We are seeking a highly skilled VP of Engineering to lead our global engineering teams, overseeing the development and delivery of Faria’s key products. Reporting to the Chief Technology and Product Officer (CTPO), based in London, you will manage 6-7 engineering managers who lead teams totaling approximately 80 software and QA engineers. You will drive the engineering strategy, ensure high-quality product delivery, and align engineering initiatives with business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- To lead, mentor, and manage a distributed engineering organization, focusing on career development, performance, and collaboration across teams in multiple regions.
- Develop and implement engineering strategies that support the company's product roadmap, ensuring alignment with the overall business goals.
- Drive engineering excellence by promoting best practices in software development, continuous integration, testing, and deployment.
- Inspire continuous improvement in engineering practices, tools, and processes across geographically distributed teams.
- Collaborate closely with the leaders of Product Management to ensure the timely delivery of products that meet customer needs.
- Partner with regional Sales VPs and global leaders in Customer Experience and Customer Support to understand market demands and improve product quality and customer satisfaction.
- Oversee resource planning, budgeting, and prioritization of engineering efforts to meet company goals.
- Maintain a culture of innovation, accountability, and high performance within the engineering teams.
- Ensure the scalability and reliability of our platform as the company continues to grow globally.
Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
- Proven experience as a VP of Engineering or in a senior engineering leadership role in a SaaS or technology-driven company.
- Strong track record of managing and scaling culturally diverse, geographically distributed teams of 80+ engineers, including software and QA professionals.
- Deep expertise in software engineering, architecture, and best practices for building scalable and reliable products.
- Experience working closely with product management, sales, and customer-facing teams to align engineering efforts with business objectives.
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to mentor and inspire engineering managers and their teams.
- Excellent communication skills with English fluency, and ability to collaborate with stakeholders and colleagues across different regions and functions.
- Hands-on technical background with a deep understanding of modern software development practices, cloud infrastructure, and DevOps methodologies.
- Familiarity with Agile or similar methodologies for product development.
- Ability to travel occasionally to meet with distributed teams and stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications & Experience
- Experience in EdTech or related industries.
- Understanding of data analytics and dashboard-driven products.
DISCRIMINATION DECLARATION
All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, creed, colour, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, or sex.
Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted due to a high volume of applicants.
Benefits
- Competitive salary, plus eligibility for variable compensation plan
- Monthly Health & Wellness Allowance
- Office lunch & team socials
- Professional Development Budget
ABOUT FARIA EDUCATION GROUP
At Faria Education Group, we are dedicated to reaching every learner and inspiring every educator. As the trusted partner of over 10,000 schools and 4 million students in 155 countries, we lead the way in international education systems and services.
We offer an integrated suite that supports all aspects of curriculum management, teaching and learning, admissions, and school-to-home communications. With an unwavering commitment to innovation, our technology is designed with rigorous standards for data protection and security, ensuring first-class training and support for modern international schools.
Through our innovative online courses and revision programs, we provide comprehensive educational experiences. Our offerings include the IB Diploma and Cambridge online courses, bringing high-quality education to schools and homes worldwide.
Join us in our commitment to transforming education and empowering communities globally. Explore our services, including ManageBac, OpenApply, Atlas, SchoolsBuddy, Pamoja, Wolsey Hall, and Oxford Study Courses.
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