We are looking for someone from a startup where your role was broad & deep!
This role oversees hardware engineering, firmware engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering & Quality teams
This role also oversees web / cloud application development and DevOps / IAC
Proven experience in software delivery, DevOps, CI/CD and IaC practices
Proven experience with public cloud providers, particularly AWS and/or Azure
Strong understanding of Cloud Native architecture and scaling
All with an eye for delivering secure solutions (spanning hardware, software & cloud)
Expertise in digital security technologies, secure hardware design, authentication protocols, and encryption methods
Experience working on global digital security and identification product solutions development would be a big plus. (Our product spans hardware, software, & cloud)
KORE1, a nationwide provider of staffing and recruiting solutions, has an immediate opening for a VP of Engineering: secure / security-based hardware, firmware, & software products, DevOps / IaC / Cloud
As the Vice President (VP) of Engineering, you will play a pivotal global role in driving technical innovation, overseeing the development of secure and reliable software solutions, and leading a diverse team of skilled engineers to deliver cutting-edge products and services worldwide. Your strategic leadership and expertise in digital security and identification will be instrumental in shaping the future of our company and ensuring its continued success.
Detailed Responsibilities:
Provide visionary leadership to the engineering division on a global scale and across a variety of cultures
Drive innovation and continuous process improvement across teams and disciplines
Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities to empower engineers to reach their full potential
Define and execute the technical strategy that aligns with our global objectives and positions us as a leader in physical security and identification
Collaborate closely with engineering teams across different regions, fostering a cohesive and collaborative work environment
Drive seamless integration of software and hardware components, ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality solutions worldwide
Oversee and manage interdisciplinary engineering projects
Monitor progress, mitigate risks, and ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget, considering diverse regulatory environments and cultural nuances
Build a strategic technology roadmap to support our product roadmap for many years.
Ensure compliance with relevant global industry standards, regulations, and certifications related to digital security and identification
Effectively communicate with executive leadership and stakeholders across different regions, providing updates on engineering initiatives, progress, and performance
Contribute to strategic decision-making and resource allocation to support global growth
Bring your deep expertise in digital security and identification technologies to bear, including encryption methods, biometrics, authentication protocols, secure hardware design, and secure communication protocols
Ensure our products and solutions meet the highest international standards of security and compliance
Required Skills Needed to be Considered:
Bachelor's (or Master's) degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field
Knowledge of international industry standards and regulations related to cybersecurity (e.g. FIPS, Common Criteria), regulatory compliance (FCC, CE) and industry certifications (UL).
Preference for strong focus on global digital security and identification product solutions development experience
10+ years of progressive experience in engineering (to include extensive team leadership for teams - whether direct or indirect - of 20)
Proven track record of successful leadership and management of engineering teams on an international scale, driving technical excellence and innovation
Proven track record of developing highly performant projects using both Agile and Waterfall methodologies
Deep knowledge of both software, firmware and hardware development processes
This role oversees hardware engineering, firmware engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering & Quality teams
This role also oversees web / cloud application development and DevOps / IAC
Proven experience in software delivery, DevOps, CI/CD and IaC practices
Proven experience with public cloud providers, particularly AWS and/or Azure
Strong understanding of Cloud Native architecture and scaling
All with an eye for delivering secure solutions (spanning hardware, software & cloud)
Expertise in digital security technologies, secure hardware design, authentication protocols, and encryption methods
Strong understanding of product design and architecture concepts and their integration with hardware and software systems
Demonstrated ability to review and contribute to product specifications and architecture especially for hardware product certification/testing according to regulatory standards
Demonstrated ability to work across technologies and disciplines
Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse cultural backgrounds
Strategic thinker with the ability to align engineering initiatives with global business goals and varying market demands
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities in a global context
Proven ability to adapt to a fast-paced, dynamic international environment and manage multiple global priorities
Compensation depends on experience but is typically $200 - 250K. Unfortunately there's no bonus or equity offered at this time. We are willing to send qualified candidates over budget!