VP, Engineering

The VP of Engineering will define, prioritize, and lead the daily executions of the software development and information technology teams. This person must create a team-oriented, problem-solving culture focused on ingenuity and performance.

A day in the life! 

You will be responsible for the following: 

• Build and lead high performing software development teams and information technology teams
• Develop a technology strategy and implementation plan that aligns to the business, product development, and architecture evolution plans
• Manage multiple projects using the Agile methodology
• Drive engineering improvement based on metrics and facts
• Create a culture of innovation to deliver a first in class product
• Collaborate across Solutions Management, Client Services, Marketing, Sales, and other teams
• Represent the Connected Networks Business Unit across WellSky as a Senior member of its leadership team
• Instill development best practice and that drive a high-quality result
• Mentor, train, and help grow the engineering management team
• Consistently demonstrate the values of continuous improvement, ownership, and transparency
• Set project priorities and coordinate the projects from development through implementation, including staffing requirements, work plans, deadlines, completeness, and adherence to established policies, procedures, and standards
• Drive architectural decisions that improve scalability, performance, and the overall user experience of the product
• Collaborate with Executive Management, Solutions Management, Marketing, Sales, and Client Services to competitively differentiate the product and resolve issues that affect success
• Foster a results-oriented, continuous-improvement environment based on Agile principles
• Help us continue to build a great product that will increase revenue and exceed customer expectations

Do you have what it takes? 

Required Qualifications: 

• 10-12 years related work experience
• 5-6 years people management and hands on engineering work experience
• Expert with the Scrum Methodology of the Agile software development process
• Possess strong software architecture and technology skills
• Capable of attracting, managing, retaining, and developing a diverse group of technology professionals
• Deadline-driven and self-motivated
• Works well in a constantly changing ambiguous environment 
• Proven success in scaling and leading a development organization
• Strong process and project/system management skills
• Ability to work as an effective leader and ability to develop working relationships needed to accomplish organizational goals
• Ability to solicit constructive input from and build consensus among groups and constituencies with differing priorities and perspectives
• Understand the current and evolving needs of existing and potential customers
• Have a strong technical and operational understanding of QA, production environment requirements, version control, and infrastructure
• Have exceptional problem-solving skills
• Experience building enterprise scale applications using the following technologies would be considered a plus - Ruby on Rails, PostgreSQL, HAML/ERB, jQuery, React, RSpec, Capybara and Redis.

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Additional job expectations applicable to this position include:

• Willingness to work additional or irregular hours as needed
• Working in accordance with corporate and organizational security policies and procedures
• Performing other responsibilities as assigned

WellSky is where independent thinking and collaboration come together to create an authentic culture. We thrive on innovation, inclusiveness, and cohesive perspectives. At WellSky you can make a difference.

WellSky provides equal employment opportunities to all people without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition, genetic information, military service, veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law. WellSky is proud to be a drug-free workplace.

Applicants for U.S.-based positions with WellSky must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Certain client-facing positions may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunizations and occupational health mandates.

Here are some of the exciting benefits full-time teammates are eligible to receive at WellSky:

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Mental health benefits through TelaDoc
• Prescription drug coverage
• Generous paid time off, plus 13 paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• 100% vested 401(K) retirement plans
• Educational assistance up to $2500 per year