Director of Engineering (Backend and Data)

KORE1, a nationwide provider of staffing and recruiting solutions, has an immediate opening for Director of Engineering (Backend and Data) Job Title : Director of Engineering - Backend & Data (Retail / E-Commerce Focus) Location : Hybrid Department : Technology / Engineering Reports To : CIO ________________________________________ About the Role : We're looking for a forward-thinking Director of Engineering with deep experience in backend systems, enterprise data management, and cloud-native architecture on GCP to drive innovation across our retail and e-commerce business. The ideal candidate brings a strong track record of scaling data and backend platforms and managing technical teams. Experience in the apparel retail industry and the Shopify platform is a strong plus. ________________________________________ Key Responsibilities : Leadership & Strategy

• Lead and scale a high-performing team of backend and data engineers.
• Partner with business stakeholders to define and execute on a data lake roadmap that supports our growth and innovation goals.
• Shape engineering culture to emphasize performance, scalability, experimentation, and continuous improvement. Backend Engineering & Cloud Architecture
• Architect and maintain scalable, secure microservices and APIs built on Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• Drive best practices in DevOps, CI / CD, observability, and infrastructure automation.
• Build and optimize backend platforms that power core retail operations and digital customer experiences. Enterprise Data
• Own the architecture and evolution of enterprise data systems - including data lakes, ETL pipelines, real-time data processing, and analytics platforms.
• Ensure robust data governance, privacy, and security across all platforms. Retail & E-Commerce Technology
• Oversee backend integrations with Shopify, ERP, POS, and customer systems.
• Guide the development of APIs and data flows supporting headless commerce, omnichannel retail, and modern e-commerce experiences.
• Use domain knowledge in apparel retail to influence product features and system design aligned with business needs. ________________________________________ Qualifications :
• 8+ years of software engineering experience, with 2+ years in a director-level or senior leadership role.
• Deep expertise in backend development and cloud-native architecture on GCP (BigQuery, Vertex AI, Cloud Run, Pub / Sub, etc.).
• Proven experience building and scaling enterprise data systems.
• Strong technical foundation in microservices, APIs, and event-driven architecture.
• Experience with Shopify and retail technology stack is highly preferred.
• Strong people management skills with a passion for mentorship and team building.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset. Compensation depends on experience but is typically ABOUT KORE1 Specializing in professional and technical recruiting, KORE1 is committed to supporting top IT, Engineering, Creative, Scientific, Accounting and Finance professionals in their career paths. We build deep relationships with leading companies, connecting them to exceptional talent every day. With extensive industry expertise and unmatched opportunities, our goal is to provide a unique experience for our contractors and consultants as they prepare for their next role. We are passionate about matching the right people with the right companies. Kore1 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Kore1 complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Kore1 expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Kore1's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.