[Hiring] VP, Product Engineering & Developer Experience @QTC Management, Inc.

Role Description

Do you crave a career that truly makes an impact in people’s lives? Do you thrive on problem-solving and finding solutions? Join a dedicated, tight-knit team that creates an immediate and meaningful impact every day. Leidos QTC Health Services (LQTC) is seeking a VP, Product Engineering & Developer Experience to support our Chief Product Office. This executive leader will serve as the Chief Developer and champion of a Developer-First approach, responsible for delivering software capabilities that power and scale a large healthcare services business. This role owns the strategy and execution of product engineering across the enterprise, ensuring that technology enables operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and exceptional customer and patient outcomes. This role leads Product Engineering and Developer Experience functions, partnering closely with Platform Engineering, Architecture, Security, and Infrastructure leaders. This is a fully remote role with up to 25% travel required.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead Product Engineering at Enterprise Scale
• Own end-to-end delivery of product engineering capabilities supporting a large healthcare services operation
• Oversee application development, modernization, and sustainment across a complex portfolio of healthcare systems
• Drive cloud-native development and legacy system transformation to improve scalability, performance, and agility
• Champion a Developer-First Culture
• Establish and lead a Developer-First engineering ecosystem that maximizes developer productivity and innovation
• Define engineering standards, reusable patterns, and “golden paths” that accelerate delivery and reduce friction
• Act as the voice of developers, ensuring tools, platforms, and processes are intuitive, efficient, and scalable
• Deliver Mission-Critical Healthcare Solutions
• Translate mission priorities, accessibility, quality, and timeliness of care, into scalable technology solutions
• Enable systems that support high-volume workflows, including scheduling, case management, diagnostics, and reporting
• Drive measurable improvements in service delivery, patient experience, and operational efficiency
• Drive Product & Engineering Integration
• Partner with Product, Operations, and Business leaders to define product vision, roadmaps, and priorities
• Align engineering execution with business objectives, customer needs, and growth strategies
• Ensure seamless collaboration across cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact solutions
• Modernize and Transform Technology
• Lead enterprise-wide digital transformation initiatives, including cloud migration and application modernization
• Implement DevSecOps, automation, and AI/ML-driven capabilities to accelerate innovation
• Continuously evaluate and adopt emerging technologies to maintain competitive advantage
• Ensure Security, Compliance, and Quality
• Embed secure-by-design and compliant-by-default practices into all engineering processes
• Ensure systems meet healthcare regulatory requirements and enterprise security standards
• Establish and monitor metrics for engineering quality, reliability, and performance
• Build and Lead High-Performing Teams
• Recruit, develop, and retain top engineering and product talent
• Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Mentor leaders and teams to operate effectively in a mission-driven environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (advanced degree preferred)
• 20+ years of relevant experience in software engineering
• Senior leadership in product engineering experience
• Proven success delivering technology solutions that support large-scale business operations or mission-critical systems
• Cloud & Platform Expertise: Deep experience with cloud platforms, particularly AWS, including cloud-native architecture, scalability, and modernization
• Enterprise Platform Experience: Hands-on experience delivering solutions using platforms such as Salesforce, including low-code/no-code application development and integration
• Healthcare Systems Expertise: Experience implementing or integrating Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems or similar healthcare technologies in regulated environments
• Deep expertise in modern software development practices, including DevSecOps, CI/CD, and automation
• Strong understanding of developer experience and how to optimize engineering productivity
• Experience working in regulated environments (healthcare, government, or similar preferred)
• Knowledge of AI/ML, cybersecurity, and secure software development practices
• Demonstrated ability to align engineering strategy with business and mission outcomes
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Advanced certifications in AWS, Azure, Salesforce, or similar platforms
• Ability to obtain Public Trust clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s or PhD in a related field
• Experience in healthcare or government health services
• Active DoD Secret clearance

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Health and Wellness programs
• Income Protection
• Paid Leave
• Retirement

Company Description

Leidos QTC Health Services collaborates closely with government and non-government customers to address current and future program needs within the health services domain. We specialize in disability-focused medical examinations, independent medical exams and review services, occupational health services, diagnostic testing, and case management solutions. As innovators, we focus on advancing technologies that improve service delivery, with a particular emphasis on enhancing accessibility for examinees in rural communities. With a proven track record of continuous improvement and steady growth, we now handle over 2 million appointments annually. Visit www.qtcm.com for more information.