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Director of Engineering

Revivn, Brooklyn, NY, United States


About Revivn

Revivn is a profitable and rapidly growing company that helps enterprises manage their technology through our end‑of‑life software platform. We take electronic recycling one step further by repurposing hardware that still has remaining life and providing it to people who lack dedicated computer access, making technology more affordable for those who may not be able to purchase new devices. Working with companies such as Instacart, Lyft, Qualtrics, X, Gensler, and Allbirds, we are changing the way companies view used technology with a new model that focuses on repurposing instead of recycling. Company Culture

We’re building a category‑defining company focused on expanding access to technology by giving devices a second life. Our work sits at the intersection of software, hardware, logistics, and sustainability, where the problems are real, messy, and operationally complex, and where getting things right matters to our customers every day. It’s a place where people own outcomes, build quickly, and work closely with operations and customers to solve real‑world problems. The role is based on‑site at our Brooklyn Navy Yard office with Remote Wednesdays. The Role

We’re looking for a senior engineering leader to lead our existing engineering team and grow it thoughtfully over time, while sharing ownership of product outcomes and serving as a strong internal advocate for our customers. From day one, this role is part of company leadership. You’ll partner closely with the Co‑CEO/Co‑Founder and cross‑functional leaders to ensure what we build meaningfully improves our operational and customer experience, not just that it ships. Responsibilities

Own engineering as a function: technical direction, execution, hiring, and culture Write production code and make architectural decisions that matter immediately Lead and support an existing team of engineers, ensuring both short‑ and long‑term success Balance delivery of high‑impact projects with improving team cohesion, process, and engineering craft Grow the team through thoughtful, additive hiring, strong onboarding, and clear performance expectations Build toward a forward‑deployed engineering model where engineers work closely with operations and GTM to solve real customer problems directly Introduce structure where it helps, and avoid it where it slows us down Partner directly with the CEO and leadership team to translate business priorities into technical reality Gradually scale yourself out of the critical path over time while maintaining high technical standards Who This Role Is For

Has led engineers before, but still loves building Has worked in both low‑structure environments (startup, founding team, early‑stage company) and more formal engineering orgs, and wants to blend the best of both Has owned a meaningful product, platform, or system end‑to‑end (ex: a full onboarding flow, a core product line, or a major operational system) Wants to take ownership of a team’s growth and evolution as the company scales Finds energy in being in the office, collaborating in real time, and building alongside others What We’re Looking For

Strong software engineering background with recent hands‑on experience Prior people management experience, including hiring and performance management Demonstrated ability to build teams Experience operating in ambiguous, fast‑moving environments with limited structure Product ownership mindset: you care deeply about outcomes, not just implementation A builder mentality: you roll up your sleeves Bonus Signals We Care About

You’ve started a company, joined very early, or worked in a scrappy environment before You’ve owned a meaningful product or system at a mid‑sized company (200–500 employees) Benefits

Salary range:

$190,000‑225,000/year Compensation package includes comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with a 401(k) plan We prioritize transparency about our salary throughout the recruitment process; be prepared to discuss compensation on your initial screen to ensure alignment We embrace diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment. At Revivn, we encourage people from all ages, abilities, and experiences to apply. Revivn does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or family status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or caregiver status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

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