VP of Engineering

Bamboohr17; Utah; Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

401k plans with company match

Generous leave policies

Job summary

BambooHR, located in Utah, is seeking a Vice President (VP) of Engineering who will translate the company's technical vision into an actionable engineering strategy. In this hybrid role, you will lead a high-performing team while collaborating closely with the CTO and cross-functional leaders.

The ideal candidate will have senior executive experience, particularly in overseeing technology strategy and delivering exceptional results. BambooHR values a culture of trust and innovation, making this an exciting opportunity to shape the future of HR through technology.

Qualifications

• Senior executive experience owning technology strategy and delivery.
• Proven ability to scale engineering organizations.
• Strong systems thinking aligning product vision and architecture.

Responsibilities

• Translate the company’s technical vision into executable strategy.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to define technical strategy.
• Lead the engineering organization through AI adoption.

Skills

Senior executive experience

Proven ability to scale engineering organizations

Experience applying AI and ML

Strong enterprise-level systems thinking

Credibility with executive peers

Financial acumen

Education

Relevant technical degree

Job description

Please Note: This is a Utah-based hybrid position which will require some regular in‑office days each week. Additionally, employment with BambooHR is contingent on passing both a background and credit check.

AI at BambooHR

At BambooHR, we’re all about setting people free to do great work, and we believe AI is a powerful partner in that mission. We’re leaning into intelligent tools to streamline our workflows, giving us more time for high‑impact innovation. We look for curious, forward‑thinking people who are ready to explore how AI can elevate their work and help us reimagine the future of HR.

Essential Job Duties

Our mission is simple: we want to set people free to do meaningful work. People love our software—and it turns out that people love working here too. We’ve been recognized as a “Best Company to Work For,” and we’re proud of our team for creating software that makes an impact in the lives of HR pros and employees all over the world.

We are seeking a Vice President (VP) of Engineering to translate the company’s technical vision into an executable engineering strategy and roadmap. In this role, you will partner closely with the CTO and cross‑functional leaders to shape how our products are built and evolved, while leading a high‑performing engineering organization through growth and AI adoption. You will balance long‑term technical direction with day‑to‑day execution, ensuring reliable delivery, sound architecture, and disciplined investment as BambooHR continues to scale.

Key Responsibilities

You will:

• Act as a prominent role model for BambooHR’s values, championing a culture of trust, accountability, and data‑driven decision‑making.
• Collaborate with strategic cross‑functional partners to define and prioritize technical strategy, investments, and trade‑offs that advance the company mission.
• Own and clearly communicate the product and technology risk profile, including architecture, technical debt, scalability, execution, talent, and security risks, to the executive leadership team and Board.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with the Board, executive leadership team, and company‑wide audiences, adapting message and format to context.
• Integrate the product roadmap, architectural strategy, and organizational health into a single, cohesive execution plan.
• Design and lead a scalable, high‑performing engineering organization that delivers consistently and strengthens over time.
• Establish and evolve operating rhythms, development processes, and performance metrics that provide visibility into progress, risks, and outcomes, and continuously improve execution.
• Lead the engineering organization through AI adoption, applying AI and ML to how software is built and to the value delivered to customers, while maintaining personal credibility in emerging practices.
• Own engineering budget, resource planning, and financial performance, ensuring disciplined investment aligned with company priorities and long‑term strategy.
• Attract, hire, develop, and hold accountable strong engineering leaders, building a leadership team that improves over time.
• Translate complex technical, organizational, and strategic topics into clear narratives that align teams and drive action.
• Demonstrate sustained commitment to building a healthy, high‑performing engineering organization.

What You Need to Get the Job Done

• Senior executive experience owning technology strategy, delivery, talent, risk, and financial outcomes for a large engineering organization.
• Proven ability to scale and lead engineering organizations through growth and change while maintaining delivery and quality.
• Demonstrated experience applying AI and ML in a product development context, with sound judgment about where and how these technologies create value.
• Strong enterprise‑level systems thinking, with the ability to align product vision, architecture, execution, and organizational health.
• Credibility with executive peers and Boards, including comfort communicating risk, trade‑offs, and investment decisions.
• Track record of building, developing, and retaining senior engineering leaders.
• Financial acumen sufficient to manage significant budgets and make disciplined, long‑term investment decisions.

What You’ll Love About Us

• Great Company Culture that has been recognized by multiple organizations like Inc and Salt Lake Tribune.
• Comprehensive health, life, and disability insurance.
• Generous leave policies that include 4 weeks of vacation, 12 company holidays, parental leave, and volunteer time off so you can enjoy quality of life.
• 401k plans with up to 6% company match.
• $2000 Paid Vacation bonus.
• EAP through Headspace.
• Check out all our benefits that benefit you.

About Us

At BambooHR, we’re building something different: we’re building a people intelligence platform that transforms HR and sets people free to do great work! We’re a proven market leader driving innovation while building lasting success through thoughtful, sustainable growth. Here, you’ll find a place that champions growth: both professional and personal, both individual and collective.

We invest in potential, giving you the space to stretch your capabilities and turn good ideas into reality while providing the safety net of a supportive, values‑driven culture. Our approach combines meaningful work with meaningful lives, offering competitive benefits, professional development, and the flexibility to thrive both in and outside the office.

What sets us apart isn’t just what we do, but how we do it: with openness, integrity, and a shared commitment to doing the right thing. Join us in creating HR software that makes work better for everyone, while we make work better for you.

We are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations throughout the hiring process. If you would like to request accommodations, please let your recruiter know.

We are an equal opportunity employer—M/F/D/V.

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