VP, Software Engineering

Anthology Inc

. 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 extensive leadership in software engineering, focusing on strategy development, AI adoption, and operational efficiency. Proven ability to manage large teams, drive transformation initiatives, and ensure compliance with industry standards.

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Software Engineering LeadershipArtificial Intelligence StrategyFinancial Management in EngineeringOrganizational TransformationCompliance with ISO 27001 and SOC 2

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Hard Skills

Software Development StrategyAI and Automation ImplementationEngineering Process OptimizationFinancial AccountabilityService Level PublishingContinuous Feedback MechanismsMulti-Layered Organization ManagementTransformation Planning and ExecutionCloud Cost ReductionData Residency Compliance

Soft Skills

Executive-Level CommunicationNegotiation SkillsInfluence and Policy DevelopmentTeam LeadershipCross-Functional Collaboration

Industry Keywords

EdTechSaaSTechnology-Enabled ServicesISO 27001SOC 2FedRAMPGovRAMPGlobal Software EngineeringContinuous ImprovementComplex Transformation Initiatives

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 the use of artificial intelligence to transform software engineering and deliver more value to customers
Own engineering accountability for the Blackboard Learn platform, including technical direction, reliability, and quality
Define and execute 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 through Senior Directors, Directors, and Managers
Develop a leadership bench and succession plan
Lead organizational role changes with honesty and care
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 as needed
Assess the current state, build transformation plans, and execute prioritized transformations
Lead the transformation of engineering practices using AI-DLC and Software Factories

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 transforming engineering effectiveness
Experience setting strategy for and leading adoption of artificial intelligence and automation to build and deploy software globally
Experience owning financial results of an engineering function and reducing cloud spend
Experience leading organization-wide structural change
Experience publishing service levels and using continuous feedback for improvement
Experience managing globally across time zones, works councils, regional employment norms, and data residency requirements
Understanding of company and competitive landscape, market shifts, and technology shifts
Executive-level communication, strategy and policy influence, and negotiation with internal and external executives
Ability to represent engineering credibly with customers and partners
Fluency in written and spoken English
Ideally, deep experience in EdTech, SaaS, or technology-enabled services
Track record of complex transformation initiatives and AI and automation programs highly valued
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 provided