Clear Ballot Group · 8 hours ago
Vice President of Software Engineering
Nashua, NH
Full-time
Onsite
Director/ExecutiveClear Ballot is a newcomer in the election technology industry, aiming to improve democracy through innovative technology. The VP of Engineering will lead the engineering department, overseeing team leadership, strategic planning, and technical oversight to ensure the delivery of high-quality products and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
GovTechHardwareSoftware
Responsibilities
Collaborate with the CEO, CTO, VP of Product, and other senior leaders to define the technical roadmap and align engineering goals with overall company objectives
Develop and articulate a clear technical vision, translating strategic objectives into actionable engineering plans
Analyze project scope, risks, opportunities, and resource requirements (technical infrastructure, certifications, budget, staffing) to provide comprehensive “how” answers
Lead, mentor, and cultivate engineering teams, including performance management, career progression, and talent acquisition
Set clear objectives for direct reports and their teams, ensuring alignment with company goals
Monitor and report on key engineering metrics, ensuring consistent velocity and high-quality output
Proactively identify and remove obstacles, fostering a productive and collaborative work environment
Identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions
Develop and manage the engineering department budget, ensuring efficient resource allocation
Oversee multiple engineering projects, ensuring timely delivery within budget and scope
Track project progress and performance, developing and monitoring KPIs to measure team effectiveness
Implement and maintain effective project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum, Kanban)
Manage project risks and implement mitigation strategies
Provide technical guidance on design decisions, architecture, and best practices
Ensure adherence to quality standards and technical specifications
Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends
Coordinate with our government relations, certification teams, and product management teams to monitor the evolving regulatory landscape for election technology at both Federal and state levels
Work with development teams and certification teams to design, build, and test products that meet regulatory requirements
Develop and manage the engineering department budget, ensuring efficient resource allocation
Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams (product, sales, marketing, finance, manufacturing) to ensure alignment on strategy and deliverables
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the engineering team
Drive the adoption of new technologies and processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (Software, Hardware, Mechanical, or related field)
Extensive experience in engineering management roles, including leading large teams
Demonstrated ability to build and lead high-performing engineering teams
Proven track record of developing and executing successful technical strategies
Strong technical background in relevant engineering disciplines
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Experience with Agile methodologies and project management tools
Proven ability to manage budgets and resources effectively
Strong commitment to incremental and continued investments in build and test automation (unit tests, integration tests, correctness tests, performance tests, etc.)
Strong commitment to secure development and secure coding practices
Understanding the design and development of accessible applications for users with vision impairments, physical limitations, etc
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences
Company
Clear Ballot Group
Clear Ballot has revolutionized the Govtech space with a modern voting system designed to deliver speed, accuracy, and transparency to elections.
Founded in 2009
51-200 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$18M2017-07-11Series Unknown· $18M
2015-11-04Convertible Note
2015-02-11Seed
Leadership Team
Chip Trowbridge
Chief Technology Officer
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