Vice President of Engineering, Data Cloud

The Company is in search of a Vice President of Engineering for its Data Cloud division. This executive will be at the forefront of a transformative initiative, leading a large team of systems and software engineers in the modernization and strategic evolution of the data infrastructure. The successful candidate will be a visionary leader with a proven track record in large-scale engineering, and a deep understanding of modern data technologies. Responsibilities include driving the design and execution of core platforms, fostering a culture of urgency and speed, and overseeing the end-to-end development of data products. The role demands a leader with a strong technical background, an outside-in perspective on industry trends, and the ability to integrate with strategic external partners. Candidates for this role at the company should have a Bachelor's degree in a technical field, with an advanced degree being highly preferred. A minimum of 12 years of software engineering experience, including at least 5 years in an executive leadership role, is required. The ideal candidate will have a background in change management, a pragmatic approach to problem-solving, and the ability to balance architectural ideals with business realities. The role also requires a leader who can inspire and scale a large engineering organization, attract top-tier talent, and instill a culture of high operational urgency and healthy debate. Experience in modern data domain, including cloud-native architectures and distributed infrastructure, is essential, as is a strong focus on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.