Technical Director

Join to apply for the Technical Director role at Monks Monks seeks an experienced technology leader to oversee a team of architects, engineers, and developers delivering high‑profile projects for one of the largest technology companies in the world. Responsibilities Project delivery: Ensure projects meet the client’s strict standards across Privacy, Security, Accessibility (WCAG 2.1), Performance and Interactivity. Client compliance & governance: Enforce vendor compliance and adapt processes to evolving client requirements and timelines. Client & sales engagement: Build trusted relationships with the client’s technical liaisons and internal sales teams; educate clients on technical constraints and compliance. Technical leadership: Lead the architecture and development of complex web apps and internal tools (approx. 60% front‑end, 40% back‑end); own solution design, code quality, performance, and security. Developer productivity: Standardize the tech stack, libraries, CI/CD, testing and code review practices to improve velocity and quality. People management: Manage 10‑15 Engineers in LATAM and provide technical direction and coaching. Conduct performance reviews and support Engineering Managers on tactical issues. Hiring & scoping: Vet incoming RFPs, scope technical requirements, and assign the right teams in collaboration with Accounts, Production and Operations. Knowledge sharing: Capture learnings and establish repeatable best practices across the organization. Cross‑discipline collaboration: Work closely with UX, Creative, Product and Account teams on joint initiatives. Qualifications 10+ years in software development; 7+ years in agency environments; 4+ years in a Technical Director or equivalent leadership role. Prior experience working with large, highly regulated technology clients or as a vendor to such clients strongly preferred. Compliance knowledge for enterprise vendors is essential. Proven record leading delivery of complex web apps involving multiple developers. Strong frontend expertise (JavaScript/TypeScript, Web Components/Angular familiarity a plus) and solid backend experience (Python preferred). Hands‑on ability to define secure, scalable cloud architectures (experience with major cloud providers strongly preferred). Experience with build systems and automated deployment pipelines; familiarity with performance optimization techniques (caching, SSR/SSG, code‑splitting, monitoring). Deep knowledge of accessibility (WCAG 2.1) and security best practices (OAuth2, XSS, CSRF, etc.). Excellent verbal and written English; confident presenter to clients and stakeholders. Ability to work with Spanish‑speaking teams is a plus. Comfortable estimating under uncertainty and balancing risk. Nice‑to‑have (major plus) Google Cloud Platform, App Engine, Cloud Build, Firebase Typescript, Lit, Bazel, Vite Flask, TensorFlow, DialogFlow, Google Analytics Greensock, Lottie, Three.js/WebGL, Web Components Google Apps Script, Figma About Monks Monks is the global, purely digital, unitary operating brand of S4Capital plc. With a legacy of innovation and specialized expertise, Monks combines an extraordinary range of global marketing and technology services to accelerate business possibilities and redefine how brands and businesses interact with the world. Its integration of systems and workflows delivers unfettered content production, scaled experiences, enterprise‑grade technology and data science fueled by AI—managed by the industry’s best and most diverse digital talent—to help the world’s trailblazing companies outmaneuver and outpace their competition. Monks was named a Contender in The Forrester Wave™: Global Marketing Services. It has remained a constant presence on Adweek’s Fastest Growing lists (2019‑23), ranks among Cannes Lions' Top 10 Creative Companies (2022‑23) and is the only partner to have been placed in AdExchanger’s Programmatic Power Players list every year (2020‑24). In addition to being named Adweek’s first AI Agency of the Year (2023), Monks has been recognized by Business Intelligence in its 2024 Excellence in Artificial Intelligence Awards program in three categories: the Individual category, Organizational Winner in AI Strategic Planning and AI Product for its service Monks.Flow. Monks has also garnered the title of Webby Production Company of the Year (2021‑24), won a record number of FWAs and has earned a spot on Newsweek’s Top 100 Global Most Loved Workplaces 2023. Equal‑opportunity employer statement We are an equal‑opportunity employer committed to building a respectful and empowering work environment for all people to freely express themselves amongst colleagues who embrace diversity in all respects. Including fresh voices and unique points of view in all aspects of our business not only creates an environment where we can all grow and thrive but also increases our potential to produce work that better represents—and resonates with—the world around us. #J-18808-Ljbffr