Reporting to the VP of Engineering, you'll lead multiple engineering teams building mission-critical systems for Buildium's core platform, including our AI-driven capabilities. You'll partner closely with Product, UX, and QA to raise the bar on execution, quality, and team effectiveness while delivering scalable, intelligent solutions at enterprise scale.
Engineering Leadership & Delivery
- Own delivery outcomes for assigned product and platform areas, ensuring commitments are realistic, predictable, and aligned with business priorities.
- Lead and manage multiple engineering teams (up to ~7 direct reports, including managers and senior engineers) across onshore, near-shore, and off-shore locations .
- Partner closely with Product leadership and stakeholders to develop and manage 12+ month strategic roadmaps aligned to business goals.
- Manage all aspects of assigned initiatives, from business case development through QA sign-off and release readiness.
- Ensure delivery against schedule and budget while balancing scope, quality, and technical risk.
Distributed Team Leadership
- Provide effective leadership across global engineering teams , including offshore development organizations.
- Establish clear ownership, communication rhythms, and escalation paths to ensure alignment across time zones.
- Build strong working relationships with regional leaders to ensure consistency in execution, standards, and expectations.
- Foster a culture of accountability, trust, inclusion, and continuous improvement across distributed teams.
Technical Oversight & Quality
- Oversee the design, development, and implementation of enterprise-scale software products and systems.
- Ensure teams adhere to strong engineering fundamentals, including code quality, testing discipline, observability, operational readiness, and security.
- Lead technical analysis and design reviews to translate business and functional requirements into scalable software solutions.
- Act as an escalation point for complex technical issues, ensuring root causes are addressed and long-term improvements are implemented.
- Partner with Architecture to align platform direction, system design, and implementation practices.
Operational Excellence & Process
- Develop, administer, and continuously improve engineering processes and standards within the assigned functional area.