Vice President of Research & Development Full Time

This is an exceptional leadership opportunity for an experienced technology executive who thrives at the intersection of innovation, strategy, and operational excellence. As Vice President of Research & Development, you will oversee a large multidisciplinary organization responsible for driving product innovation, modernization, and long-term business growth. Leading teams across engineering, product management, cloud operations, security, compliance, and AI initiatives, you will play a critical role in shaping technology strategy and transforming business objectives into scalable solutions. This position offers the chance to influence product direction, optimize development processes, and foster a high-performance culture across distributed teams. Working in a remote-first environment, you will collaborate with senior stakeholders while guiding complex initiatives that deliver lasting value to customers and the organization.

Accountabilities

• Lead and oversee a multidisciplinary R&D organization spanning Product Management, Engineering, Cloud Operations, Security & Compliance, and AI-driven initiatives.
• Translate business objectives and product requirements into actionable development strategies and execution plans.
• Drive product innovation, modernization, and transformation efforts while ensuring alignment with long-term business goals.
• Manage and mentor a large team of approximately 60-70 professionals across multiple locations, fostering collaboration, accountability, and professional growth.
• Ensure development projects are delivered on time, within budget, and according to established quality standards.
• Provide strategic direction for product roadmaps, technical architecture, and technology investments.
• Guide organizational transformation initiatives, leveraging emerging technologies and artificial intelligence to improve efficiency and competitiveness.
• Manage financial forecasting, budget planning, and profit-and-loss responsibilities for the R&D function.
• Build strong communication channels across departments to ensure alignment between technical teams and business stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with vendors, suppliers, and external technology partners.
• Monitor industry trends and emerging technologies to identify opportunities for innovation and market differentiation.
• Act as a key liaison between customers and internal teams, ensuring product strategies address evolving client needs and market demands.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline or equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.
• Minimum of 10 years of leadership experience in product management, software development, engineering management, or related technology functions.
• Proven track record of leading large-scale, cross-functional technology organizations and delivering complex product initiatives.
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies, software development lifecycles, and modern product development practices.
• Demonstrated experience managing distributed, remote, onsite, and offshore teams.
• Excellent business acumen with experience in strategic planning, budgeting, forecasting, and operational management.
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with executive leaders, customers, and technical teams.
• Advanced analytical, problem-solving, diagnostic, and decision-making capabilities.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize competing initiatives in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative leadership style with a focus on team development, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Experience with cloud technologies, artificial intelligence, product modernization, or digital transformation initiatives is highly desirable.
• Scrum Master, PMP, or related project management certifications are considered advantageous.
• Ability to travel internationally as needed, approximately 25-50%, with a valid passport and travel eligibility.

Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging from $130,000 to $155,000 CAD.
• Fully remote work environment with flexibility to work from anywhere in Canada.
• Three weeks of paid vacation.
• Five additional personal days annually.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on the first day of employment.
• Employee stock ownership opportunities.
• RRSP/401(k) matching programs.
• Lifestyle and wellness rewards.
• Exposure to large-scale technology transformation and innovation initiatives.
• Opportunities for leadership growth and long-term career advancement.
• Collaborative and supportive work culture focused on learning, development, and innovation.

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