Senior Director - Azure Software Product Development - Hybrid

Overview

Hybrid
Depends on Experience
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent

Skills

Software development
Microsoft Azure
Product management
Product strategy
SaaS
Communication
Leadership

Job Details

Job Title: Senior Director Azure Software Product Development
Location: Northern NJ (Hybrid, 3+ days/week onsite)
Type: Contract-to-Hire (3 6 months conversion window)

Overview:
For our direct client, a leading global professional services company, we seek a high-caliber IT leader to help drive the next phase of growth for a large-scale software product development initiative. This role is ideal for a strategic, execution-focused professional with deep experience managing complex, Azure-based product development programs across global teams.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead a large, multi-track software development program, managing multiple solution teams across various application development streams.
  • Define and evolve the product vision in alignment with business strategy and customer needs.
  • Drive planning, execution, and delivery across Azure-based development projects, ensuring alignment with technical and business goals.
  • Collaborate closely with global stakeholders, engineering, and product leadership to ensure cohesive execution.
  • Promote a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement within a hybrid work environment.

Required Qualifications:

  • 10+ years of experience leading complex, enterprise-scale software development programs.
  • Proven success delivering cloud-native solutions on Microsoft Azure.
  • Strong global delivery experience, including working with distributed teams and international stakeholders.
  • Background in product management and product strategy, ideally in a consulting or enterprise SaaS environment.
  • Exceptional communication, leadership, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
  • Must be able to work onsite in the Northern NJ office at least 3 days per week.

Engagement Details:

  • Initial contract with intention to convert to full-time after 3 6 months.
  • High-visibility role working directly with executive leadership.
  • Opportunity to shape the future of a strategic product for a world-class organization.
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