Director, Engineering (Platform)
Core
Lead the vision and execution for foundational systems powering the entire engineering organization, focusing on modularizing a legacy monolith, driving an AI-native culture, and establishing application security.
Role type
Senior IC engineering director (platform & architecture)
Builds
Internal platform, modularized core systems, AI-enabled tools, and secure shared services
Domain
Fintech / Private Markets / AI Infrastructure
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Python, FastAPI, Domain-Driven Design, AI/LLM architecture, Application Security, Identity/Access Management, Technical Strategy, Team Leadership
Preferred skills
Monolith-to-modular migration experience, AI SDLC adoption, Executive communication
Technologies
Python, FastAPI, Jinja, OAuth2, OIDC, MCP Gateways
Responsibilities
Architect modularization of core Python/FastAPI monolith; Drive rollout of AI-assisted coding tools; Enable development of AI features via SDKs and data pipelines; Lead Application Security (AppSec) initiatives; Oversee core shared services (AuthN/AuthZ, Audit Logs, API Gateways); Recruit and mentor engineering managers and staff engineers.
