Director Software Engineer (Hands-On) | Clients
Gympass
Castelo Branco, Unknown, Portugal
Full-Time
Competitive
RemoteDirector
At Wellhub we're revolutionizing workplace wellness. Our platform connects employees worldwide to the best partners for fitness, mindfulness, therapy, nutrition, and sleepall in one simple subscription. Headquartered in NYC with team members in Europe, North America and South America, were on a mission to make every company a wellness company.We believe work should be fulfilling, inspiring, and balanced. Here, youll find a team that values wellbeing, collaboration, and different perspectives, where passion and creativity push boundaries to create real impact. Your contributions will help shape a healthier, more balanced world for you and millions of people globally.
We are hiring a Director Software Engineer to join our CIA Focus Area in Portugal! This is a Remote Portugal position, meaning you can work from anywhere within the country. Please note that this role is only open to candidates in Portugal.
At the CIA Focus Area team, we build the platform where all organizations can implement and manage their wellbeing strategy, helping to make every company a Wellness company, while generating a positive impact on their business. Our team is a multidisciplinary group composed of engineers, a Product Manager, and a Product Designer. Together, were responsible for delivering a robust and user-friendly platform tailored to the needs of our enterprise clients.
As a Director of Engineering, you will be responsible for leading and scaling the engineering structure behind our growth initiatives. Youll partner closely with Product, Design, and Data to define the strategic direction of our B2B experience, ensuring it aligns with business goals and user needs.
Beyond execution, you will play a key role in shaping our teams structure, fostering a high-performing culture, and ensuring we have the right processes, talent, and technical vision in place to drive sustainable growth across Wellhubs platform.
We recognize that individuals approach job applications differently. We strongly encourage all aspiring applicants to go for it, even if they don't match the job description 100%. We welcome your application and will be delighted to explore if you could be a great fit for our team. For this specific role, please note that architectural background, with a track record of designing and scaling complex, distributed systems and modern web applications are mandatory requirements.
With thoughtful benefits, emotional wellbeing resources, and a culture that empowers you to take ownership of your role and your wellbeing, we create an environment where you can thrive in all dimensions of your life. Our benefits include:
WELLHUB: Free Gold membership with access to onsite gyms and studios, digital fitness programs, and online wellness resources for meditation, nutrition, mental wellbeing support, and more! Add up to three family members to your plan, ensuring access to wellness for those who matter most to you.
HEALTHCARE: Health insurance.
FLEXIBLE WORK: As a Flexible First company, we offer hybrid and remote options to give you the freedom to work in a way that suits you. The model for this specific role can be discussed with your recruiter and hiring manager. We offer all employees a one-time reimbursement to set up their home office equipment and a monthly work allowance to help cover the costs of working from home.
FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE: Flexibility for us isnt just about where we workit also means being able to shape how and when we get things done. Together with their leaders, employees define schedules that align with their time zones, team needs, and personal routines.
PAID TIME OFF: We know how important it is to take time away from work to recharge. Employees receive a minimum of 25 days paid holiday per year with an additional day for each year of tenure (up to 5) in addition to annual holidays (including an extra holiday on your birthday!).
PARENTAL LEAVE: Welcoming a new child is one of the most special moments in your life. Take the time to be present and enjoy your growing family. We offer 100% paid parental leave to all new parents. Parents giving birth are eligible for an extended leave and a ramp-back period to return part-time while they get settled.
CAREER GROWTH: Access world-class platforms, participate in interactive sessions, build your personalized development roadmap, and explore internal opportunities. We focus on continuous learning and feedback to support your journey toward personal and professional success.
CULTURE: Youll join a team of passionate people who come together to break boundaries, support each other, and create a meaningful impact in workplace wellness. We win together, building trust through open communication and a culture where every perspective matters. Learn more about our shared culture and values here.
And to get a glimpse of life at Wellhub Follow us on Instagram @lifeatwellhuband LinkedIn!
Wellhub was named one of the Best Engineering Teams and Top IT Companies to Work For in Portugal! Join a team where technology, purpose, and wellbeing come together. Read more about our award here.
We aim to create a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive space where everyone knows they belong. At Wellhub, we welcome and celebrate your authentic self.
Wellhub is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.
Our commitment to inclusion also extends to how we recognize and reward our people. Were proud to be Syndio Fair Pay Certified, reflecting our ongoing dedication to equitable and fair pay practices across our global team. Read more about it here.