Senior Director, Software Engineering, Automation & Shared Services

Job Description:

At Sparklight / Cable one and our family of brands, we keep our customers and associates connected to what matters most.

For our associates, that means: a thriving and rewarding career, respect for the communities where they live and work, a focus on health and wellness, an excellent work/life balance, and an open and inclusive workplace.

Cable One is seeking a Senior Director, Software Engineering , Automation & Shared Services to set the technical vision, guide multiple software engineering teams, and drive the delivery of scalable, reliable, and high-impact software solutions.

This role partners closely with Product, Business, and Executive Leadership to shape long-range technology strategy , optimize systems and processes, and ensure our platforms support both current operations and future growth.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Vision



* Set the vision and foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and technical excellence across software engineering teams.



* Drive strategic initiatives and deliver impactful software solutions aligned with business and operational goals.



* Establish technology and architecture standards and define roadmaps grounded in enterprise strategy.



* Monitor, evaluate, and influence emerging industry technologies, frameworks, and standards.



* Partner with senior leadership to build business cases for new technology adoption.



* Navigate organizational complexity and drive alignment across teams and stakeholders.



* Influence technology and policy decisions across the broader VP organization.

Technology, Architecture & Operational Excellence



* Develop long-range technical requirements and operational guidelines to improve system, tool , and network performance and reliability.



* Lead Continuous Process Improvement actions to optimize workflows and drive efficiencies .



* Create project forecasts, ensure appropriate implementation , and identify resource requirements for complex software and network systems.



* Craft and implement policies and procedures related to software tools, processes, technologies, maintenance, and monitoring.



* Champion DevOps best practices, CI/CD pipelines, release management, and operational resilience.

Cross-Functional Collaboration



* Work closely with Product Owners to plan and execute both tactical and strategic initiatives.



* Partner with business leaders to identify opportunities for innovation and efficiency.



* Collaborate on evaluating, developing, and launching new products and product offerings.



* Clearly communicate highly technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Vendor & External Management



* Build and maintain strong partnerships with vendors and service providers to select solutions aligned with company goals.



* Analyze vendor roadmaps to anticipate and plan for upcoming technology changes.

Business & Fi...