VP of Engineering

Job Description

Lone Wolf is a leading real estate technology organization that specializes in developing innovative software solutions for the real estate industry. Our cutting-edge products empower real estate professionals, streamline operations, and enhance client experiences. As the Vice President of Engineering, you will be responsible for leading and overseeing all aspects of engineering for one or more product lines, driving technical excellence, and ensuring the successful delivery of our software products.

Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic vision and technical leadership to the engineering team, aligning technology initiatives with the company's goals and objectives.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a high-performing engineering organization, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee the entire software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering to deployment, ensuring the successful and timely delivery of high-quality software products. Champion the adoption of AI-powered tools and automation across the SDLC—including AI-assisted code generation, automated code review, intelligent testing and QA, and CI/CD pipeline automation—to accelerate delivery velocity, improve code quality, and reduce manual overhead.
• Develop and execute a technology roadmap that aligns with the company's long-term vision, leveraging emerging technologies to drive innovation and maintain a competitive edge.
• Collaborate closely with product management, design, and operations teams to ensure effective coordination, communication, and alignment of engineering efforts.
• Promote and implement agile development methodologies, such as Scrum or Kanban, to enhance development efficiency and responsiveness to changing market needs.
• Optimize resource allocation, including personnel, infrastructure, and budget, to support project priorities and business objectives.
• Attract, recruit, and retain top engineering talent, fostering a diverse and inclusive team. Provide mentoring, coaching, and professional development opportunities to nurture individual growth and career advancement.
• Establish and enforce engineering standards, best practices, and quality control processes to ensure the delivery of robust and reliable software solutions.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with engineering projects, including technical, operational, and security risks.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including executives, clients, and partners, to understand their needs, address concerns, and ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in real estate technology, applying relevant insights to drive innovation and competitive advantage.

Requirments:

• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex software products on time and within budget.
• Strong technical background, with expertise in software development methodologies, modern architectures, and cloud technologies.
• Experience leading and managing high-performing engineering teams, fostering collaboration, innovation, and a customer-centric mindset.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate business goals into actionable technology strategies.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the ability to influence and inspire teams and stakeholders.
• Solid understanding of agile development methodologies and experience implementing agile practices in an engineering organization.
• Demonstrated experience leveraging AI tools and automation to streamline the software development lifecycle, including AI-assisted coding, automated testing, and CI/CD pipeline automation.
• Familiarity with real estate industry concepts, processes, and technologies is a plus.
• Strong business acumen and the ability to balance technical considerations with business priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to navigate through ambiguity, make sound decisions, and drive results in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Qualifications:

• EDUCATION: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• EXPERIENCE: 10+ years of progressive experience in software development, with at least 5+ years in engineering leadership roles leading software teams, preferably within the real estate or technology industry.