Software Engineering Technical Lead (Founding Engineer) – New York City – On-Site – Very Competitive Salary + Extremely Competitive Package
This philanthropic organisation who serve one of NYC's leading powerhouses are currently seeking a Software Engineering Technical Lead to bring the technical operations and expertise in-house.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Software Engineer to take that next step into a founding engineer position with a world-renowned organisation.
About the Company:
Established towards the start of this century, this philanthropic organization represent one of the most recognizable and respected names in New York and the US.
At one point, they were the 10th largest foundation in the United States.
With a small team headquartered in central New York, this company have a close-knit family feel to the organisation.
They are always investing in their internal technology operations, and any tech professional who joins this business will be given the opportunity to take ownership of the latest technology available on the market.
About the Software Engineering Technical Lead (Founding Engineer) Vacancy:
This company are looking for an experienced Software Engineer to lead cutting-edge technology initiatives, fostering innovation and play a pivotal role in advancing their mission and impact.
You will combine hands-on technical expertise with team leadership to build innovative solutions, foster a culture of creativity, and collaborate with diverse teams across the organization.
A high level of commercial acumen and the ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with executive leaders is essential.
This is a unique opportunity to lead impactful projects at the intersection of technology and philanthropy using your deep expertise in software development and leveraging your skills in Python, SQL script, SaaS integration, workflow automation, Salesforce integration, and business intelligence.
You approach your work with a passion for data driven strategy, exceptional analytical capabilities, and a problem-solving mindset.
What You Will Do:
Lead and Inspire:
- Manage, mentor, and empower a talented team of engineers to deliver highimpact projects.
- Champion a culture of innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence.
- Oversee project planning, prioritization, and delivery to ensure alignment with the mission and organizational goals.
Design and Build:
- Design, develop, and deploy scalable, secure, and high-performance software solutions.
- Automate business processes through RPA (Robotic Process Automation) using Sharepoint Power Automate and Power platform.
- Drive the integration of Salesforce and other business intelligence platforms into a cohesive ecosystem.
- Implement SaaS and OpenAI API integrations to enhance platform capabilitie and data analytics.
Data Strategy and Analytics:
- Craft data-driven strategies for platform buildout, ensuring that solutions support organizational objectives.
- Leverage advanced analytics to provide insights that influence strategic decisionmaking.
Stakeholder Management and Collaboration:
- Act as a bridge between IT and Executive team and Program stakeholders, ensuring technical solutions align with philanthropic program and operational objectives
- Communicate complex technical concepts effectively to non-technical audiences, fostering cross-functional collaboration.
Innovation and Problem Solving:
- Stay on top of industry trends and curious around exploring emerging technologies to ensure the organization continues its operational excellence
- Lead problem-solving initiatives, developing creative and effective solutions for complex challenges
Ideal Requirements for the Software Engineering Technical Lead (Founding Engineer) Vacancy:
- Several years of progressive experience in software development with a proven track record of leading technical teams in dynamic and high pressured environments.
- Hands-on expertise in Python, SaaS integration, OpenAI APIs, Salesforce, and business intelligence platforms.
- Strong commercial acumen with excellent communication skills to engage technical and non-technical executive audiences.
- Passion for data-driven strategies and familiarity with building scalable platforms.
- Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills in a fastpaced environment.
- Familiarity with data privacy, governance, and security best practices.
- Demonstrated success in managing cross-functional teams and complex projects.
- An ability to be a creative problem-solver paired with the ability to influence and inspire others to achieve objectives.
- Team player with a willingness to collaborate and offer ideas to drive team improvement and operational success.
- Commitment to mission and values.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent professional experiences in a related field.
Nice-to-Have:
- Knowledge of Salesforce platforms and modern business intelligence platform integration.
- Familiarity with machine learning and AI applications in business intelligence.
- Strong understanding of agile project management practices.
Apply to the Role:
Roles like these are snapped up very quickly, so act now if you do not want to miss out! Reply to this advert or email your CV to richard@weareorbis.com
