Director of Engineering
Quick answer
GiveDirectly is hiring a remote Director of Engineering (US-based/Global) paying $230k+ to lead and scale the technical platform responsible for delivering cash aid to millions in extreme poverty.
- Role
- Director of Engineering
- Organization
- GiveDirectly
- Location
- Remote (requires overlap with East Africa Time)
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $230,000+ total estimated annual compensation (including base salary, target bonus, and benefits stipend).
- Category
- Engineering & Technology
The role
GiveDirectly is seeking a Director of Engineering to scale their cash delivery platform, which aims to provide $4B in aid to people in extreme poverty over the next nine years. The role involves managing a growing team of engineers, shaping multi-year technical strategy, and fostering a strong, inclusive engineering culture. The successful candidate will partner closely with product leads and leadership to translate technical realities into business impact while maintaining operational excellence.
What you'll do
- Own the engineering organization structure, staffing strategy, and operating model.
- Define the multi-year technical strategy and architectural roadmap for the cash delivery platform.
- Coach, develop, and retain a high-performing, inclusive engineering team.
- Represent engineering at the senior leadership level to align technical and business objectives.
- Maintain high standards for engineering delivery, code quality, and operational reliability.
What it takes
- 5+ years managing engineers, including leading multiple teams through full delivery cycles.
- 10+ years of overall industry experience building production software.
- Strong technical backend foundation including databases, cloud services, and APIs.
- Proven track record of recruiting and retaining talent during periods of high growth.
- Experience partnering with non-technical stakeholders to build product-development fluency.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Includes an annual benefits stipend of approximately $33,427, which may be used for benefits or taken as additional taxable income.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote?
Yes, the role is fully remote; however, you must be available for at least 3 hours of overlap with East Africa Time.
What is the compensation for this role?
The estimated total compensation for US-based employees is $230,000+, which includes a $200,000 base salary, a 15% target bonus, and a ~$33,427 annual benefits stipend.
What are the key qualifications for this director-level role?
Candidates need 10+ years of industry experience, 5+ years of engineering management experience, and a strong background in backend systems and strategic team leadership.
How do I apply for this position?
The job description does not specify a deadline, but you are encouraged to consult the GiveDirectly Candidate Application Prep Guide before submitting your materials.
How to apply
Apply directly on GiveDirectly's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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