Vice President, Engineering

2U; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 240,000 - 297,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to transforming education through technology as the VP of Engineering. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead product innovation and operational change while collaborating with top-tier talent. You will play a crucial role in shaping the future of digital education, driving strategic initiatives, and enhancing productivity across the organization. With a focus on cutting-edge technologies and a commitment to excellence, this position promises to be both challenging and rewarding. If you are passionate about making a difference in the education sector and possess the technical acumen to lead transformative projects, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life insurance

401(k) employer match

Free snacks and drinks

Generous paid holidays

Unlimited PTO

Volunteer days

Parental leave

Company-wide winter break

Qualifications

• 10+ years of leadership experience in tech product environments.
• Proven ability to execute on product vision and manage operations.
• Strong judgment and communication skills for effective leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead product innovation and operational change initiatives.
• Collaborate with CTO and tech leadership on strategic goals.
• Establish business processes specific to tech objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Product Innovation

Technical Acumen

Business Judgment

Process Management

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Decision Making

Agile Practices

AI Tools

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science

Master’s Degree (preferred)

Tools

Python

JavaScript

MongoDB

Salesforce

Jira

AWS

Job description

At 2U, we are all in on purpose. We are motivated by our mission – to eliminate the back row in education – and connected by our shared passion to deliver world-class digital education at scale. As the parent company of edX, the world’s leading online learning platform, 2U powers more than 4,000 online higher education offerings – from free courses to full degrees. Together with more than 230 colleges, universities, and corporate partners, we are helping to unlock human potential.

What We’re Looking For:

VP of Engineering at 2U, Inc. will be the next Technology Executive to join 2U’s innovative mission and to become part of its dynamic and invigorating culture. You will be tasked with leading efforts in product innovation as well as process and operational change in our New York City office. Taking an active, creative, and practical approach, the VP of Engineering will work closely with the CTO, the existing product development team and other technology-focused leadership to achieve and execute the strategic goals of the organization.

The ideal candidate should have a notable background in developing cutting-edge products and managing functional operations across multiple initiatives. Applicable skills and experience are paramount, as well as an interest in our mission and shared values of 2U.

Key Role and Responsibilities:

• Establish Business Processes specific to the objectives of the 2U TechDev group
• Work alongside the CTO to ideate and think big-picture about what’s next
• Evaluate and recommend solutions that enhance company-wide productivity as well as enhance and increase 2U partner resources
• Collaborate with other leadership in tech to successfully implement engineering KPI measurements, and monitoring to establish engineering best practics
• Partner with our internal coaches to help XP teams deliver technically excellent software of demonstrated value.
• Make strong, confident, outside-the-box decisions that affect the future of 2U technology and the business as a whole
• Areas of responsibilities are CRM consolidation and and various Learning Management Systems
• Proactive use of AI tools for process automation and SDLC

Education and Experience:

• 10+ years of leadership experience in an environment with robust technical products and constant innovation
• Excellent business judgment, communicative, and interpersonal skills that result in the ability to work effectively with leadership, teams and external clients
• A willingness to create, identify and leverage cutting-edge technologies at an enterprise level
• Proven ability to understand a product vision and execute on it
• Ability to discern in a buy vs. build situation
• Demonstrable Process Management experience in an SDLC environment of continual change
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, Mathematics, Engineering or a related major or equivalent work experience

Other attributes that will help you

• Experience with data products and learning focused product management products
• Strong technical acumen; we use Python, JavaScript, MongoDB, Salesforce, Jira, AWS
• Familiarity with Agile/XP technical practices including Test Driven Development, Pair programming, Continuous Integration, etc.
• Familiarity with various Generative AI and process automation tools
• Track record of choosing technologies that succeed in a corporate infrastructure
• Have proven experience making outside-the-box decisions, open to change
• Start-up experience a huge plus

Working Conditions

N/A

Physical Requirements

N/A

Management Responsibilities

While this position is open to remote candidates across the U.S., we will prioritize those who live in the Washington-Baltimore metropolitan area and who are available to come into our Headquarters in Arlington, VA two days a week.

Benefits & Culture

Our global employee base is a diverse collection of innovators, dreamers, and doers working together to transform lives through higher education. We believe that every employee can advance our shared purpose, and that life at 2U should be fun and meaningful. If you’re excited by the opportunity to provide over 40 million learners and counting with access to world-class online higher education, then join us – and do work that makes a difference. #NoBackRow

We offer comprehensive benefits (unique per country) and excellent work/life balance.
Full-time, U.S.benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance, disability, and 401(k) employer match
• Free snacks and drinks in-office
• Generous paid holidays and leave policies, including unlimited PTO
• Additional time off benefits include: volunteer days, parental leave, and a company-wide winter break

The anticipated base salary range for this role is ($240,000 - $297,000), with potential bonus eligibility. Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, budget for the position and cost of labor in the market in which the candidate will be hired.

2U Diversity and Inclusion Statement

At 2U, we are committed to building and sustaining a culture of belonging, respect, and inclusion. We are proud of the steps we’ve taken to bring together an employee base that embodies diverse walks of life, ideas, genders, ages, races, cultures, sexual orientations, abilities and other unique qualities. We strive to offer a workplace where every employee feels empowered by what makes us different, as well as by how we are alike.

2U is committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodations, please reach out to us at: [e-mail] .

About 2U LLC

For more than a decade, 2U, Inc. has been the digital transformation partner of choice to great non-profit colleges and universities delivering high-quality online education at scale. As the parent company of edX, a leading global online learning platform, 2U provides over 45 million learners with access to world-class education in partnership with more than 230 colleges, universities, and corporations. Our people and technology are powering more than 4,000 digital education offerings — from free courses to full degrees — and helping unlock human potential. To learn more: visit 2U.com.

About edX

edX is the education movement for restless learners and a leading global online learning platform from 2U, LLC. Together with the majority of the world’s top-ranked universities and industry-leading companies, we bring our community of over 45 million learners world-class education to support them at every stage of their lives and careers, from free courses to full degrees. And we're not stopping there — we're relentlessly pursuing our vision of a world where every learner can access education to unlock their potential, without the barriers of cost or location. Learn more at edX.org.

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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

2U is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against applicants or employees and ensures equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of their race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship, military or veterans’ status, or any other classifications protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. 2U’s equal opportunity policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, job benefits and pay.