Director, Software Engineering – Network Automation and AI Solutions

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Director, Software Engineering – Network Automation and AI Solutions based in United States. This role leads the transformation of network engineering and operations through software engineering, automation, artificial intelligence, and advanced analytics. You will define the strategic direction for network automation, OSS modernization, operational tooling, and AI-enabled engineering workflows. The position combines technical leadership with organizational strategy, overseeing teams that build scalable solutions for complex network environments. You will shape architectures and platforms spanning monitoring, inventory, correlation, ticketing, orchestration, and network management. The role has broad enterprise impact, helping reduce manual effort, improve reliability, accelerate incident resolution, and enhance customer outcomes. You will work closely with Engineering, Network Operations, Product, Security, Architecture, and IT leaders to align technology investments with business priorities. This is an opportunity to establish a more proactive, intelligent, and automated network operating model while fostering a high-performance engineering culture.