We are looking for a VP of R&D to spearhead our technology development and expand our engineering capabilities. This is a hands-on leadership position that requires significant ad tech experience, a passion for tackling complex problems, and the ability to build effective and scalable R&D teams.

Responsibilities

• **Strategic Leadership:**
• Define and implement the technology vision and roadmap to support business objectives.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to prioritize and develop impactful R&D initiatives.
• **Team Management:**
• Lead, mentor, and scale a team of engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and technical excellence.
• Improve collaboration across engineering, product, and other teams to deliver robust solutions.
• **Technology and Innovation:**
• Oversee the design, development, and deployment of scalable ad tech platforms and solutions, focusing on performance optimization and real-time decision-making.
• Stay informed on industry trends and emerging technologies to maintain a competitive advantage.
• Promote best practices in software development, system architecture, and testing to ensure reliability and scalability.
• **Operational Excellence:**
• Establish KPIs and metrics to monitor the performance of the R&D team and projects.
• Drive initiatives to improve operational efficiency, such as automation and process optimization.
• Manage budgets, timelines, and resource allocation for all R&D projects.
  
  

• 10+ years in software engineering, with at least 5 years in leadership roles (e.g., VP R&D, CTO, Director of Engineering).
• Experience building and leading teams in ad tech, real-time bidding (RTB), or programmatic advertising is highly desirable.
• Proven track record of delivering large-scale, high-performance systems.
  
  

• In-depth knowledge of JavaScript, TypeScript, and modern full-stack frameworks.
• Expertise in scalable architecture, cloud infrastructure, and big-data environments.
• Familiarity with tools and practices for real-time decision-making and performance optimization.
  
  

• Exceptional ability to align technical initiatives with business goals.
• A hands-on leader who can guide the team and engage in technical details when necessary.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects with attention to detail and strategic vision.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for cross-team collaboration and stakeholder management.
• A collaborative mindset with the ability to balance innovation and execution.