Director, Engineering
American Credit Acceptance, Spartanburg, SC, United States
Information TechnologySpartanburg,South Carolina
We’re looking for a hands‑on, forward‑thinking Director of Engineering to help drive our software engineering strategy, lead technical execution, and leverage AI and automation to deliver scalable, secure, next‑generation solutions. This role is deeply focused on engineering leadership and technical impact.
What You’ll Do
Execute and evolve a forward‑thinking engineering strategy aligned with company goals
Drive adoption of modern technologies: AI‑driven DevOps, Generative AI/LLMs, DevSecOps, cloud‑native/serverless architectures, microservices, CI/CD, and low‑code
o‑code platforms
Architect and guide the development of scalable, secure, and sustainable systems
Implement frameworks and best practices that accelerate delivery and improve quality
Manage and reduce technical debt while maintaining long‑term system health
Establish and monitor key metrics for velocity, reliability, and quality
Lead secure, compliant, and innovative engineering practices
Lead and develop engineering teams, fostering accountability, growth, and high performance
What You Bring
10+ years of experience in software engineering
7+ years of people leadership experience, including leading multiple teams or managing managers
Strong technical background with hands‑on experience in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), microservices, CI/CD, and containerization tools
Proven success driving Agile and DevOps transformations
Experience implementing AI/ML and automation initiatives
Ability to translate technical strategy into execution and measurable outcomes
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field (advanced degree preferred)
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
EEO Statement ACA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. ACA complies with applicable state and local laws governing non‑discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
As an employer of California residents, we are dedicated to protecting your privacy rights. Any personal information you provide during the application process will be used solely for permitted internal purposes and will be handled in accordance with applicable privacy laws. By applying to this position, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information as described in our
Employee Privacy Notice .
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We’re looking for a hands‑on, forward‑thinking Director of Engineering to help drive our software engineering strategy, lead technical execution, and leverage AI and automation to deliver scalable, secure, next‑generation solutions. This role is deeply focused on engineering leadership and technical impact.
What You’ll Do
Execute and evolve a forward‑thinking engineering strategy aligned with company goals
Drive adoption of modern technologies: AI‑driven DevOps, Generative AI/LLMs, DevSecOps, cloud‑native/serverless architectures, microservices, CI/CD, and low‑code
o‑code platforms
Architect and guide the development of scalable, secure, and sustainable systems
Implement frameworks and best practices that accelerate delivery and improve quality
Manage and reduce technical debt while maintaining long‑term system health
Establish and monitor key metrics for velocity, reliability, and quality
Lead secure, compliant, and innovative engineering practices
Lead and develop engineering teams, fostering accountability, growth, and high performance
What You Bring
10+ years of experience in software engineering
7+ years of people leadership experience, including leading multiple teams or managing managers
Strong technical background with hands‑on experience in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), microservices, CI/CD, and containerization tools
Proven success driving Agile and DevOps transformations
Experience implementing AI/ML and automation initiatives
Ability to translate technical strategy into execution and measurable outcomes
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field (advanced degree preferred)
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
EEO Statement ACA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. ACA complies with applicable state and local laws governing non‑discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
As an employer of California residents, we are dedicated to protecting your privacy rights. Any personal information you provide during the application process will be used solely for permitted internal purposes and will be handled in accordance with applicable privacy laws. By applying to this position, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information as described in our
Employee Privacy Notice .
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