**Join arenaflex, a world-renowned leader in customer engagement technology, as we revolutionize the way customers interact with our brand. We're seeking a visionary Director of Software Development to lead the development of innovative self-service technologies and generative AI solutions for arenaflex Customer Service.**
**About arenaflex**
arenaflex is a global leader in customer engagement technology, dedicated to designing Earth's best customer service experiences. Our mission is to create intuitive, effortless, seamless, and empathetic interactions that exceed customer expectations. With a strong focus on innovation and customer-centricity, we're constantly pushing the boundaries of what's possible in customer service.
**The Role**
As a Director of Software Development, you'll be responsible for driving the development of industry-leading AI-powered technologies that make every customer interaction intuitive, effortless, seamless, and empathetic. You'll lead a team of software developers and software development managers to identify, evaluate, and implement self-service and generative AI technologies that enhance the customer experience. Your work will directly impact the overall customer experience, which is critical to arenaflex's continued success.
**Key Responsibilities**
* Lead a team of software developers and software development managers to identify, evaluate, and implement self-service and generative AI technologies
* Collaborate closely with customer service leadership to deeply understand pain points, unmet needs, and opportunities to enhance the customer experience through automation and intelligent assistants
* Research the latest advancements in areas like natural language processing and conversational AI to identify applicable solutions
* Oversee the development of conversational AI agents and other self-service tools that allow customers to quickly find answers and resolve issues on their own
* Leverage generative AI capabilities to create personalized content, respond to customer inquiries, and streamline customer service workflows
* Establish robust testing and measurement frameworks to continuously optimize the performance and user experience of self-service technologies
* Partner with IT, security, and compliance teams to ensure all customer-facing systems meet enterprise standards for privacy, data protection, and reliability
* Serve as a technical leader and subject matter expert, educating senior stakeholders on emerging trends and the strategic value of the work
* Hire, develop, and lead a high-performing team of software managers and engineers
**Essential Qualifications**
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
* 12+ years of software engineering experience
* 8+ years of demonstrated experience managing engineering managers
* Understanding of software engineering practices and best practices for the full software development life cycle, including coding standards, build processes, testing, and operations
* Strong verbal and written communication skills
**Preferred Qualifications**
* Demonstrated experience leading development teams, with a focus on customer service or user-facing technologies
* Extensive background in AI, machine learning, natural language processing, and related disciplines
* Proven track record of taking emerging technologies from research to production-ready solutions
* Experience deploying and optimizing self-service portals, knowledge bases, chatbots, and other AI-powered customer service tools
* Familiarity with generative AI models and applications in customer interactions and process automation
* Strong business acumen and ability to align technology strategy with organizational goals and customer needs
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
**Why Join arenaflex?**
* **Inclusive Culture**: arenaflex is committed to creating an inclusive culture that empowers our employees to deliver the best results for our customers. We believe in diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we're dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.
* **Career Growth Opportunities**: arenaflex offers a range of career growth opportunities, from training and development programs to mentorship and leadership development initiatives. We're committed to helping our employees grow and develop their skills, and we offer a range of opportunities for advancement.
* **Competitive Compensation**: arenaflex offers a competitive compensation package, including a base salary, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation. We're committed to recognizing and rewarding our employees' hard work and contributions.
* **Benefits**: arenaflex offers a range of benefits, including medical, financial, and other benefits. We're committed to supporting our employees' well-being and providing them with the resources they need to succeed.
**How to Apply**
If you're a visionary leader with a passion for customer-centric innovation, we want to hear from you. Apply now to join arenaflex's Customer Engagement Technology team and help us revolutionize the way customers interact with our brand.
**Equal Opportunity Employer**
arenaflex is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. We're committed to creating an inclusive culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.
**Accommodations**
If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, please visit [arenaflex's Accommodations page](https://arenaflex.com/accommodations) for more information.
**Los Angeles County Applicants**
Job duties for this position include work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company's reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
**Total Compensation**
arenaflex's total compensation package includes a base salary, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation. The base pay for this position ranges from $264,100/year in our lowest geographic market up to $350,000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors, including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
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