Vice President of Engineering, Amper

• Proven experience as a senior engineering leader (VP Engineering, Head of Engineering, CTO or similar role) in an early-stage SaaS or technology company
• Demonstrated success scaling engineering teams and platforms in high-growth environments, ideally from $5M to $50M+ in revenue
• Expertise in modern software development methodologies, tools, and frameworks, with a focus on SaaS platforms
• Proven experience applying AI/ML technologies to solve complex business challenges, preferably in decisioning, automation, or workflow optimization
• Strong understanding of AI model development, deployment, and governance, with the ability to translate technical AI capabilities into tangible business value
• Strong understanding of cloud infrastructure, DevOps practices, and GRC/InfoSec
• Excellent leadership and team-building skills, with a track record of creating and maintaining a high-performing engineering culture
• Strategic thinker with the ability to balance technical innovation with business priorities
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to inspire and align cross-functional teams
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

Desirable

• We are seeking a driven and innovative Vice President of Engineering to lead and scale our engineering team
• Starting with a talented group of five engineers, you will drive team growth, doubling and tripling its size over the next two years
• In this role, you will shape our technical strategy, strengthen our engineering culture, and guide the development of our product and infrastructure to support our growth
• This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact and help define the technical foundation of our company
• We support flexible work while valuing the collaboration and speed that come from working together in person
• Define and execute the technology roadmap in alignment with company objectives
• Lead the development and integration of AI-driven features to enhance decisioning and process automation capabilities within our solutions
• Partner with product and data science teams to identify opportunities where AI can drive efficiency, scalability, and improved outcomes for customers
• Recruit, develop, and retain top engineering talent, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability
• Scale the engineering team from its current size to support the company’s growth objectives, ensuring team structures and processes evolve effectively
• Ensure the scalability, reliability, and security of the company’s SaaS platform to support revenue growth from $6M to $50M and beyond
• Drive high-quality product development at a high velocity, ensuring we deliver innovative solutions that meet customer needs and keep us ahead in the market
• Oversee the implementation of best practices in software development, architecture, and infrastructure
• Partner with Product, Sales, and Customer Success teams to deliver high-quality features that meet customer needs and drive revenue growth
• Act as a technology evangelist, effectively communicating engineering goals and milestones to stakeholders
• Implement and refine processes to improve development velocity, code quality, and operational efficiency
• Manage the engineering budget, ensuring optimal allocation of resources