Vice President, Software Engineering (Apps & Solutions)Toronto or Chicago (hybrid).$250-280k base + bonus + stock options.Digital health SaaS platform.This Vice President, Software Engineering will lead their Apps & Solutions (Services) organization, responsible for delivering high‑quality, scalable, and AI‑native member experiences across web and mobile platforms.This is not a traditional product engineering leadership role. This is a client‑facing, delivery‑oriented leadership role operating within a services model, where you will be accountable for building and delivering member‑facing applications for payer clients while evolving how delivery happens at scale.You will own the transformation of our engineering organization into an AI‑native delivery engine, where AI is not a tool layered onto workflows, but a primary actor in how work is executed. You will lead the redesign of delivery systems, quality practices, and team structures to enable faster, higher‑quality, and more predictable outcomes.This role sits at the intersection of:AI‑native architecture and operating modelsClient delivery and services executionLean, high‑performance engineering leadershipWhat You’ll Own1. AI‑Native Delivery & Architecture (Core Mandate)Redesign engineering workflows where AI is embedded as a primary actor, not an assistive toolBuild and operationalize AI‑native delivery systems across the organizationDefine architecture patterns that enable: automated validation and quality checksintelligent orchestration of delivery workflowsMove the organization beyond experimentation into production‑grade AI adoption at scale2. Client Delivery & Services Execution (Critical)Own delivery of member‑facing applications across web and mobile platforms for payer clientsLead cross‑functional Service Pods accountable for end‑to‑end client deliveryManage: escalationsscope and delivery integrityOperate effectively in a services delivery model, balancing:



client needsdelivery efficiencyEnsure high‑quality delivery of consumer‑grade digital experiences for healthcare membersDrive engineering standards across: web applicationsbackend services supporting member journeysMaintain a strong focus on: usabilityperformancereliability at scale4. Test‑Driven Delivery & Quality SystemsOwn and complete League’s test automation framework (currently ~65% complete)Establish a test‑first engineering culture, where: quality criteria are defined before design beginsImplement systems to ensure: reduced defectsconsistent release quality across teams5. Offshore Engineering Strategy & GovernanceLead a globally distributed engineering organization with significant offshore presenceDifferentiate between transactional vs high‑skill offshore capabilitiesEvolve offshore teams up the value chainBuild governance models that ensure quality, alignment, and scalabilityLead a flatter, leaner organization with fewer management layersDrive outcomes through clarity and accountabilityMaintain high standards for quality, velocity, and ownershipWhat You BringCore ExperienceProven experience leading engineering organizations in a client delivery / services model (required)Solid track record delivering member‑facing applications (web + mobile) at scaleDeep technical background with the ability to guide architecture and system design decisionsExperience managing complex, multi‑client delivery environments with parallel workstreamsDemonstrated ability to build and scale high‑performing engineering teamsAI‑Native Capability (Non‑Negotiable)Demonstrated experience building or operating AI‑native systems or workflowsHas already transitioned from:Able to clearly articulate how AI improves quality, speed, and scalabilityDelivery & Operational ExcellenceStrong experience implementing delivery frameworks, engineering KPIs and metrics, and quality systemsProven ability to manage delivery within budgetLeadership & InfluenceExperience leading cross‑functional teams (Engineering, Product, Design, Client teams)Ability to influence executive stakeholders, negotiate scope and priorities, drive alignment across complex organizations#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Vice President Of Software Engineering (Toronto)
🏢 MPA Recruitment
📍 Toronto