VP of Engineering, Data & AI

At Workiva, we're looking for a Vice President of Engineering to lead our Data and Artificial Intelligence (AI) initiatives. In this role, you will drive the design, architecture, and scaling of our data infrastructure and AI solutions, contributing to the future of our platform. You'll collaborate across the organization to deliver innovative, high-impact solutions that align with both technical and business goals, ensuring ethical use of AI and data across our systems. As a leader in our data strategy, you'll guide teams in building scalable, reliable systems that support Workiva's long-term growth. This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact by applying your leadership and technical expertise to create transformative, data-driven solutions that deliver unprecedented value to our customers and partners.

What You'll Do

• Develop and execute the vision and strategy for data, AI, and machine learning within the Workiva platform, ensuring alignment with the company’s broader goals

• Build and lead teams of Data Engineers, Data Infrastructure Engineers, Data Architects, AI/ML Engineers, and Data Scientists

• Oversee the design, architecture, development, and scaling of new data systems and platforms

• Ensure seamless integration of new solutions into our existing platform and products

• Collaborate with Product leadership to drive innovation, ensuring that data-driven insights are fully integrated into our platform and customer experiences

• Lead Workiva’s AI/ML initiatives and guide the growth of our data strategy, ensuring alignment with our overall data platform vision

• Champion the secure and ethical use of data and AI within all engineering initiatives, promoting accountability and high standards

• Understand customer, business, and market needs to deliver capabilities that drive business growth

• Define and monitor the health of the data ecosystem, setting up systems for complete monitoring, critical alerts, and data quality improvements

• Incorporate essential nonfunctional requirements, such as data quality, governance, lifecycle management, and compliance

• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and accountability, inspiring teams to achieve excellence

• Attract, develop, and retain top talent, promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion across the team

What You'll Need

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent combination of education and experience

• 15+ years of experience leading engineering or technical teams, with a focus on data-driven roles

• Experience working cross-functionally with product, engineering, marketing, and business leaders to deliver impactful, data-driven solutions

• A strong commitment to the secure and ethical use of AI and data within engineering practices

• Experience leading teams focused on data, AI/ML, and data architecture at scale within a large organization

• Deep expertise in designing and scaling data platforms in a B2B SaaS environment

• Experience with modern data practices, including AI, machine learning, data science, and data ecosystems

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven track record of leading engineering teams through transformation, building data capabilities, and turning data insights into business value

• Strategic thinker with the ability to align data and AI initiatives with broader business objectives

• Strong leadership and communication skills, with a passion for inspiring teams and driving forward-thinking strategies

• MBA or equivalent advanced degree

Travel Requirements & Working Conditions

• Up to 25% travel 

• Reliable internet access for any period of time working remotely and not in a Workiva office

How You’ll Be Rewarded

✅ A discretionary bonus typically paid annually

✅ Restricted Stock Units granted at time of hire

✅ 401(k) match and comprehensive employee benefits package

The salary range represents the low and high end of the salary range for this job in the US. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience and other relevant factors.

Workiva is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.  We believe that great minds think differently.  We value diversity of backgrounds, beliefs, and interests, and we recognize diversity as an important source of intellectual thought, varied perspective, and innovation.  Employment decisions are made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other protected characteristic.  We strongly encourage and welcome people from historically marginalized groups to apply.

Workiva is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. To request assistance with the application process, please email talentacquisition@workiva.com.
 

Workiva employees are required to undergo comprehensive security and privacy training tailored to their roles, ensuring adherence to company policies and regulatory standards.

Workiva supports employees in working where they work best - either from an office or remotely from any location within their country of employment.