Engineering Director

Role Description The Engineering Director at CFP Learning - GM is a part-time, hybrid role based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, with the flexibility to work from home for part of the schedule. The role involves overseeing engineering teams, setting technical direction, and ensuring the successful delivery of software and integration projects that support learning products and platforms. Day-to-day responsibilities include guiding engineering managers and developers, reviewing architecture and code for key initiatives, coordinating project plans and timelines, and aligning engineering priorities with business and product goals. The Engineering Director will collaborate closely with cross-functional stakeholders to improve processes, manage risks, and ensure high-quality, reliable solutions. This role also includes mentoring team members, supporting recruitment and performance evaluations, and promoting best practices in software development and project management.QualificationsStrong Engineering Management and Team Leadership skills to guide multidisciplinary engineering teams and foster an inclusive, high-performance culture.Proficiency in Software Development, including modern development practices, code quality standards, and scalable architecture design.Demonstrated experience in Project Management, including planning, resource allocation, risk management, and delivery of complex technical initiatives.Hands-on experience with Integration, such as API design, system interoperability, and connecting third-party platforms and services.Proven ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, coordinating onsite and remote team members across time zones.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into clear business impact.Background in leading engineering functions within education technology, SaaS, or related industries is highly beneficial.Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.Experience with agile methodologies, continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD), and modern cloud platforms is a plus.