Software Development Director
Oracle · United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $200,000 / year
- United States
Job highlights
- Lead software development teams at Oracle.
- Design, develop, and debug software programs.
- Shape future software architecture and improvements.
- Manage applications, operating systems, and databases.
- Contribute to AI and cloud solutions impact.
About the role
Software Development Director
Manage a team that designs, develops, troubleshoots, and debugs software programs for databases, applications, tools, networks, etc.
Responsibilities
As a Director of Software Engineering, you will apply your extensive knowledge of software architecture to manage software development tasks associated with developing, debugging, or designing software applications, operating systems, and databases according to provided design specifications. Build enhancements within an existing software architecture and envision future improvements to the architecture.
Qualifications
Disclaimer: Certain US customer or client-facing roles may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunization and occupational health mandates. Range and benefit information provided in this posting are specific to the stated locations only. US: Hiring Range in USD from: $122,500 - $291,800 per year. May be eligible for bonus, equity, and compensation deferral. Oracle maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions and locations, as well as reflect Oracle's differing products, industries and lines of business. Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity.
Oracle US offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion
- Short term disability and long term disability
- Life insurance and AD&D
- Supplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
- Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits
- 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match
- Paid time off: Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation.
- 11 paid holidays
- Paid sick leave: 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours.
- Paid parental leave
- Adoption assistance
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Financial planning and group legal
- Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insurance
The role will generally accept applications for at least three calendar days from the posting date or as long as the job remains posted.
Career Level - M4
About Us
Only Oracle brings together the data, infrastructure, applications, and expertise to power everything from industry innovations to life-saving care. And with AI embedded across our products and services, we help customers turn that promise into a better future for all. Discover your potential at a company leading the way in AI and cloud solutions that impact billions of lives.
True innovation starts when everyone is empowered to contribute. That’s why we’re committed to growing a workforce that promotes opportunities for all with competitive benefits that support our people with flexible medical, life insurance, and retirement options. We also encourage employees to give back to their communities through our volunteer programs.
We’re committed to including people with disabilities at all stages of the employment process. If you require accessibility assistance or accommodation for a disability at any point, let us know by emailing accommodation-request_mb@oracle.com or by calling 1-888-404-2494 in the United States.
Oracle is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and protected veterans’ status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Oracle will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to applicable law.
Key skills/competency
- Software Development Director
- Software Architecture
- Software Development
- Debugging
- Application Development
- Operating Systems
- Databases
- Team Management
- Agile Methodologies
- Cloud Solutions
Skills & topics
- Software Development Director
- Software Architecture
- Team Management
- Software Development
- Debugging
- Application Development
- Operating Systems
- Databases
- AI
- Cloud Solutions
- Engineering
- Leadership
- M4
- Tech Lead
- Senior Software Engineer
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight leadership, software architecture, and team management experience relevant to Oracle's tech stack.
- Craft a compelling cover letter: Express your passion for innovation and how you align with Oracle's mission in AI and cloud.
- Prepare for technical interviews: Be ready to discuss software architecture, debugging strategies, and team leadership scenarios.
- Showcase impact: Quantify your achievements in previous software development director roles, focusing on team growth and project success.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the career level for the Software Development Director role at Oracle?
- The Software Development Director role at Oracle is designated as Career Level M4, indicating a senior leadership position within the engineering division.
- What is the salary range for a Software Development Director at Oracle in the US?
- The hiring range for a Software Development Director in the US is from $122,500 to $291,800 per year, with potential eligibility for bonuses, equity, and compensation deferrals.
- What benefits does Oracle offer to its employees?
- Oracle provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, disability and life insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with company match, generous paid time off, paid holidays, sick leave, parental leave, adoption assistance, stock purchase plan, and financial planning services.
- How does Oracle approach diversity and inclusion in hiring for the Software Development Director position?
- Oracle is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status. They also consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
- What are the key responsibilities of a Software Development Director at Oracle?
- Key responsibilities include managing a team that designs, develops, troubleshoots, and debugs software programs, applying extensive knowledge of software architecture, and envisioning future improvements to architecture.
- How long will Oracle accept applications for the Software Development Director role?
- Oracle generally accepts applications for this role for at least three calendar days from the posting date, or as long as the job remains posted on their career site.
- What is Oracle's stance on flexible work arrangements for a Software Development Director?
- The job description does not explicitly state the work arrangement for this role. However, Oracle emphasizes providing competitive benefits that support people with flexible medical, life insurance, and retirement options, suggesting a focus on employee well-being which may extend to work flexibility depending on the team and role.
- What kind of software development projects would a Software Development Director at Oracle be involved in?