Director of Engineering

About this role

As the Director of Engineering at Polygon.io, you will play a core role in shaping our engineering practices and, by extension, our organization. This position offers the opportunity to lead a talented team of engineers, oversee major projects from inception to completion, and work closely with our product team to bring our innovative visions to life. You'll be responsible for performance management and talent development, ensuring our team remains at the forefront of engineering excellence. This role reports directly to the CEO and allows significant autonomy to shape the engineering team's structure and processes.

With our product-led and engineering-focused philosophy, this position is integral to our organization. You'll have the unique opportunity to leave a lasting impact on our products and culture. If you're a leader passionate about crafting outstanding products, promoting a high-performing engineering culture, and having your work make a tangible difference, the Director of Engineering role at Polygon.io could be your next great challenge.

Responsibilities

• Lead, inspire, and manage a team of engineers, fostering a culture of excellence.
• Collaborate with the product team to clarify, organize, and deliver on our engineering roadmap.
• Ensure on-time delivery of projects, maintaining our high standards.
• Conduct performance management across the engineering team, facilitating professional growth and maintaining a high talent bar.
• Shape the engineering team and establish processes to meet organizational objectives.

Skills and Qualifications

• Proven experience leading engineering teams with a record of successful project delivery.
• Excellent grasp of software engineering practices, technologies, and methodologies.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to effectively articulate technical information to various stakeholders.
• Demonstrated proficiency in performance management and talent development.

About Polygon.io

At Polygon.io, we’re on a mission to modernize Wall Street, empowering developers with the tools they need to shape the future of finance. We’re reimagining financial market data for the 21st century, removing barriers, simplifying access, and creating frictionless, forward-thinking technologies.

Join us and become part of a passionate team that consistently sets new industry standards, creating a profound impact on the world of finance and technology, and leveling the playing field by providing fair access for all.