Director of Client Software Development
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Boston, Massachusetts

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Hybrid

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Direct hire

|Job ID 70758|Posted Jun 24, 2025
JOB DESCRIPTION

Join our dynamic team as a Director of Client Software Development, where you'll lead a talented group of engineers in creating cutting-edge mail and file-sharing applications. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of our client software development with a focus on quality and innovation.

Responsibilities

  • Guide and inspire a team of engineers to develop exceptional mail and file-sharing applications.
  • Establish and implement best practices for software development, including Agile methodologies and code reviews.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project requirements and prioritize development tasks.
  • Ensure technical excellence by setting and maintaining high coding standards.

Skills

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • Proven experience in managing software development teams and delivering commercial products.
  • Strong understanding of software design for client-server applications on Windows and/or Mac.
  • Experience with Agile methodologies and the ability to streamline workflows.
  • Commitment to product quality through test automation and continuous integration.

Preferred Skills

  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Go, or JavaScript/TypeScript.
  • Experience in designing user-friendly applications.
  • Interest in cybersecurity and cryptography.
  • Experience with deploying scalable systems in a cloud environment.
 

We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all individuals feel valued and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents.

 

Once you apply for this position, you may receive a phone call, SMS or email at the time of application from our Virtual AI Recruiter, Alex, to conduct an initial interview.


Horizontal facilitates valuable and productive conversations between you and potential employers. We can assist you in growing your career by partnering you with employers that offer challenging assignments.  For those that join the team, we offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement. Check out all we have to offer and how you can become part of the Horizontal Talent Team. The salary range for this role is $190,000 - $225,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location.  

Horizontal is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. 

We seek to provide employment opportunities to talented, qualified candidates regardless of race, color, sex/gender including gender identity and/or expression, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, citizen status, veteran status, or any other protected classification under federal, state or local law.

In addition, Horizontal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the application or interview process, please contact us.

All applicants applying must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.