Vice President of Engineering, Output
$250-320k
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Creative software platform for music makers
Job no longer available
Creative software platform for music makers
21-100 employees
Job no longer available
$250-320k
More information about location
21-100 employees
Company mission
To give music producers all the tools they need to create amazing new music, sounds, and reach new inspiration.
Role
Who you are
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. Master's degree preferred
- Proven experience (minimum 8 years) in leading a software engineering function in both early/mid-stage startups and established businesses, with a focus on high-velocity development and complex product architectures
- 8-10 years experience in several of the following languages, frameworks and technologies - Typescript, Node, C++, Ruby/Rails, GraphQL, Postgres, Python, devops, security, CI/CD
- 5+ years experience leading teams who are building in several of the following areas - client applications, web applications, backend services, machine learning, audio, data engineering, data science, R&D, system architecture, recommendation systems, etc
- 5+ years experience in cloud computing including GCP, AWS, Heroku, etc
- Experience shipping production products and services to 100,000+ users
- Deep passion for music technology and understanding of the music industry landscape
- Experience with AI and machine learning technologies is highly desirable
- Excellent leadership and mentorship skills, with the ability to inspire and guide engineering leaders and team members. Demonstrated ability to foster collaboration, facilitate decision-making, and resolve conflicts
- Experience with agile development methodologies, project management, and cross-functional collaboration. Ability to balance speed and quality in software delivery
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate technical concepts effectively to non-technical stakeholders and resolve conflict between partners
- Visionary mindset with the ability to advocate for initiatives that will have lasting impact and drive the company's future direction
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced startup environment with a high degree of autonomy and adaptability
What the job involves
- Output is seeking a dynamic and experienced VP of Engineering to lead our engineering function
- Reporting directly to the CEO and working closely with the Executive Team, the successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing a diverse team of 25 engineers covering Backend, Frontend, R&D, QA, Data, and Web engineering
- This role is integral to our executive team and requires strong leadership skills, technical expertise, and a deep passion for music technology
- Leadership and Vision: Provide strategic direction and leadership to the engineering team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. Advocate for initiatives that will have lasting impact and contribute to the future direction of the company
- Team Management and Mentorship: Manage and mentor engineering leaders, providing guidance and support to facilitate their growth and development. Foster an environment of learning and mentorship within the engineering organization
- Technical Oversight and Guidance: Provide technical guidance and expertise, ensuring the successful execution of engineering projects while empowering team members to make autonomous decisions. Collaborate with engineering leaders to ensure alignment with company goals and priorities
- Operations Management: Budgeting, procurement, and oversight of tools and services essential for efficient software development. Manage the streamlining of processes, negotiating of contracts, and optimizing resource allocation across a large stack of tools and services, ensuring operational efficiency
- Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with the VP, Product and other cross-functional leaders to align engineering efforts with product roadmap priorities and business objectives. Facilitate collaboration and communication across teams to drive successful outcomes
- Process Improvement and Velocity: Drive process improvements within the engineering function, optimizing workflows, and implementing agile methodologies to increase efficiency and productivity. Advocate for the adoption of tools and technologies that enhance team effectiveness without unnecessary bureaucracy
- Quality Assurance and Decision Making: Maintain a balance between speed and quality, ensuring the reliability, scalability, and performance of our software products. Facilitate fair decision-making processes and collaborate with stakeholders to prioritize initiatives that deliver maximum value
- Innovation and Future Vision: Contribute to the development of the company's technical strategy and roadmap, identifying opportunities for innovation and growth. Stay informed about industry trends and emerging technologies, providing insights into where the music industry is heading
- Team Health and Happiness: Foster a positive and inclusive work environment, prioritizing the well-being and happiness of team members. Promote a culture of empathy, collaboration, and mutual respect
- Technical Thought Leadership: Lead efforts in external technical evangelism, representing Output in public forums, online communities, and industry events. Proactively engage in thought leadership activities such as writing articles, participating in podcasts, and speaking at conferences, to showcase our technical prowess and promote our brand as a leader in the music technology space
Our take
Output creates software for musicians. The platform aims to boost musical creativity and innovation by providing users with an endless range of instruments and sound manipulation tools. The company claims to be behind music created by and for famous names including Rihanna, Drake, Justin Timberlake, and Kendrick Lamar.
Founded by music composer Gregg Lehrman, the brand started by offering basic software for music makers working outside of a studio. The service has seen significant uptake from hobbyists and music enthusiasts, with a large portion of the company's income coming from Arcade, a database of music samples available for a monthly subscription fee.
Other providers such as Splice and Noiz exist and offer access to a library of music samples, but Output has now taken a more holistic approach. What started as software has now expanded into a suite of products, including instruments and even customised furniture. An AI music "co-producer" to spark creativity was launched in 2024, indicating Output's continued push for innovation.
Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
-20% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (1 round)
Oct 2020
$45m
SERIES A
Total funding: $45m
Company benefits
- We have embraced the “work from anywhere revolution” and will continue to hire all roles remotely unless otherwise stated
- Our Los Angeles office will remain open to those needing a space or looking for a place to collaborate with other teams
- Our culture has always valued our employee’s work-life balance and we offer 5 weeks of PTO
- Excellent health care
- Community of music enthusiasts- with access to our music studios (once it is safe to return)
Company HQ
Chinatown, Los Angeles, CA
Leadership
Gregg Lehrman
(CEO)Having studied at Cornell, they worked as an Assistant to Hans Zimmer and a Creative Director of Silkscreen Music. They spent 2 years as Executive Producer of Universal Music Publishing Group before founding Output in November 2013.
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