Director, Software Apps Engineering – AI-Native Development and Product Experiences
Core
Lead engineering teams to build and scale AI-native software products and consumer experiences for Yahoo Mail, focusing on transforming engineering workflows and delivering innovative customer features.
Role type
Director, Software Apps Engineering (AI-Native)
Builds
AI-powered consumer email and communication platforms
Domain
Consumer Internet / Email / Generative AI
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
Engineering leadership, AI-native development strategy, distributed systems architecture, cloud-native design, mobile and web platform development, Generative AI and LLM integration, technical roadmap planning, organizational transformation
Preferred skills
Email/messaging platform scaling, AI strategy thought leadership, platform modernization
Technologies
Java, Kotlin, Swift, Generative AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), AI agents, automation tools
Responsibilities
Build and scale high-performing full-stack engineering teams; Define and execute engineering vision and roadmap; Drive AI-native software development practices and transformation initiatives; Partner with Product, Design, and Data Science to deliver AI-powered experiences; Foster a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning; Guide architectural decisions and strategic investments in emerging AI technologies
Seniority
Director, hands-on IC with team leadership
