Director, Software Development

Company Description

Vention helps some of the most innovative manufacturing companies automate their production floor in just a few days. Vention's online-first manufacturing automation platform (MAP) enables its clients to design, automate, order, and deploy manufacturing equipment directly from their web browser.

Vention is headquartered in Montreal, Canada, with offices in Berlin and Boston, and is used in over 3,000 factories on 5 continents. As one of Canada’s Most Admired Cultures and Great Place to Work, we are a performance driven culture that cares deeply about happiness. We like ambitious goals, facts & data, and constructive debates. But at the same time, we know that we can’t repeatedly push ourselves if we are not surrounded by an uplifting and caring work environment. Those two sides of our culture, feed each other and are safeguarded with the same level of attention. Our values & principles include:

• We make our clients successful - we do what’s right for our customers, even when it makes our roles more challenging.
• We execute and deliver - we set ambitious goals for ourselves and are energized about meeting them.
• We debate, then commit - we challenge our own perspectives and ideas in pursuit of the best solutions.
• We innovate to inspire - we value innovation in products, user experiences, and business practices.
• We collaborate to achieve more - we work as one team to achieve more than we would on our own.
• We empower our people to reach their full potential - we hold ourselves to high standards but know when to celebrate progress & achievements

Job Description

As the Engineering Director for the Web & Ecommerce Team at Vention, you will be responsible for overseeing the development and delivery of our ecommerce platform. You will lead a talented group of engineers, working closely with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to drive the technical vision and strategy of our ecommerce solutions. Your leadership and technical expertise will be critical in ensuring the successful execution of projects, fostering a collaborative environment, and achieving our business goals.

Responsibilities:

1. Direct 2 teams of engineers, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to foster professional growth and achieve high-performance.
2. Collaborate closely with product managers and designers to define and prioritize the engineering roadmap for the ecommerce platform.
3. Drive the technical vision, architecture, and design of our ecommerce solutions, ensuring scalability, performance, and security.
4. Set clear goals and objectives for the team, monitor progress, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality software solutions.
5. Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the team, promoting best practices and ensuring effective knowledge sharing.
6. Work closely with cross-functional teams, including marketing, operations, and customer support, to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
7. Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in ecommerce and engineering management, applying relevant knowledge to drive innovation within the team.
8. Collaborate with the talent acquisition team to attract, hire, and onboard top engineering talent, ensuring the team has the necessary skills and resources to deliver on its objectives.
9. Ensure adherence to engineering processes, coding standards, and quality assurance practices, driving a culture of excellence and maintaining high software quality.

Qualifications

1. Proven experience as an engineering leader and managing software engineering teams.
2. Strong technical background in software development, with expertise in ecommerce platforms, web technologies, and cloud-based architectures. Experience with JavaScript or Ruby on Rails is a plus.
3. Solid understanding of agile software development methodologies and best practices.
4. Excellent leadership and management skills, with a track record of building and developing high-performing engineering teams.
5. Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders, driving alignment and delivering on business objectives.
6. Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
7. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
8. Experience with modern software development tools, version control systems, and project management platforms.

Additional Information

How We Take Care of You

• Flexible paid time off and remote work policies
• Complimentary beverages and snacks so that you are fueled and ready for your day
• Global comprehensive health plans so you feel your best
• Career growth opportunities. Your future matters.
• Fun-filled social events curated based on diverse interests for our team to celebrate together. From sponsored sports teams to trivia nights
• Time off to volunteer and give back to your community.

What to Expect in Your Interview

• Initial Call
• Meet the Team
• Challenge
• Decision & Offer

‍Commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity

Our culture is an uplifting environment for high achievers. The fast-paced, high-performance environment will give you the opportunity to build products, processes and strategies that will have a lasting impact.

When you join Vention, you join a team of professionals with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives. Together, we strive to nurture a supportive and inclusive work environment for all. We push each other to achieve extraordinary results and forge long term relationships as a result of the intensity and passion. 

We’re passionate about helping you do your best work. Claim your seat and find out what you can do!

If you're unsure if your experience perfectly matches our job posting, we encourage you to apply anyway! We are happy to chat and get to know you better while you can understand the role as well.