Director, Residential Software Engineering

Company: Crestron Electronics Inc
Location: Plano
Posted on: June 22, 2022

Job Description:

At Crestron Electronics, Inc we build the technology that integrates technology. -We are proud to be the largest and most recognized brand in automation and control solutions, and the premier technology partner for fortune 500 businesses globally. Our products' are integrated into new high-tech commercial buildings' to include some of the most exciting real estate throughout the world. - Our clients include -Google, Microsoft, Amazon, -LinkedIn -and many others. - -We are the leaders in the most exciting industry in the world! -Our automation and control solutions for homes and buildings allow our clients to control entire environments with the push of a button, integrating systems such as Audio Visual, Lighting, Shading, Security, Building Management Systems and HVAC to provide greater comfort, convenience and security.Crestron Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a Software Director (Director, Residential Applications). - - -We at Crestron are creating the smart homes of the future. - This is a chance to work with the world leader in home automation. - You will get to immerse yourself in the technologies that drive some of the largest and most important residential platforms in the world. Imagine being able to try out and direct some of the most exciting technology decisions in today's residential markets. - -Each home is a unique expression of the lives lived there. Your life, taste and passions. Crestron brings your idea of home to life. Inviting and comfortable. Entertaining and secure. Made possible with smart home technology that is intuitive and simple. Instantly responsive to touch or the sound of your voice. A complete smart home system engineered to become invisible, so all that remains is the experience. Your experience. Your home. Just as you imagined. - -One complete system. One company that designs, manufactures and supports every component of that system in your home. One seamless experience where technology works in harmony, ease and simplicity, creating the experience you desire. - -This role will lead multiple teams of engineers who contribute new features and manage customer findings to Crestron's premier Smart Home technology, the Crestron Home. - You will take ownership over the success and struggles of your teams, and work with a tight-nit management team to secure a bright future for the product. - A successful candidate will enjoy being hands on with technical problems, arguing architectural options with your architects, mentoring your staff, and ensuring your teams are aligned with the vision of the product. -Daily activities will include the full lifecycle of design, develop, modify, test, debug and support of new and existing applications. - -The individual performs the following essential duties: -

• Recruit, mentor, coach, and build effective world class software engineering teams. -
• Daily management of objectives, priorities, tradeoffs, risk and performance management of all reporting staff. -
• Provide technical leadership, career development, motivation and mentoring to team members. -
• Works closely with senior management to plan and execute projects. -
• Ensures corporate objectives are met by studying existing technology architecture, evaluating alternatives, and writing detailed technical requirements. -
• Responsible for overall end-user experience including performance, functionality and aesthetics of user interfaces. -
• Oversees the delivery of designs and projects within budget, schedule and quality guidelines. -
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent. -
  • Minimum of 15 years of experience in software development with a history in contributing to the technical success of complex deliverables. -
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience managing a software development team. -
  • Extensive hands on experience with one or more of the following languages: C#, Java -
  • Familiar with network protocols and concepts including TCP/UDP client and server applications, XML, JSON and REST APIs. -
  • Strong understanding of object-oriented development principles, data structures and algorithm design. -
  • Proven track record of successfully leading large engineering teams towards delivering highly integrated solutions on time, within budget, and meeting customer requirements. -
  • Experienced in designing reusable architecture with well-defined interfaces along with an understanding of tradeoffs. -
  • History of teamwork and willingness to "roll up their sleeves" to get the job done. Demonstrated ability to analyze risk factors and take mitigation steps to reduce impact. -
  • Experience with Agile and Continuous Integration methodologies -Skills -
    • Ability to motivate people, instill accountability and achieve results. -
    • Superior work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced environment where continuous innovation is a way of life. -
    • Proven analytical and quantitative skills and the ability to develop project business cases and prioritize allocation of resources. -
    • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including -
      • Oral communication, consultative and advisory skills to act as a lead technical resource and provide expertise and advice to other developers. -
      • Written communication skills to develop strategies, policies, standards, templates and related technical materials. -EOE/M/F/D/V -BenefitsAt Crestron Electronics, we offer a competitive total compensation package including medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. 401K with company contribution, Paid Vacation, Holidays and more! -We have new onsite state of the art fitness and wellness centers at our Headquarters in Rockleigh, NJ.

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