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Director of Engineering

Intro

At MO, we challenge the status quo and help government leaders shape the future. We engineer scalable, human-centered solutions that help agencies deliver their mission faster and better. Our teams blend product, design, AI, data, and modern software practices to modernize legacy systems, build new digital platforms, and deliver mission-ready products that drive sustainable change.

We live by our values—Integrity, Excellence, Courage and Curiosity. They guide how we build, collaborate, and lead. From cloud infrastructure and data engineering to AI integration and service design, we connect technology and experience to deliver outcomes that scale.

We’re building a company where technologists, designers, and builders can serve the mission, grow their craft, and help shape the future of digital government. At MO, your work doesn’t just make a difference—it advances the mission and helps build a more capable, trusted, and human government.


Overview

We’re seeking a Director of Engineering to lead engineering at MO. We work on mission-critical systems that affect millions of citizens, and you will own engineering strategy and delivery maturity across all of MO’s client engagements. You will oversee the execution of existing federal contracts, manage and mentor the engineering team, and partner with other MO leaders to win new business.

The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, exceptional leadership skills, and a proven track record of delivering high-quality software projects. 


What You'll Do

Engineering Leadership

  • Manage a diverse team of ~15 software leads, engineers, and data scientists, including recruitment, onboarding, performance evaluations, and professional development 

  • Foster a positive and collaborative work environment that promotes growth, creativity, and open communication

  • Mentor engineers and technical leads, developing new leaders and strengthening system design, documentation, and delivery discipline

  • Define, own, and guide adherence to engineering standards and delivery practices that support quality, compliance, and reliability

  • Guide technical decision-making and resolve engineering tradeoffs in complex, multi-stakeholder environments

Solution Architecture & Client Engagement

For major new endeavors with clients:

  • Guide end-to-end technical solution designs to influence the shape and delivery of client work

  • Support program leads in the translation of stakeholder requirements into executable architectures

  • Ensure staff are building and designing solutions that meet security, compliance, and regulatory standards (e.g., FedRAMP, NIST, Section 508, etc., as applicable) while maintaining an agile, modern development culture

  • Serve as a senior technical expert in client meetings, proposals, and technical reviews

Business Growth & Consulting Impact

  • Lead the development and review of winning technical approaches for RFPs, RFIs, and client pitches

  • Identify opportunities to expand engagements through thoughtful, client-centered solutions

  • Balance innovation with practicality in regulated, risk-aware environments


What We're Looking For
  • 10+ years in software engineering, with at least 3–5 years in a leadership or management role

  • Experience leading engineering teams in federal government contracting, public-sector consulting, or regulated industries

  • Strong background in solutions architecture and system design for client-facing programs

  • Ability to lead across multiple projects with varying scopes, timelines, and constraints

  • Comfort operating in compliance-heavy environments with high expectations for documentation and rigor

  • Clear, confident communicator with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

  • Leadership style grounded in collaboration, mentorship, and delivery excellence

  • Our Federal contracts require that you be a U.S. Citizen to be eligible for employment and all work must be conducted within the U.S.

  • MO is a fully remote company, but if you aren’t based near Washington D.C. then travel could be necessary ~25% of the time to meet with Washington D.C. stakeholders

Why This Role Matters

As Head of Engineering, you’ll be central to how we deliver mission-critical work—shaping engineering culture, ensuring solution quality, and helping clients succeed through dependable, well-architected technology. You will also be part of the senior leadership team, contributing to company strategy, growth, and success.


Perks
  • A dynamic, high-trust environment with a diverse, mission-driven team

  • Competitive compensation commensurate with experience

  • Meaningful opportunities for career growth and learning

  • Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, and vision)

  • 401(k) with company match

  • Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)

  • Company-sponsored short- and long-term disability, plus life insurance

  • Company-sponsored parental leave


$190,000 - $225,000 a year

Compensation

Compensation for this role is an annualized salary range of $190,000 to $225,000, with additional variable and long term incentives. 

 

Candidates in the Washington, DC region are preferred.

 

Note: To ensure compliance with all state, county, and local employment and tax regulations, applicants must currently reside in one of the following states to be considered for employment with MO. Employment eligibility is also subject to applicable state labor laws and remote work registration requirements. This list will be updated periodically as our team expands hiring eligibility to additional states.

 

 

AZ; CA; CO; CT; DC; FL; GA; IL; KS; MA; MD; ME; NC; NJ; NV; NY; OR; PA; TX; VA; WA; WI.

 

The contract this position supports requires US Citizenship.

 

This position will remain open through April 11,2026.

 

In support of the Colorado Equal Pay Transparency Act, and others like it across the country, MO's job descriptions feature the starting range we reasonably expect to pay to candidates who would join our team with little to no need for training on the responsibilities we've outlined above. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and responsibility.

We're MO

 

We build with purpose, deliver with precision, and measure success by the impact we create — for our clients, our teams, and the mission. All MO leaders are expected to lead with humility, embody our core values in their leadership, and to hold their team accountable to the same. MO leaders are expected to ensure we are always growing by tackling hard problems, being strategic, and learning from others.   

 

If you’re excited to work with us but not sure you check every box, apply anyway! You may be just right for this role or another one.

 

MO is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We are committed to building a diverse team and fostering an inclusive, equitable environment where everyone can thrive.

 

All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of any required background, reference, or security clearance checks consistent with applicable law and client contract requirements. Your job offer is contingent upon satisfactory completion of such background and/or reference check as applicable. Additionally, this position may require a government background investigation to be completed and adjudicated dependent on your role and project . This offer will be withdrawn if any of the above conditions are not satisfied.

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