VP - Software Engineer (Technical Leadership)

ETHIS is a nonprofit organization that leverages AI to promote the ethical use of technology. The Vice President - Software Engineer will lead technical strategy, oversee software development processes, and collaborate with teams to implement innovative solutions while ensuring alignment with the mission of ethical innovation.

Responsibilities:

• Lead technical strategy
• Oversee end-to-end software development processes
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement cutting-edge solutions
• Mentor engineering teams
• Optimize system architecture
• Manage database systems
• Ensure the adoption of best practices in software engineering
• Spearhead initiatives that align technology with the mission of ethical innovation

Requirements:

• Proficiency in Software Development, including designing and maintaining reliable and scalable systems
• Strong expertise in Databases and the ability to manage large-scale, relational, and non-relational data systems
• Hands-on experience with Java and Python programming languages
• Knowledge of Cloud Computing technologies and infrastructure
• Proven leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to guide and develop engineering teams
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities in a technical environment
• Bachelor's or advanced degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• Familiarity with ethical AI principles and alignment with ETHIS's mission is highly desirable