Vice President, Product Engineering

Overview

Senior leadership role responsible for the overall product engineering strategy and execution, aligning development efforts with business goals and market needs.

What you'll do

• Define and execute the product engineering strategy, aligning with overall business objectives and market needs.
• Oversee the entire software development lifecycle, from concept to deployment, ensuring adherence to quality standards and timelines.
• Manage and mentor a diverse team of software engineers and project managers, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Develop and manage the product engineering budget, optimizing resource allocation and ensuring cost-effectiveness.
• Lead change management initiatives within the engineering organization, effectively communicating changes and ensuring smooth transitions.
• Drive group problem-solving efforts, leveraging diverse perspectives to overcome technical challenges and deliver innovative solutions.
• Influence stakeholders across various departments, including product management, sales, and marketing, to ensure alignment and successful product delivery.
• Inspire and motivate the engineering team, fostering a high-performance culture and promoting professional growth.
• Negotiate with vendors and partners to secure resources, technologies, and services essential for product development.
• Ensure efficient project delivery, utilizing methodologies such as the Waterfall Model where appropriate, and consistently meeting project milestones and deliverables.
• Oversee the continuous improvement of software development processes and practices.

What you'll need

• 18+ years of overall experience and at least 12 years of leadership experience.
• Proven experience in a senior leadership role within product engineering or software development.
• Extensive experience with budget management and financial oversight for engineering departments.
• Demonstrated expertise in change management within a dynamic technological environment.
• Exceptional communication, influencing, and negotiation skills.
• Strong ability in group problem solving and leading teams to successful resolutions.
• A track record of being inspirational, motivating, and developing high-performing teams.
• Expertise in people management, including hiring, coaching, and performance management.
• Demonstrated success in project delivery, consistently bringing products to market on time and within budget.
• Deep understanding of software development principles and practices.
• Extensive experience in software engineering, including architecture, design, and implementation.
• Familiarity with various project management methodologies, including the Waterfall Model.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Details

• Location: Bangalore / Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.
• Hybrid work model for office-based roles.
• Flexible work arrangements, including work from anywhere for up to 8 weeks per year.