[Hiring] Vice President, Software Engineering @Vontier

Role Description

The Vice President, Software Engineering is a pivotal role within Vontier's Convenience Retail business, spearheading the global engineering organization dedicated to retail solutions technologies. This encompasses a broad spectrum of products and systems, from cloud IoT to on-premise devices and systems.

• Lead and inspire a diverse global engineering team across multiple locations, including the US, Argentina, Europe, and India.
• Oversee a significant business portfolio, supporting a global operation with substantial revenue streams.
• Craft and execute a cohesive technology vision and architectural roadmap, encompassing all facets of engineering, software development, DevOps, ProdOps, QA Automation, and maintenance for critical product lines.
• Collaborate closely with the CTO, General Managers, and other key executives to develop and implement the Retail Technology vision, ensuring the delivery of next-generation retail solutions to the global market.

Travel Requirement: Up to 15%

Qualifications

• A minimum of 10+ years in a leadership role within the retail solutions sector or within a pure play tech company.
• Deep knowledge of leading technology providers and modern cloud systems in the industry.
• Executive presence with a proven track record of engaging with large customers and peers.
• Exceptional communication skills, capable of executive-level presentations.
• Experience managing large engineering teams (100-250+).
• A history of developing innovative large-scale solutions, including next-gen POS applications, IoT, and cloud-based systems that are well architected and scalable.
• A comprehensive understanding of industry security standards and PCI certifications.
• Expertise in leading software development on cloud-native systems utilizing modern architectural patterns.
• Familiarity with contemporary tech stacks, including front end, back end, Cloud, and various database technologies.

Requirements

• Software and Tech Strategy: Develop and align software strategies with business objectives, ensuring organizational and resource alignment for successful delivery.
• Leadership: Provide clear direction and mentorship as part of the global Engineering Management Team, fostering a high-performing software organization.
• Commercial Acumen: Maintain a commercial focus, implementing cost-effective product development strategies within the retail solutions domain.
• Innovation: Drive innovation within software engineering and development processes, staying abreast of new technologies and methodologies.
• Software Development & Delivery: Demonstrate a strong technical foundation in software and firmware development, ensuring high-quality, secure, and compliant solutions.
• Quality Management: Uphold exceptional quality standards for software and firmware, overseeing comprehensive test strategies and quality objectives.

Benefits

• The base compensation range for this position is $235k - $300k per annum.
• Eligibility to participate in annual and long-term incentive plans.
• Eligibility to participate in an annual bonus plan.
• Premium suite of health and wellness programs, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Programs for family planning, managing diabetes, women's health, and support for adult and elder care.
• Paid parental leave.
• A generous 401(k) plan with matching company contributions.
• Paid time off up to 15 days each year, 13 paid holidays (including 3 floating holidays), and paid sick leave.