The Director of Software Development is responsible for providing strategic and technical leadership for enterprise application development with a primary focus on the Microsoft .NET ecosystem and related modern software engineering frameworks. This role leads to the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of scalable, secure, and data-driven applications that integrate across multiple enterprise systems. This individual ensures technology strategy aligns with business objectives, with accountability for execution, delivery outcomes, and measurable business value. A key component of this role is enabling enterprise-wide data integration, real-time information flow, and AI-driven capabilities (predictive analytics, automation, and intelligent decision support).The Director is responsible for managing the application portfolio, including cost optimization, licensing strategy, vendor coordination, and modernization initiatives that enable speed, reliability, and innovation across the enterprise.