VP of Engineering

STACK IT Recruitment

. Lead, coach and develop the engineering teams behind SaaS platforms and an XR training simulator .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeMarkham • CanadaLead💰 CA$200,000 - CA$240,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in leading engineering teams, defining technology roadmaps, and managing technology budgets while ensuring scalable and secure software architecture. Proven ability to integrate AI tools into workflows and translate technical strategies into business outcomes.

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Senior Technology LeadershipSoftware ArchitectureCloud InfrastructureAI IntegrationProduct Management

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Hard Skills

Software ArchitectureCloud InfrastructureApplication SecurityAI Tools IntegrationTechnology RoadmapsSaaS PlatformsXR Training SimulatorUnity DevelopmentCost OptimizationProduct Model Transition

Soft Skills

People LeadershipCoachingClient EngagementTrust BuildingStrategic Communication

Tools & Technologies

AI ToolsXR ProductsVR ProductsMixed Reality ProductsInfrastructure ToolsVendor Management

Industry Keywords

Technology Budget ManagementProject-Based DeliveryRecurring-Revenue ProductsLabour UnionsSkilled Trades

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudUnity

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead, coach and develop the engineering teams behind SaaS platforms and an XR training simulator
Own the technical architecture of existing and new products, keeping them scalable, secure and cost-effective
Guide several new products currently in development from architecture through launch
Own the technology budget, including infrastructure, tooling, vendor and AI usage costs
Build product and technology roadmaps supporting the move from project-based work to recurring-revenue products
Set security standards across software and XR products
Expand the team's use of AI tools and agents to raise productivity while tracking and optimizing costs
Join client meetings alongside account management and product when technical leadership is needed
Participate in leadership discussions on product and business strategy

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years in senior technology leadership, accountable for how engineering teams plan, build and deliver software
Proven strength in people leadership, including hiring, coaching and retaining engineers and earning the trust of established teams
Track record of defining technology roadmaps and taking software products from concept to market
Direct ownership of a technology budget, with accountability for infrastructure, tooling, vendor and AI spend
Deep expertise in software architecture, cloud infrastructure and application security
Hands-on experience integrating AI tools and agents into engineering workflows, with a clear view of their cost and return
Executive presence with clients and leadership, translating technical strategy into business terms
Experience with XR, VR or mixed reality products, or with Unity development (nice to have)
Experience moving a business from project-based delivery to a product model (nice to have)
Exposure to labour unions, skilled trades, apprenticeship programs or member-based organizations (nice to have)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid Time Off: Competitive vacation and personal days to maintain a healthy work-life balance
Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision benefits to support your overall well-being
Performance Bonus: Annual incentive opportunity recognizing individual contribution and business impact
Hybrid work arrangement: 3 days per week