Software Engineering Director – Marketing and Engagement

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This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of marketing technology at one of the world’s most loved and playful brands. As part of our engineering leadership team, you will set direction, lead high-performing product teams, and drive tangible business impact. With the freedom to define strategy and the support of a global organisation, you’ll play a pivotal role in guiding our digital transformation and inspiring the next generation of engineering talent.

Core Responsibilities

• Set Direction & Architecture Lead 4–6 product teams and empower Lead and Staff Engineers to deliver scalable, high-impact solutions.
• Shape Engineering Culture Champion modern practices, drive clarity in build vs. buy decisions, and foster autonomy, quality, and developer experience.
• Grow & Inspire Talent Build and scale high-performing teams, mentoring direct reports and enabling new skills for the future.
• Drive Business Outcomes Collaborate with product, data science, and architecture leaders to prioritize effectively, manage budgets, and deliver measurable value.
• Own Accountability Take responsibility for engineering outcomes, delivery, and strategic investment decisions across your portfolio.

Nice-to-Haves

• Background in marketing tech or customer engagement platforms.
• Familiarity with data/AI models, performance measurement, and enabling data maturity.
• Ability to balance strategic direction with detailed problem-solving.
• Confidence in engaging diverse audiences and tailoring messages to drive alignment.
• Experience leading distributed or global teams, creating cohesion and shared purpose across locations.

What’s in it for you?

Here is what you can expect

• Family Care Leave - We offer enhanced paid leave options for those important times.
• Insurances – All colleagues are covered by our life and disability insurance which provides protection and peace of mind.
• Wellbeing - Resources and benefits to nurture physical and mental wellbeing along with opportunities to build community and inspire creativity.
• Colleague Discount – Generous colleague discount from day 1.
• Bonus - If eligible, you’ll be rewarded through our bonus scheme when goals are reached.
• Workplace - Hybrid work policy with an average of 3 days per week in the office; location discussed during recruitment.

The LEGO Group is committed to equal employment opportunity and equal pay and seeks to encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in our team.

The LEGO Group is fully committed to Children’s Rights and Child Wellbeing. Candidates offered positions with high engagement with children are required to take part in Child Safeguarding Background Screening, as a condition of the offer.

Thank you for sharing our global commitment to Children’s Rights. Just imagine building your dream career. Then make it real. Join the LEGO team today.

Seniority level
Director

Employment type
Full-time

Job function
Marketing and Sales

Industries
Manufacturing