Director of Software Engineering

Director of Software Engineering

Who are we and what do we do?

Fruit was just the beginning. Since our founding in 1999, we’ve evolved over 25+ years into an industry leader and modern gifting destination for celebrating the moments that matter. In addition to a robust online e-commerce hub, our vast retail footprint includes nearly 1,000 locally owned and operated franchise locations globally.

With offerings that go beyond our iconic fresh fruit bouquets to include baked treats, fresh flowers, dessert boards, platters, and more, our vast collection of delicious treats and innovative gifts are perfect for treating yourself and others.

No matter the occasion or moment, there’s an edible® for that.

Through all our incredible years, we’ve remained committed to our 5Ps:

• Our promise– Experiences that WOW.

• Our products–Remarkably fresh.

• Our places– Interactive and creative.

• Our People– Create special memories.

• Our purpose–To celebrate what’s good in life.

Purpose & Impact

The director of Engineering will be responsible for leading the development and execution of the company's engineering initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of successfully building and scaling SaaS products, as well as leading and managing high-performing engineering teams.

What that looks like day to day:

• Execute the company's product strategy in alignment with business objectives and market trends.
• Lead the development and delivery of high-quality products that meet customer needs and expectations.
• Collaborate with the product team in the definition and prioritization of product features, user stories, and use cases.
• Assist in the development and management of product roadmaps, timelines, and release schedules.

• Ensure that product development is aligned with engineering capabilities, timelines, and priorities.
• Manage and motivate the engineering team to build high-quality software solutions that are scalable, reliable, and secure.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the engineering teams.
• Work closely with the sales, marketing, and customer success teams to ensure that products are marketed effectively, and customer needs are met.
• Monitor and analyze product performance metrics to identify opportunities for improvement and growth.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in engineering.

Who you are:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in software engineering, or a related field.
• Proven track record of developing and launching successful SaaS products.
• Strong technical background and experience managing high-performing engineering teams.