Vice President, Software Engineering

Ministry Brands is looking for a Vice President, Software Engineering to join our growing team!

Who We Are

Ministry Brands is a leading provider of SaaS operational management systems, payments platforms, digital engagement tools and background screening solutions for faith-based, non-profit and for-profit organizations. We serve more than 95,000 customers as a trusted partner in digital transformation and enablement – advancing missions, driving efficiencies, and building engaged communities for more than four decades. The diverse and real-world experiences of our team members serving their communities makes us stronger together and enhances our ability to advance digital transformation for the greater good.  

 

Ministry Brands is committed to acknowledging and valuing our employee differences and to creating an environment in which every individual’s unique strengths and abilities are developed and valued. Our employees share in the responsibility for creating this environment and demonstrate mutual respect and acceptance in the workplace. We welcome everyone and are dedicated to creating a culture where all our employees have equal opportunity to be heard and reach their full potential. 

What You'll Do:

As the Vice President of Software Engineering, you will be a key leader within our organization, responsible for driving the strategic direction and execution of multiple software development initiatives. Reporting directly to the SVP of R&D, you will lead multiple teams of software engineers and play a crucial role in shaping the future of our technology stack, architecture, and development processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic direction and technical leadership for software development initiatives
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance collaboration and communication among global teams
• Manage overall operations including planning, budgeting, execution, reporting and talent operations
• Set and enforce code standards, development methodologies, and best practices
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence within the software engineering team
• Establish clear goals, performance metrics, and career development paths for team members
• Collaborate with product management and executive leadership to define product roadmaps and priorities
• Translate business requirements into technical solutions and architectural designs
• Ensure that software development efforts are aligned with market trends, customer needs, and company goals
• Oversee the successful delivery of software projects from conception to deployment, ensuring they meet quality standards, budgets, and timelines
• Design scalable, secure, and maintainable software architectures that support long-term growth and evolution
• Evaluate and recommend technologies, frameworks, and tools to enhance development efficiency and product quality
• Champion architectural principles such as modularity, reusability, and scalability
  
  
  

Who You Are:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 10 years of experience in software engineering or related fields
• 10 years of experience managing people, including managing multiple teams and other leaders
• Experience partnering with global resource providers, preferred
• Proven track record of leadership and innovation
• Strong technical proficiency in modern programming languages, frameworks, and development tools
• Deep understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and system integration concepts.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to manage large-scale software projects and cross-functional teams in an agile environment
• Ability to work effectively and accurately within a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• PMP, Scrum Master, or AWS/Azure/GCP certification, preferred
  
  
  

Physical Considerations:

• Ability to work in a general office environment
• Ability to handle extended periods of computer-based work, including telephone
• Ability to work flexible and long hours, as needed, including outside regular business hours and days
  
  
  

Travel Considerations:

• Domestic and/or international travel required, estimated up to 30%
  
  
  

Benefit offerings designed to promote a life of balance!

At Ministry Brands, we recognize that your career is just one important piece of your dynamic life. We offer a robust range of benefit offerings designed to cultivate a lifestyle of balance and personal success.

Robust healthcare options – Options include a plan that is 100% covered by Ministry Brands for employee only coverage as well as a generous HSA contribution by the company. Employees have several healthcare options to choose from in order to find what works best for them.

Flexible paid time off – There is no perfect, one size fits all balance between work and home. We provide flexible work schedules, PTO for vacation, and up to 80 hours of paid sick/safe leave. We also feature 11.5 days of fully paid holidays!

Paid parental leave – Adding a new child to the family is a big adjustment! We provide the time and income to allow parents to adjust to their new normal in the healthiest way possible.

Mental health support – Ministry Brands is a stigma free company with the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Associates are supported through an Employee Assistance Program which provides access to in-person or virtual counseling at no cost.

Professional development reimbursement – Ministry Brands aims to support your professional development and empower you to drive your career by providing financial assistance to our associates seeking to further their education and career.

Ministry Brands is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.