About the role :

- 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 we're looking for :

- 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.