VP of Software Development

VP of Software DevelopmentREMOTE / SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT / FULL-TIME

At Founders Workshop, we help entrepreneurs and visionaries take big ideas and change the world in positive ways. For over 30 years, we have been business leaders, founders, and investors, dedicated to fostering innovation and success. Our team is not just about technology; we are about creating human-centered solutions that drive businesses forward. We’ve seen technologies come and go, but our focus remains on leveraging the latest advancements, including AI, to inform, assist, and enhance your business with more efficient solutions.

As our new VP of Software Development, you will lead a dynamic team of developers, driving innovation and excellence. Join us in shaping the future of our clients' ventures and creating impactful solutions that change the world in positive ways.

Responsibilities

High-level responsibilities include:

• Overall leadership of the software development team, tools, and processes
• Collaborate closely with the development team to streamline development processes and enhance efficiency.
• Develop and maintain reusable code libraries to accelerate development cycles.
• Improve estimating processes to ensure accurate project planning and resource allocation.
• Research and implement AI solutions to automate tasks, reduce costs, and deliver faster results for our clients.
• Oversee all internal and client-facing projects, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality outcomes.
• Collaboration with the leadership team on planning and execution of our business plan

Qualifications

Ideally, you have a great mix of experience including:

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in software development, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record of successfully managing and leading software development teams, delivering projects on time and within budget.
• Strong technical background and expertise in software development methodologies, tools, and technologies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Experience in Agile development methodologies and familiarity with tools such as JIRA or similar project management software.
• Ability to think strategically, solve complex problems, and make data-driven decisions.
• Passion for staying updated with the latest advancements in software development and emerging technologies.
• Strong interpersonal skills to facilitate team building and client relationships
• Ability to work independently and efficiently
• Ability to work on multiple projects at once
• Proficiency in both English and Spanish is a strong advantage.

What you’ll love

• Practicing open and transparent communication, where honesty, clarity, and accessibility are paramount, fostering trust and collaboration.
• Engaging in continuous learning, improvement, and innovation, empowering growth and excellence through creative thinking and risk-taking.
• Collaborating with a diverse team, leveraging varied skills, experiences, and viewpoints to create the most innovative solutions.
• Committing to quality, relentlessly pursuing excellence in products, services, and operations to consistently exceed customer expectations.
• Embracing accountability, owning your actions, learning from missteps, and fostering trust through transparency and integrity for continuous improvement.

At Founders Workshop, we believe in the power of process, people, and technology. If you share our values of Open and Transparent Communication, Continuous Learning, Improvement, Innovation, Collaboration, Quality and Accountability, we invite you to apply. Become part of a dynamic team dedicated to fostering innovation and success.