Vice President, Research & Development (Remote)

Harris Computer; Ontario; Remote; CAD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company, Harris Computer, is seeking a Vice President of Research & Development. This remote executive role requires strong management skills, technical expertise, and a drive for product innovation. The successful candidate will lead multiple teams, oversee strategic planning, and manage P&L responsibilities, contributing significantly to the growth and success of the business.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of management experience at the product or people level.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced analytical and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Translating business goals & product requirements into actionable development plans.
• Ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Providing technical direction for all product development needs.

Skills

Excellent communication

Project management

Financial acumen

Team inspiration

Time-management

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline

Tools

Cloud Environments

VMware

Job description

Vice President, Research & Development (Remote)

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The VP of R&D at NorthStar is a hybrid business / technical position requiring management and project management skills, product vision, financial acumen, excellent communication, and understanding of the agile process. The Vice President of R&D is responsible for continuous product research and innovation, improving existing products, integrating newly acquired product sets, and incorporating third-party solutions with Harris’ product sets. The ideal candidate will inspire a diverse team of developers across multiple offices in the US and Canada.

This role demands a highly motivated self-starter and team player, focused on team and client success, and business operations efficiency. The candidate will manage and inspire a team of 20-30 people, with P&L responsibility and forecasting duties.

This is a remote opportunity within Canada or the USA.

What Your Impact Will Be

• Translating business goals & product requirements into actionable development plans.
• Ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Strategic planning and technical input into overall business strategy.
• Fostering communication across business units to ensure collaboration.
• Providing technical direction for all product development needs.
• Evaluating and enhancing organizational structure and technology.
• Communicating industry trends and emerging technologies.
• Managing strategic partnerships with vendors and suppliers.
• Developing and driving product roadmaps for long-term success.
• Serving as a liaison between customers and internal departments.

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline or relevant experience.
• 10+ years of management experience at the product or people level.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organization and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritize work effectively.
• Advanced analytical and troubleshooting skills.

What Would Make You Stand Out

• Experience in Cloud Environments and VMware.
• PMP certification.

About Us

NorthStar Utilities Solutions has served the utility community in North America and the Caribbean for over 40 years. We pride ourselves on growth, innovation, and excellent customer service. We seek problem solvers who embrace technology and complex ideas.

Seniority level

• Executive

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
• Software Development

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