Position Overview:
We are seeking a dynamic Vice President of Engineering to lead our engineering organization through an exciting phase of growth and innovation. This role will drive strategic initiatives in public cloud adoption, Healthcare solutions, DevOps transformation, and AI-driven development. The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise with strong leadership skills and thrives in a fast-paced, matrixed healthcare technology setting.
Key Responsibilities :
- Define and execute engineering strategy aligned with Netsmart’s business objectives and growth plans.
Lead migration and optimization of platforms in public cloud environments; champion DevOps best practices for scalability and reliability.
Integrate AI-driven development approaches into product roadmaps to enhance performance and user experience.
Oversee development of medication-related projects and ensure compliance with healthcare standards.
Manage distributed teams, including our new Global Capability Center (GCC) in India, ensuring seamless communication and delivery.
Operate effectively in a matrix organization, partnering with Product, Operations, and Client Success teams.
Build and mentor high-performing engineering teams; foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Qualifications:
10+ years in software engineering leadership roles, with at least 3 years at VP or senior director level.
Proven success in public cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and DevOps practices.
Experience in healthcare technology strongly preferred.
Prior experience leading teams across geographies, including India.
Exposure to AI/ML development or integration into software products is highly desirable.
Exceptional ability to lead in a fast-paced, matrixed environment; strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field; or equivalent relevant experience
Why Join Netsmart?
Be part of a mission-driven organization transforming healthcare through technology.
Lead strategic initiatives in cloud, DevOps, and AI innovation.
Collaborate with talented teams in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment.
Netsmart is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer, providing equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates. All employment decisions at Netsmart, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, promotion and transfer, are based on performance, qualifications, abilities, education and experience. Netsmart does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, past or present military service, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.
Netsmart desires to provide a healthy and safe workplace and, as a government contractor, Netsmart is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal law. Pursuant to Netsmart policy, all post-offer candidates are required to successfully complete a pre-employment background check, including a drug screen, which is provided at Netsmart’s sole expense. In the event a candidate tests positive for a controlled substance, Netsmart will rescind the offer of employment unless the individual can provide proof of valid prescription to Netsmart’s third party screening provider.
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Skills Required
- 10+ years in software engineering leadership roles
- At least 3 years at VP or senior director level
- Proven success in public cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
- Experience in healthcare technology
- Leadership of teams across geographies, including India
- Exposure to AI/ML development
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field
NetSmart Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about NetSmart and has not been reviewed or approved by NetSmart.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Offerings include a designated mental wellness day, paid volunteer time, telehealth, wellness events, and free 1:1 sessions with counselors and coaches. These wellbeing resources are positioned as stronger than many employers.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage are paired with short- and long‑term disability and telehealth. The breadth of core health coverage aligns with a comprehensive package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO, paid holidays, paid volunteer time, and a designated mental wellness day are part of the offering, with some materials referencing flexible or unlimited PTO. This variety provides multiple avenues for time away.
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What We Do
Netsmart designs, builds and delivers electronic health records (EHRs), solutions and services that are powerful, intuitive and easy-to-use. Our platform provides accurate, up-to-date information that is easily accessible to care team members in behavioral health, care at home, senior living and social services. We make the complex simple and personalized so our clients can concentrate on what they do best: provide services and treatment that support whole-person care. By leveraging the powerful Netsmart network, care providers can seamlessly and securely integrate information across communities, collaborate on the most effective treatments and improve outcomes for those in their care. Our streamlined systems and personalized workflows put relevant information at the fingertips of users when and where they need it. For 50 years, Netsmart has been committed to providing a common platform to integrate care. SIMPLE. PERSONAL. POWERFUL. Our more than 2,200 associates work hand-in-hand with our 600,000+ users in more than 25,000 organizations across the U.S. to develop and deploy technology that automates and coordinates everything from clinical to financial to administrative.
