VP of Software Engineering (Remote)

VP of Software Engineering

We are seeking a VP of Software Engineering for an HR SaaS client that makes a product that is highly configurable for enterprise clients. This is a full-time and direct hire role for one of our amazing partners on the East Coast, and they are open to remote candidates located in EST or CST time zones.

Youll be a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, and report directly to the CEO. You will be responsible for developing and implementing the technology strategy and will serve as the strategic leader for the Cloud Operations, IT team, and Software Engineering team. You will ensure security and uptime for the cloud operations and continue to build their industry-leading product. You will continuously evaluate and improve processes to adapt to market trends and growth opportunities.

Responsibilities:

• Set clear priorities and goals for the Technical Team with long-term vision and strategy of the company, while balancing immediate operational and sales requirements.
• Develop and improve operational strategies, metrics, and reporting related to Cloud Operations and Software Engineering functions.
• Manage a couple of Technical Directors and their teams.
• Help the cloud team define and meet the teams uptime, cybersecurity, and compliance commitments. Work with them to achieve SOC II Type 2 compliance starting in 2025.
• Help the software team define and meet the teams roadmap, product quality, and innovation commitments.
• Build a Product Team from the ground up, integrate them with the Software Engineering team and set a clear vision and plan for the technical future.
• Develop and manage a technical team annual budget.
• Facilitate and continually improve testing and implementation of Disaster Recovery and Incident Response plans.
• Manage the Technical Teams resource allocation, goal setting and performance metrics.
• Provide regular performance feedback and one-on-one discussions with team members.
• Comply with company standards and industry best practices.
• Identify and manage risks associated with all technology operations and product development.
• Foster an engaging, fun, collaborative, and performance-driven work environment that results in low employee turnover and high employee satisfaction.

Requirements:

• 10+ years of technical experience in a SaaS B2B software company.
• 3+ years leading software engineering teams, with a solid understanding of software engineering.
• 3+ years leading cloud operations Teams, with a solid understanding of cloud engineering.
• Experience at a software company leading SOC II Type 2 compliance.
• Ability to identify and manage risks associated with all technology operations and product development.
• Bachelors degree or equivalent experience in computer science, software engineering, or related discipline.

Nice to Have:

• Experience working in B2B HR Technology with large enterprise customers, specifically working with CHRO, Talent Acquisition/Compliance, and/or Compensation departments.
• Strong experience working with Microsoft .NET technology and Microsoft Azure
• Experience working with large Fortune 1000 customers
• Experience as a key partner in strategic planning for a growing B2B software business.
• Customer Operations and/or Customer Success experience.
• Product Management experience.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status.