Vice President of Research & Development

Role Overview

This executive leadership opportunity is aimed at guiding a technology organization through AI-driven transformations and innovating product offerings. The Vice President of Research & Development leads a significant engineering team, balancing strategic long-term goals with the demands of maintaining and evolving a mature product portfolio. The position involves modernizing platforms, enhancing development processes, and ensuring technology initiatives contribute to measurable business outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead AI-based transformation initiatives to improve efficiency and accelerate product delivery while generating tangible business value.
• Convert AI capabilities into revenue growth, cost savings, and strategic technology investments.
• Modernize enterprise software platforms employing AI-assisted development methods and improved workflows.
• Oversee product strategy by integrating intelligent AI-powered features to boost market competitiveness.
• Serve as a strategic technology consultant to executive leadership, aligning technical choices with business and financial goals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Sales, Professional Services, and Support to build compelling business cases for tech investments.
• Manage R&D budget, allocating resources across product development, technical debt reduction, and strategic projects.
• Implement metrics-driven development practices to enhance delivery speed, predictability, and software quality.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a large engineering workforce aligned with the organization’s strategic objectives.
• Cultivate a culture focused on accountability, innovation, continuous improvement, and adaptability.
• Drive organizational change by engaging teams, establishing trust, and guiding employees through transformation efforts.
• Utilize AI-enabled tools, automation, and emerging technologies to refine workflows while ensuring security and compliance.

Candidate Requirements

• Extensive executive leadership experience in technology, such as VP of Engineering or R&D leadership roles.
• Proven track record of successfully moving AI projects from concept to production with measurable business impact.
• Expertise in modernizing established revenue-generating enterprise software platforms.
• Deep understanding of software development lifecycle enhancements, engineering operations, and technology strategic planning.
• Experience managing large engineering teams and spearheading significant cultural or operational changes.
• Strong business insight connecting technology investments to financial and organizational goals.
• Proficient in managing R&D finances, budgets, and operating with profit and loss accountability.
• Exceptional communication skills tailored to influence executive decision-makers and translate technical details into business relevance.
• High emotional intelligence with demonstrated ability to build trust, motivate large teams, and navigate complex environments.
• Combination of strategic vision and practical execution focused on achieving measurable outcomes.
• Curiosity and willingness to adopt AI tools, automation, and innovation to boost business performance.
• Willingness to travel up to 50%, including international trips.

Benefits and Compensation

• Flexible remote work arrangement available across Canada.
• Competitive executive compensation between 130000 and 200000 CAD annually, including performance incentives.
• Paid time off comprising three weeks vacation plus five personal days.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits effective from day one of employment.
• Opportunities for employee stock ownership.
• Retirement plan matching programs such as RRSP/401(k).
• Additional lifestyle benefits and employee perks.
• Substantial autonomy in driving strategic initiatives and organizational success.
• Direct influence on company growth and technological direction.
• A collaborative culture emphasizing innovation, leadership, and continuous enhancement.

Additional Information

This role is being presented on behalf of a partner organization that manages all applications and subsequent hiring steps. The position is based in the United States but offers remote work flexibility across Canada. The hiring company oversees interviews, assessments, and final hiring decisions. Candidates should note that the recruitment and application process incorporates AI-assisted evaluation tools to ensure objective and efficient matching but all final decisions rest with human recruiters.