Technology Director (Platform)
Critical Mass
| Company | Critical Mass |
| Category | Operations & Admin |
| Location | San Jose |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Director |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 20 May 2026 |
| Last verified | 31 Jul 2026 |
| Source | Employer career page (greenhouse) |
Description
As a Technology Director and highly skilled and experienced Java Web Architect, you will lead and mentor our web development team, playing a key part in the successful delivery of large-scale commercial websites and web applications. This position is ideal for a seasoned Java professional with a deep understanding of modern web technologies and a passion for building robust, scalable solutions. While a strong background in Java is essential, you'll also have the opportunity to expand your expertise in Adobe Experience Manager (AEM), a platform built on Java, and become a leader in its implementation.
You possess exceptional communication skills, a proven ability to drive technical strategy, and a knack for fostering a collaborative environment within web development. You will lead Tech Leads, Frontend/Backend Developers, QA, DevOps, and Content Authors. You'll be responsible for enterprise architecture, technical standards, team development, and business growth.
You will:
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 strong distributed teams and foster effective collaboration across locations
Hire, mentor, evaluate, and develop high-performing team members
Serve as 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
You have:
Leadership & Soft Skills
5+ years of professional experience delivering enterprise web solutions
3+ years proven technical leadership on CMS-backed web projects
Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor high-performing distributed teams
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
Strong organizational and team management skills with strategic business thinking
Empathetic leader who identifies, develops, and recognizes high performers
Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking abilities
Ability to work effectively in multi-disciplinary environments (creative, analytics, delivery teams)
Passion for technology innovation and staying current with industry trends
Proven success leading web/platform development teams through high-pressure, timeline-driven projects, consistently delivering quality solutions that meet or exceed client expectations.
Technical Skills – Required
Expertise in enterprise platform development using Java and Spring Framework
Strong understanding of microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, and backend design patterns
Proficiency with Git and build automation&nbs
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