Technology Director (Platform)

About the role

Critical Mass is seeking a Technology Director to lead its platform development team. The role combines hands‑on Java architecture with strategic oversight of Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) and related web technologies.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the platform development team in implementing technical architecture, standards, and best practices.
• Oversee enterprise platform technologies including Java, AEM, microservices, APIs, React, and cloud infrastructure.
• Establish and maintain technical standards, processes, and documentation.
• Build and nurture distributed teams, fostering collaboration across locations.
• Hire, mentor, evaluate, and develop high‑performing team members.
• Serve as the in‑house expert on platform technologies and mentor others.
• Manage technical relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to business development through technical consulting and requirements gathering.
• Own delivery and development quality standards.

Required profile

• 5+ years delivering enterprise web solutions and 3+ years of technical leadership on CMS‑backed projects.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to explain technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and team‑management abilities with strategic business thinking.
• Empathetic leader who identifies, develops, and recognizes high performers.
• Proven success leading web/platform teams through high‑pressure, timeline‑driven projects.

Required skills

• Java and Spring Framework
• Microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, backend design patterns
• Git, Maven, Jenkins
• SQL and database design
• React, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript
• Adobe Experience Manager (AEM)
• Project management tools: Jira, Confluence, SharePoint, Teams
• Cross‑browser compatibility, accessibility, SEO best practices
• Responsive web design and mobile‑first development
• DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)
• GraphQL and modern API technologies (desirable)

What we offer

• Global maternity and parental leave
• Work‑life balance with flexible vacation, compassionate leave, wellness days, and flex days
• Competitive benefits package
• Access to online services for families and new parents
• Diversity and Inclusion Board with 13 affinity groups
• Internal learning and development programs