Vice President, Software Engineering & Product Development
MontrealOverview
Our client is seeking an experienced and strategic Vice President of Software Engineering & Product Development to lead the evolution of enterprise software platforms, cloud technologies, and AI-driven solutions within a growing technology organization.
This executive leadership role is responsible for overseeing engineering, product development, cloud modernization, AI strategy, platform scalability, and operational excellence across complex enterprise environments. The ideal candidate will balance innovation with stability while driving long-term technology strategy, modern architecture practices, and customer-focused product delivery.
As a key member of the executive leadership team, this individual will play a critical role in shaping technology direction, product strategy, operational scalability, and organizational growth.Key Responsibilities
Technology & Platform Leadership
• Define and execute long-term technology and product strategies across cloud, hybrid, and enterprise software environments
• Lead platform modernization initiatives including cloud-native architecture, API-first design, automation, and scalable infrastructure
• Establish engineering and architectural standards focused on performance, scalability, security, and maintainability
• Drive engineering excellence through DevSecOps, CI/CD, automation, observability, and modern development practices
• Ensure reliable, secure, and scalable SaaS operations with strong release governance and operational discipline
• Oversee the modernization of legacy platforms while minimizing customer disruption
AI Strategy & Data Enablement
• Develop and implement practical AI and data strategies aligned with business and customer needs
• Identify and prioritize AI use cases that improve operational efficiency, automation, analytics, and decision support
• Ensure data architecture and governance frameworks support scalable AI and analytics initiatives
• Promote responsible AI practices including transparency, governance, privacy, and security
Product & Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Partner with Product Management and business leaders to align roadmaps with customer priorities and market demands
• Collaborate with Customer Success, Professional Services, and Operations teams on strategic initiatives and enterprise deployments
• Participate in executive-level customer engagements and long-term strategic planning
• Provide technology leadership that supports customer value and business growth
Leadership & Organizational Development
• Lead and develop senior leaders across Engineering, Product Development, QA, DevOps, Security, Architecture, and Cloud Operations
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement
• Oversee workforce planning, recruitment, succession planning, and leadership development
• Support ongoing team development in cloud technologies, AI, cybersecurity, and modern engineering practices
Security, Governance & Operations
• Provide executive oversight for security, compliance, risk management, and operational governance
• Ensure systems and processes meet enterprise standards for resilience, privacy, and scalability
• Proactively manage technical and operational risks related to infrastructure, applications, and customer environments
• Lead budgeting, vendor management, and technology investment planning
Executive Leadership
• Represent technology and product functions at the executive leadership level
• Communicate roadmap progress, priorities, risks, and strategic recommendations to stakeholders
• Contribute to corporate strategy through technology, product, and innovation leadershipQualifications
Required Experience
• 15+ years of experience in software engineering, enterprise technology, or SaaS platform leadership
• 5+ years in executive or senior technology leadership roles
• Proven experience leading cloud modernization and enterprise platform transformation initiatives
• Strong expertise in APIs, microservices, DevSecOps, cloud infrastructure, and enterprise integrations
• Experience leading and scaling technical organizations including engineering, architecture, and operations teams
• Strong understanding of enterprise software delivery and large-scale SaaS environments
Preferred Experience
• Experience integrating AI or machine learning capabilities into enterprise platforms
• Exposure to complex enterprise ecosystems and large-scale integrations
• Experience within scaling or modernization-focused technology organizations
• Multi-region or international technology leadership experience
Education
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• Master’s degree or MBA is considered an asset
Preferred Certifications
• Cloud architecture certifications (Azure, AWS, OCI, or equivalent)
• Security certifications such as CISSP or CISM
• Agile, DevOps, or product leadership certifications
Tools & Technologies
• Cloud platforms and enterprise infrastructure technologies
• CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and orchestration tools
• DevOps and observability platforms
• AI-assisted development and productivity tools
• Enterprise databases, analytics, and API management solutions
• Project management and collaboration platforms
Key Skills & Competencies
• Executive leadership across large technical organizations
• SaaS architecture and cloud modernization expertise
• Strategic technology planning and operational governance
• DevSecOps, automation, and secure development practices
• AI strategy and enterprise technology innovation
• Financial management, budgeting, and vendor oversight
• Strong executive communication and stakeholder influence
• Customer-centric and business-focused mindset
• Organizational transformation and change leadership
What We’re Looking For
• A visionary technology leader who can balance innovation with operational excellence
• A collaborative executive with strong business and technical acumen
• A strategic thinker capable of driving modernization and scalable growth
• A leader who can inspire teams, strengthen customer trust, and deliver measurable business impact