Engineering Director
PeerIslandsChennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Posted February 27, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
PeerIslands is an AI-native enterprise transformation partner that accelerates digital modernization for Fortune 100 clients across BFSI, healthcare, telco, and other mission‑critical sectors. Leveraging its proprietary Peer.AI platform, the company employs an AI‑first engineering methodology that integrates generative AI, multi‑agent orchestration, and automation throughout the software lifecycle, delivering faster, secure, and scalable application modernization with reduced development timelines. PeerIslands specializes in cloud‑native application development, cloud transformation, data engineering, business process management, and machine learning across Azure, AWS, and GCP. As a MongoDB portfolio company and Boutique SI Partner of the Year, it combines deep technical expertise with a relentless focus on measurable business outcomes, enabling clients to streamline workflows, unlock new revenue streams, and achieve tangible results. Operating from the US, India, and nearshore locations, the firm harnesses a global talent network that operates seamlessly within US time zones, fostering a culture of innovation and meaningful impact for both clients and employees.
Job Description
We are seeking an Engineering Director who embodies ownership, curiosity, and purpose. This leader will drive technical excellence while fostering a culture where engineers take initiative, learn relentlessly, and build with AI and scale in mind.
Requirements
- 15+ years of experience in software engineering with at least 5 years in senior leadership roles.
- Proven track record of leading high-performing, AI-first engineering teams in fast-paced product environments.
- Strong background in scalable architecture, distributed systems, and cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure).
- Expertise in modern engineering practices (CI/CD, DevOps, microservices, event-driven systems).
- Proficiency in one or more languages (e.g., Java, Go, Python, Node.js).
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Experience in Agile/Scrum delivery with a balance of innovation and operational excellence.
- Demonstrated commitment to mentoring and building engineering culture.
Benefits
- Be part of the 1% Engineer Club – where ownership, curiosity, and purpose drive everything.
- Work on cutting-edge problems with AI-first, customer-first thinking.
- Shape and scale engineering for impact, while mentoring the next generation of leaders.