What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Director, Software Engineering position at Ralliant?
The Senior Director of Software Engineering partners closely with the VP of R&D and collaborates cross-functionally with leaders in Product Management, Professional Services, and Marketing. This role is responsible for leading high-performing software engineering teams focused on Tektronix’s off-scope software portfolio. The ideal candidate brings a strong analytical mindset, a proven track record of delivering impactful technical solutions, and the ability to lead across distributed teams. Success in this role requires exceptional prioritization skills, adaptability in a dynamic environment, and a disciplined, process-driven approach to execution.
What You Will Do
- Build and scale a high-performing software engineering team with strong technical and leadership talent
- Lead multiple agile teams using SCRUM, ensuring clear priorities, transparency, and delivery momentum
- Set technical direction in partnership with architecture and product teams, mentor engineers and managers across the org
- Drive a culture of urgency, accountability, and excellence—delivering high-quality software on time
- Champion innovation and experimentation to deliver best-in-class, user-centric products
- Partner across R&D and business functions to align strategy, execution, and value creation
- Advocate for scalable systems and automation to unlock long-term efficiency and growth
- Stay deeply connected to customer needs and pain points, ensuring the team delivers practical, solutions-focused outcomes
- Inspire creative problem-solving and challenge the status quo with bold, forward-thinking ideas
- Navigate and resolve complex organizational challenges with clarity and confidence
- Build diverse, well-rounded teams that amplify individual strengths and collective impact
Who You Are
- 8 years software engineering management experience
- 6 years hands on software development/testing experience
- Strong technical skills in at least three of these areas: Java, .NET, C#, JavaScript, SQL Server, Oracle Databases
- Demonstrated experience working with geographically dispersed teams
- Experience building and scaling teams and systems
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
- Ability to thrive under pressure and function effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Project management using agile development practices Desired Skills/Experience
- Knowledgeable about modern software development paradigms including Cloud, Big Data and CI/CD
- Successful lead role in developing enterprise application frameworks in a shared services model
- Thorough understanding of web based scalable, redundant technologies
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Ralliant Corporation Overview
Ralliant, originally part of Fortive, now stands as a bold, independent public company driving innovation at the forefront of precision technology. With a global footprint and a legacy of excellence, we empower engineers to bring next-generation breakthroughs to life — faster, smarter, and more reliably. Our high-performance instruments, sensors, and subsystems fuel mission-critical advancements across industries, enabling real-world impact where it matters most. At Ralliant we’re building the future, together with those driven to push boundaries, solve complex problems, and leave a lasting mark on the world.
We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer
Ralliant Corporation and all Ralliant Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Ralliant and all Ralliant Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at applyassistance@Ralliant.com.
About Tektronix
Tektronix, a wholly owned subsidiary of Ralliant Corporation, is a place where people are challenged to explore the boundaries of what’s possible, bringing the digital future one step closer every day. Through precision-engineered measurement solutions, we work with our customers to eliminate the barriers between inspiration and realization of world-changing technologies. We believe that cultivating a deeper sense of loyalty and belonging is key to how we attract and retain our best people. This reality inspires our Inclusion & Diversity vision, We Are More Together, and guides our approach as we all work toward creating great places where our teams work and thrive. Realize your true potential at Tektronix – join us in revolutionizing a better tomorrow!
We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ralliant Corporation and all Ralliant Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Ralliant and all Ralliant Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at applyassistance@Ralliant.com.
Bonus or Equity
This position is also eligible for bonus as part of the total compensation package.
Pay Range
The salary range for this position (in local currency) is 208,300.00 - 386,800.00
