VP, Software Engineering

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. Set the strategy, vision, and direction for Blackboard’s global software engineering organization .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timePhoenix • Arizona • United StatesLead💰 $225,500 - $281,800 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading large-scale software engineering organizations, driving artificial intelligence adoption, and implementing automation strategies to enhance operational efficiency. Proven ability to influence executive alignment and manage compliance with industry standards such as ISO 27001 and SOC 2.

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Artificial Intelligence AdoptionSoftware Engineering LeadershipFinancial Management of Engineering FunctionsCompliance with ISO 27001 and SOC 2Strategic Transformation Initiatives

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Hard Skills

Software Engineering StrategyAutomation ImplementationFinancial Results ManagementService Level PublishingContinuous Feedback Utilization

Soft Skills

Executive-Level CommunicationNegotiation SkillsInfluence and Policy Development

Tools & Technologies

Cloud OperationsAI-DLCSoftware Factories

Industry Keywords

EdTechSaaSTechnology-Enabled ServicesISO 27001SOC 2FedRAMPGovRAMP

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Set the strategy, vision, and direction for Blackboard’s global software engineering organization
Define and drive a new operating system for how Blackboard builds software
Set engineering-wide standards for tools and processes
Lead artificial intelligence adoption to transform software engineering and deliver more value to customers
Own engineering accountability for the core Blackboard Learn platform, including technical direction, reliability, and quality
Define and execute the strategy for efficiency and automation across software engineering
Influence AI adoption in adjacent functions
Secure executive alignment and lead transformation execution through the leadership team
Partner with the CTO and leaders across Product Management and Design, Security, Cloud Operations, and the broader business
Shape product development systems decisions and negotiate critical trade-offs
Represent engineering with key customers and external partners
Design, build, and restructure a global, multi-layered organization led through Senior Directors, Directors, and Managers
Develop a leadership bench and succession plan
Own the software engineering function’s financial results, including headcount, vendors, and tooling
Set the engineering compliance posture for ISO 27001, SOC 2, FedRAMP, and GovRAMP
Partner with Security and auditors and produce compliance evidence
Assess the current state, prioritize transformations, and begin execution in 2026
Transform engineering practices using AI-DLC and Software Factories by the end of 2027
Transition engineering to a run/growth phase beyond 2027

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 12 years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree, 10 years with a Master’s degree, or a PhD with 8 years of experience, or equivalent experience
Significant experience leading leaders of managers
Experience leading a large, multi-layered software engineering organization through Directors and Senior Directors
Experience setting strategy for and leading adoption of artificial intelligence and automation to build and deploy software globally
Experience owning engineering-function financial results and reducing cloud spend
Experience leading organization-wide structural change
Experience publishing service levels and using continuous feedback for improvement
Experience managing across time zones, navigating works councils and regional employment norms, and handling data residency requirements
Understanding of company and competitive landscapes, market shifts, and technology shifts
Executive-level communication, strategy and policy influence, and negotiation with internal and external executives
Fluency in written and spoken English
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the country where the role is based and maintain authorization throughout employment
No visa sponsorship or immigration support is provided
Preferred: deep experience in EdTech, SaaS, or technology-enabled services
Preferred: track record leading complex transformation initiatives and driving AI and automation programs

Benefits

Comp & perks

Company bonus
Benefits
Equal employment opportunity/affirmative action protections