Company Overview

Zenwork is a technology-first company transforming the landscape of Tax Automation and GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance).

By leveraging AI-driven SaaS solutions and scalable APIs, we simplify complex tax and compliance workflows for businesses across various industries.

Our mission is to enable seamless digital compliance through innovative, user-centric platforms that adapt to the evolving needs of enterprises.

Some Things Were Proud Of at Zenwork

- Transforming Tax Tech & GRC Automation: Empowering over 500,000 businesses worldwide with seamless, cloud-based tax and compliance solutions.

- Trusted by Industry Leaders: Collaborating with renowned partners like Intuit, Bill.com, Xero, and Sage Intacct to drive innovation and compliance excellence.

- Award-Winning Growth: Recognized as one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S. by Inc. Magazine and a multi-year recipient of the prestigious Accountex award.

- Backed by Spectrum Equity: Supported by a top-tier investment partner to drive sustained growth and innovation.

- AI-SaaS Excellence: Delivering cutting-edge, AI-driven solutions to simplify and automate complex tax and compliance workflows.

- Global Reach: Successfully operating across the U.S. and India, providing scalable and robust solutions to businesses of all sizes.

- Profitable and Expanding: A rare combination of late-stage stability and high-growth momentum in the SaaS space.

- Driving Innovation in Payments: Pioneering secure transaction management and AP/AR automation to redefine digital compliance and payments.

Your Mission

- As Director of Engineering, you will lead the development of scalable, innovative, and AI-driven payment and compliance platforms, overseeing a team of highly skilled engineers.

- You will play a pivotal role in driving the technical vision, ensuring robust architecture, and fostering a culture of excellence.

What Youll Do:

Provide Strategic Leadership:

- Lead the software engineering team with expertise across Node.js, Python, Java, or similar languages, ensuring the development of innovative and scalable solutions.

- Drive the design, development, and scaling of platforms in payments and fintech, including AP/AR automation, secure transaction workflows, and compliance integration.

- Spearhead AI and ML initiatives to build next-generation fintech solutions.

- Drive the engineering teams strategic direction with a focus on Node.js framework and associated technologies.

- Lead the design, development, and scaling of payment platforms, including AP/AR automation and secure transaction workflows.

- Define and deliver a technology roadmap, fostering innovation and alignment with business objectives.

Technical Excellence:

- Oversee software architecture, ensuring scalability and robust design.

- Lead AI initiatives to enhance product capabilities and market differentiation.

- Manage the integration of third-party payment services and build end-to-end custom payment solutions.

Team & Project Management:

- Mentor engineering managers and senior engineers, promoting professional growth and team cohesion.

- Oversee the end-to-end software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering to deployment.

- Establish and enforce best practices for engineering excellence, including code quality, testing, and deployment.

Collaboration & Delivery:

- Work cross-functionally to translate business needs into scalable technical solutions.

- Interface with stakeholders to ensure alignment on deliverables and timelines.

- Manage project budgets, timelines, and team performance using key metrics.

What We Look For

Technical Expertise:

- Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science or related field.

- 10+ years in software development, with a strong focus on Node.js technologies, Node.js, Python, Java, or similar languages.

- 5+ years in a leadership role, with expertise in payment platforms and scalable architectures.

- Proficiency in messaging technologies, microservices, API design, and relational/NoSQL databases.

Leadership & Collaboration:

- Proven ability to scale engineering teams and processes in high-growth environments.

- Exceptional problem-solving skills and decision-making in dynamic settings.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to bridge technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Process-Driven Approach:

- Deep understanding of Agile methodologies and their implementation across teams.

- Commitment to innovation and continuous improvement in engineering practices.