Director of Software Engineering

About CBRE: CBRE Group, Inc. is the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with a revenue of $31.95 Billion (as recorded on December, 2023) and more than 100,000 employees (excluding affiliate offices). CBRE has been on the Fortune 500 list each year since 2008, ranking #138. CBRE’s Digital and Technology (D&T) organization is dedicated towards revolutionizing the real estate space with its software products. Our breakthrough products have brought real estate management to the fingertips of our clients. Our fast-paced teams are responsible for creating innovative software that enhances the experiences of both our internal and external clients. As part of CBRE’s Digital & Technology organization, you will be able to learn from the most brilliant engineers while tackling tough problems, solutions to which will drive our technology forward. Job Role: We are seeking a dynamic Digital & Technology Director to lead our Digital & Technology initiatives in India. This role involves overseeing project delivery, managing stakeholder relationships, and driving workstreams at the D&T India level. The ideal candidate will also serve as the Site Lead to support local office operations, possess extensive expertise in AI execution—including experience with Agentic AI frameworks. Job Title: Digital & Technology Director Job Location : Gurugram / Noida Key Responsibilities: Project Delivery Management: Lead and oversee the end-to-end delivery of digital and technology projects, ensuring that they meet quality standards, timelines, and budget constraints. Develop project plans, including scope, objectives, resources, and schedules, while proactively managing project risks and issues. Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with internal and external stakeholders to gather requirements, provide updates, and ensure alignment between technology initiatives and business objectives. Facilitate regular communication with stakeholders to manage expectations and foster collaborative relationships. Workstream Ownership: Own and direct multiple workstreams within the Digital & Technology domain, ensuring strategic alignment and operational efficiency. Monitor progress and performance metrics of workstreams to drive continuous improvement and innovation. Site Leadership: Serve as the Site Lead for the local office, providing operational support and guidance to teams while promoting a culture of collaboration and excellence. Foster team engagement and development through mentoring, coaching, and leading by example. AI Strategy and Implementation: Develop and execute AI strategies that support business goals, focusing on the integration and application of Agentic AI frameworks to enhance automation and decision-making. Stay current with advancements in AI technologies and trends, evaluating their applicability to the organization’s objectives. Agentic AI Development: Design and implement solutions leveraging Agentic AI frameworks to create autonomous systems that effectively integrate into business processes. Ensure that AI solutions operate within ethical standards and regulatory compliance. Digital Data Management: Establish and enforce data governance policies and practices to ensure data integrity, security, and accessibility across the organization. Leverage digital data to derive insights that inform strategic decision-making and enhance customer experiences. Advanced Analytics Implementation: Lead the implementation of advanced analytics and business intelligence tools to transform data into actionable insights, driving operational and strategic improvements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify key performance indicators (KPIs) and analytics requirements. Team Development and Leadership: Build and mentor a high-performing team, fostering a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and accountability. Evaluate team performance and provide constructive feedback to support professiona Key Requirements: Full Stack Development Experience: Extensive experience in full stack development, with a deep understanding of both front-end and back-end technologies. This includes proficiency in languages and frameworks such as: Front-End: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, Angular, Vue.js, or similar frameworks. Back-End: Node.js, Python, Java, .NET, or similar technologies. 18+ years of experience in building and deploying scalable web applications and services that meet user needs and performance standards. Database Management: Strong knowledge of database technologies, SQL (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL) with the ability to design and manage efficient data models. Experience in data migration, optimization, and ensuring data integrity across applications. API Development and Integration: Expertise in designing and developing RESTful APIs and integrating third-party services, enabling seamless communication between different systems and applications. Understanding of API management and security best practices. DevOps and CI/CD Practices: Familiarity with DevOps methodologies, including continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) practices to streamline development processes. Experience with tools such as Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins, or similar technologies for containerization and orchestration. User Experience (UX) and User Interface (UI) Design: Understanding of UX/UI principles and best practices, with the ability to guide teams in creating user-friendly interfaces and enhancing the overall user experience. Experience in collaborating with designers to translate wireframes and prototypes into functional applications. Cloud Computing and Infrastructure: Knowledge of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and experience in deploying applications in cloud environments, ensuring scalability and reliability. Familiarity with infrastructure as code (IaC) practices and tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation) to manage cloud resources effectively. Agile Methodologies: Experience in Agile software development methodologies, enabling flexibility and responsiveness to changing project requirements and stakeholder feedback. Ability to facilitate Agile ceremonies (e.g., sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives) to drive team collaboration and productivity. Technology Trends and Innovations: Awareness of emerging technologies and trends in full stack development, AI, and data analytics, with a commitment to continuous learning and innovation. Ability to evaluate and implement new tools and technologies that enhance development processes and outcomes.