Vice President of Software Engineering - Remote

For our client, we are seeking a Vice President of Software Engineering - Remote to join the team of a leader in the Information Technology space. This leader will guide a distributed engineering organization responsible for architecture, delivery, and technical standards across the software development lifecycle. The role will also shape modern engineering practices, including DevSecOps, CI/CD, and the thoughtful use of AI-enabled tools. This is a high-impact opportunity to influence technical excellence, mentor engineering talent, and strengthen scalable, secure solutions in a mission-driven environment. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available Compensation: $191,100 – $344,000 annually Responsibilities Provide hands-on technical leadership for software engineering teams, focusing on architecture and best practices Lead the end-to-end agile software development lifecycle leveraging AI-driven tools Drive the adoption of modern engineering practices, including DevSecOps and CI/CD methodologies Mentor engineers through technical coaching and architecture reviews Evaluate and govern the implementation of AI technologies throughout the software development process Foster a culture of innovation and data-driven decision-making within teams Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure scalable and secure solutions Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field 15+ years of progressive technical experience in software engineering 7+ years of leadership experience managing software development teams using agile methods and AI tools Experience defining software architecture and design standards Proven success leading remote and distributed teams with capacity for technical mentorship Benefits Culture of continuous learning and innovation Opportunities for technical growth and leadership development Ability to influence engineering excellence initiatives Commitment to modern, AI-assisted development practices Engagement in high-impact, mission-driven engineering efforts Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.