Director of Software Engineering

Posted 15 April by eFinancialCareers
Competitive salary
London , South East England
Permanent, full-time
Work from home
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As the Director of Software Engineering, you will be the voice of the developer for all desktop experiences. You will be part of the Developer Productivity Engineering team and have the responsibility of overseeing software packaging and developing VDI (Virtual Desktop Infrastructure) and Desktop solutions tailored to the needs of developers. Your focus will be on understanding the developer personae, creating self-service capabilities, and enhancing the end-to-end developer experience for desktops. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will ensure that connectivity, access, and security are prioritized throughout the software packaging process and Desktop/VDI experience.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:

• Design, develop, and deploy solutions specifically tailored to meet the needs of developers, ensuring optimal performance and user experience.
• Focus on hyper automation of software packaging process using software packaging tools such as chocolatey, pacman etc.
• Drive the enhancement of the developer desktop experience by focusing on self-service capabilities and streamlining processes for increased efficiency.
• Collaborate with Security and End User Computing teams to implement end-point security measures including continuous patching and applying security policies to Bring Your Own Device" BYOD use cases
• Stay updated on the latest VDI technologies and trends, particularly those relevant to cloud computing, to drive innovation and continuous improvement.
• Troubleshoot and resolve developer desktop issues promptly, minimizing disruption and maintaining productivity for developers.
• Provide technical support to developers, addressing their queries and concerns in a timely and effective manner.
• Foster a collaborative and innovative culture within the team and across the organization, encouraging knowledge sharing and creative problem-solving.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

• Strong knowledge and experience in developer solutions, including expertise in designing and deploying VDI solutions that meet the specific needs of developers.
• Understanding of software packaging processes and best practices to ensure efficient and secure delivery of applications to developers.
• Familiarity with developer personae and their connectivity requirements, enabling you to tailor solutions to their unique needs.
• Experience working with VDI in a cloud environment, with knowledge of cloud computing platforms and services such as AWS, Azure, and GCP.
• Proficiency in software development methodologies and tools, enabling you to collaborate effectively with development teams.
• Knowledge of data center operations and management practices, ensuring compatibility and integration with existing infrastructure.
• Understanding of end-point security and compliance requirements, allowing you to implement necessary measures to safeguard developer desktop environments.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, enabling effective collaboration with teams and stakeholders at all levels.
• Continual learning mindset, staying up-to-date with advancements in VDI technologies and industry trends to drive innovation and improvement.

WHAT YOU'LL GET IN RETURN:
• The opportunity to positively impact developer productivity and experience through comprehensive desktop and software packaging solutions.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment, fostering creativity and continuous improvement.
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities to stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends.
• Growth opportunities within the organization
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• The satisfaction of actively designing and delivering desktops for developers and contributing to the organization's success

We recognize that to attract the best talent, we need to be flexible, and we are open to discussing work arrangements with you. We take hybrid approach to workplace, this role is a blended office/remote working

LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth.

Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership , Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.

Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce. You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas and are committed to sustainability across our global business. You will experience the critical role we have in helping to re-engineer the financial ecosystem to support and drive sustainable economic growth. Together, we are aiming to achieve this growth by accelerating the just transition to net zero, enabling growth of the green economy and creating inclusive economic opportunity.

LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone's race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs.

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