Vice President, Engineering & Architecture

Regal; Knoxville (TN); Remote; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Regal is seeking a Vice President of Engineering & Architecture to lead global technology platforms and drive the digital evolution of cinema experiences. This role involves overseeing engineering teams, defining strategies, and ensuring the delivery of secure, scalable systems that enhance the moviegoing experience. Join a passionate team dedicated to innovation and storytelling.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Full benefits

401(k) matching

Free movie tickets

Employee events

Qualifications

• 10+ years in software engineering and architecture leadership.
• Proven experience with B2C platforms in retail, entertainment, or hospitality.
• Deep understanding of microservices and scalable systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead global software and quality engineering teams.
• Define strategy for digital platforms and ensure delivery.
• Partner with Product and UX for immersive experiences.

Skills

Leadership

Software Engineering

Cloud Architecture

Microservices

API Design

DevOps

Customer-Centered Thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

AWS

Azure

Kubernetes

CI/CD

DevSecOps

Job description

Vice President, Engineering & Architecture

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Remote (U.S. Based) | Occasional Travel

Reports to: Chief Digital and Technology Officer

Why Join Regal?

Love movies? So do we — and we’ve made it our mission to share that joy with the world. At

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Description

Remote (U.S. Based) | Occasional Travel

Reports to: Chief Digital and Technology Officer

Why Join Regal?

Love movies? So do we — and we’ve made it our mission to share that joy with the world. At Regal, we believe in the magic of storytelling, the thrill of the big screen, and the connections forged through unforgettable experiences. With over 400 cinemas and global brands like Cineworld, Picture House, Cinema City and Planet Cinemas, we’re a passionate, international team bringing experiences to life for millions.

Now, we’re looking for a engineering leader to drive our next digital evolution.

The Opportunity

We’re seeking a forward-thinking Vice President of Engineering & Architecture to lead our global technology platforms — from concept to code. This is more than a leadership role; it’s a chance to shape the future of cinema experiences worldwide. You'll architect and guide the systems behind seamless digital experiences for guests and customers.

As the leader of our global engineering, quality, and architecture teams, you’ll define strategy, inspire innovation, and ensure delivery of resilient, scalable, and secure digital platforms. Your mission? To make every digital touchpoint — from awareness to film and merchandise — fast, intuitive, and delightfully cinematic.

What You’ll Be Driving

• Engineering Excellence Lead our global software and quality engineering teams in building secure, scalable, cloud-native systems that power the moviegoing experience.
• Delight Guests Build the technologies to deliver a delightful commerce experience for guests focusing on front end development and enabling cloud API services to fuel commerce, marketing and loyalty strategies.
• Architectural Vision Own the end-to-end architecture strategy — microservices, multi-tenancy, API-first — built to scale with performance, security, and flexibility.
• Global Leadership Inspire and lead a high-performing, distributed team across the US, UK, and Poland. Mentor the next generation of tech leaders.
• Customer-Centered Thinking Partner with Product and UX to build frictionless, immersive experiences for millions of moviegoers — in-app, online, and in-theater.
• Innovation at Scale Stay ahead of emerging technologies, industry trends, and digital transformation strategies to keep Regal ahead of the curve.
• Operational Impact Drive KPIs, SLAs, and engineering best practices to ensure performance, uptime, and world-class digital delivery.
• DevOps & Security Partnership Partner with the DevOps and Security teams to deliver best practices and automation at every level to deliver with speed and reliability.
  
  

Who You Are

• 10+ years in software engineering and architecture leadership
• Proven experience with B2C platforms in retail, entertainment, or hospitality
• Deep understanding of microservices, multi-tenant cloud architectures, and scalable systems
• Expertise in AWS/Azure, Kubernetes, CI/CD, and DevSecOps
• Strong grasp of mobile (native and hybrid) and API-first design
• Adept at leading global teams and nurturing talent
• Natural partner to Product and UX — empathetic to the user journey and obsessed with creating intuitive digital experiences
• A clear communicator and inspiring executive presence who can translate tech speak into business value
  
  

Bonus Points For...

• Experience with AI/ML personalization and recommendation engines
• Background in headless commerce and API ecosystems
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
  
  

️ Why You’ll Love Working at Regal

• Work in a welcoming and collaborative environment
• Grow professionally while making a visible impact on a company that touches millions
• Enjoy competitive compensation, full benefits, and 401(k) matching
• Score unique perks like free movie tickets, employee events, and more
• Join a company that’s passionate about people, entertainment, and innovation — and committed to making Regal the best place to work (and share an extraordinary experience)
  
  

Sound Like a Fit?

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and want to be part of a company that values innovation, teamwork, and a great night at the theater — we want to hear from you.

Apply today and bring your talent to the Regal team!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Executive

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Entertainment Providers

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