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Vice President of Engineering
Location: Remote - WestCoast US
Company Overview:
Our client is an innovative Y Combinator startup revolutionizing test automation with cutting-edge software using AI/ML. They empower engineering teams with intelligent, scalable, low-maintenance automation solutions to accelerate software delivery. As we experience rapid growth, we are seeking a VP of Engineering to lead and scale our engineering organization, drive technical strategy, and ensure our platform remains best-in-class.
Role Overview:
The VP of Engineering will be responsible for scaling and leading our engineering team through rapid growth. This individual must be familiar with JavaScript, Node.js, and MongoDB and have a strong track record of building and managing high-performing engineering teams in a fast-paced startup environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Build and scale Engineering Teams—Recruit, mentor, and retain top engineering talent, growing the team efficiently while maintaining a strong engineering culture.
- Technical Leadership – Provide strategic direction for the platform’s architecture, ensuring scalability, security, and performance.
- Hands-on Oversight – Guide engineering teams in best practices for software development, CI/CD, and DevOps, ensuring rapid yet reliable releases.
- Cross-functional Collaboration – Partner closely with Product, Design, and GTM teams to align technical roadmaps with business objectives.
- Process Optimization – Establish and refine agile development processes to improve software delivery speed and quality.
Required Qualifications:
- 10 years of engineering experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
- Candidates preferred to be located on the West Coast (PST)
- Proven success scaling engineering teams rapidly in a startup or high-growth environment.
- Understanding of test automation, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps best practices.
- Track record of driving high-impact technical decisions and architectural improvements.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence executive teams and stakeholders.
- Passion for building a strong engineering culture that fosters innovation, collaboration, and growth.
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to lead and shape the engineering organization of a high-growth startup.
- Work on cutting-edge test automation technology in an innovative, fast-moving environment.
- Competitive compensation, equity, and benefits in a company poised for success.
- A collaborative, ambitious, and mission-driven team dedicated to changing the way engineering teams approach automation.
If you're a visionary engineering leader passionate about building high-performing teams and driving technical excellence in a fast-paced startup, we’d love to hear from you!
