Senior Director, Product Engineering - Remote

Company: Varsity Tutors
Location: Washington
Posted on: March 23, 2026

Job Description:

The Senior Director, Product Engineering leads multiple engineering teams to deliver scalable, high-impact product solutions aligned with Nerdy’s strategic objectives. This leader drives technical vision, operational excellence, and cross-functional alignment while building high-performing, inclusive teams. The role is responsible for translating business strategy into measurable engineering outcomes across complex product portfolios. About Nerdy: At Nerdy (NYSE: NRDY) - the company behind Varsity Tutors - we’re redrawing the blueprint of learning. Our Live AI™ platform fuses real-time human expertise with proprietary generative-AI systems, setting a new bar for measurable academic impact at global scale. We recruit the kind of technologists and operators you’d bet on as solo founders - people who turn ambiguous problems into shipping code, iterate faster than markets move, and compound their advantage with every data point. In an era where great employees can deliver 10-times the leverage of the merely good, we back those who play to win. Fortune favors the bold. Join us. How we compete: AI-Native at every level From the CEO to day-one hires, everyone builds and ships with generative AI. If you’re not wielding AI, you’re not done. Entrepreneurial velocity Move at founder speed, prototype in hours, and measure in real user outcomes. Slow teams die. Free-market rigor Ideas rise or fall on merit and results - no committees, no politics, no cap on upside. Full-stack ownership You design, build, and run what you ship; accountability is a feature, not a bug. Reward for contribution Pay rises with impact, not years. Outstanding results earn outsized rewards. We evaluate both what you achieve and how you achieve it: living our leadership principles and using AI effectively are formally measured and rewarded. Relentless exploration Push the frontier of generative AI in live learning and - because only the paranoid survive - questioning every legacy assumption along the way. Is Apolitical You stay focused on mission-aligned outcomes, not distractions or unrelated causes. If you’re a technically minded builder who thrives on open competition, personal responsibility, and the chance to redefine how the world learns - while continually stretching the limits of what generative AI can do - come do the most ambitious and rewarding work of your career here. Qualifications: 10 years of progressive engineering leadership experience, including managing managers and senior leaders Proven experience leading large, distributed product engineering organizations in a high-growth environment Strong track record of delivering complex, scalable software systems Demonstrated ability to set technical vision and influence executive-level strategy Deep understanding of modern software development practices, cloud architectures, and DevOps principles Experience driving organizational design, change management, and operational transformation Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across technical and non-technical audiences Data-driven decision-making mindset with strong business acumen Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; advanced degree preferred Responsibilities: Define and execute the long-term technical and organizational strategy for multiple product engineering teams Partner with Product, Design, Data, and Business leaders to align roadmaps with company objectives Drive delivery excellence through strong execution frameworks, predictable planning, and measurable outcomes Build, mentor, and scale high-performing engineering leadership teams, including Directors and Senior Managers Establish and uphold engineering standards for architecture, quality, reliability, and security Lead large-scale system design and architectural decisions to ensure scalability and performance Oversee resource planning, budgeting, and headcount strategy across multiple teams Champion operational rigor through metrics, KPIs, and continuous improvement practices Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, inclusion, and continuous learning Identify and mitigate technical, operational, and organizational risks at the portfolio level Unleash Your Potential at Nerdy: At Nerdy, youll earn your success through meritocracy and exceptional outcomes. Our benefits reward performance and initiative: Competitive Compensation & Advancement: Market-leading salary paired with clear promotion pathways and equity (RSUs) - become an owner in our success. Retirement Made Simple: 401(k) plan with company match and immediate vesting. A Remote-First Culture: We embrace flexibility across time zones and working styles to attract top talent and meet learners where they are. Flexible Time Off: Recharge on your terms, ensuring maximum productivity. Continuous Learning: Access an all-inclusive learning membership for you and your household, including 1:1 tutoring hours, unlimited on-demand classes, and our full suite of learning products and services. Supercharge with AI: Leverage cutting-edge AI tools to accelerate your workflow. You’re Covered: Medical, dental, vision, life, STD & LTD plans plus strong maternity, paternity, and adoption leaves - numerous options for you and your family. The Bottom Line: If youre driven by impact, energized by ownership, and excited to help shape what’s next, you’ll thrive here. We move fast, think big, and reward those who deliver. This isn’t a traditional corporate environment - it’s a place to do the most meaningful work of your career.

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