VP - OM

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Vice President (VP) of Engineering to lead and oversee the company’s innovation of delivering to the markets quicker. This executive will be responsible for driving innovation, enhancing engineering excellence, and ensuring the integration of robust security practices within the software development lifecycle. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in technology leadership, DevSecOps practices, cloud infrastructure, and global team management.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership:

• Develop and execute the overall engineering, aligning it with the company’s broader business objectives and working closely with CIOs and development leads
• Lead a global, cross-functional team of engineers, security experts, and operations professionals to deliver high-quality, secure, and scalable software products.
• Define and drive initiatives to continuously improve engineering processes, efficiency, and security across all development and operational stages.

Team Management:

• Build and nurture high-performing, diverse teams across multiple global locations, focusing on attracting, developing, and retaining top talent.
• Set clear expectations, deliverables, and performance goals for engineering and DevSecOps teams.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and accountability.

Technology and Innovation:

• Lead the design and implementation of modern, scalable cloud-based solutions, infrastructure automation, and continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD).
• Ensure robust cybersecurity measures are integrated into the development lifecycle, including threat modeling, vulnerability scanning, and automated security testing.
• Promote innovation and leverage emerging technologies such as AI, machine learning, containerization, and microservices architecture to optimize engineering performance.

Operational Excellence:

• Establish and oversee a robust system for tracking project progress, engineering quality, security compliance, and operational effectiveness.
• Implement and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of engineering and team performance.
• Develop and manage budgets, resources, and timelines for engineering projects, ensuring the efficient use of resources and meeting organizational goals.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Work closely with C-level executives, product, and business leaders to understand business goals and deliver engineering solutions that meet those objectives.
• Communicate progress, challenges, and achievements to executive leadership and other key stakeholders.
• Build strong relationships with key external partners, vendors, and contractors to ensure the company’s engineering and innovations are met in budget.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Experience:

• 15+ years of experience in technology leadership roles, with at least 7 years in a senior engineering leadership position (e.g., Director, VP).
• Proven experience in leading global engineering teams and managing large-scale, complex technology initiatives.
• In-depth knowledge of DevSecOps principles, practices, and tools, with hands-on experience in continuous integration, automated testing, containerization, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Expertise in managing security within the software development lifecycle and implementing proactive security measures.

Skills:

• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams.
• Exceptional strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
• Solid understanding of software development methodologies (Agile, Scrum, etc.) and project management principles.
• In-depth knowledge of cloud infrastructure, automation, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and microservices architecture.
• Expertise in security technologies, including identity management, threat detection, vulnerability management, and incident response.

Personal Attributes:

• High level of integrity and a strong commitment to security and operational excellence.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with a focus on collaboration across teams and departments.
• A forward-thinking, innovative mindset, with a passion for technology and continuous improvement.