VP of Software Development

Brightsmith; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Charlotte is seeking a Vice President of Software Development to lead their software strategy and team. This hands-on role requires extensive experience in software development, particularly in telecommunications. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and engage directly with clients. The company offers competitive benefits, including health insurance and an equity package, while providing opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Annual bonus

Equity package

Opportunity to build and lead a team

Qualifications

• 10+ years in software development, especially for telecommunications.
• Proven track record of leading software development teams.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead the U.S. software development roadmap.
• Design, architect, and develop software solutions across multiple areas.
• Serve as an in-office leader for the Charlotte-based team.

Skills

Leadership

Technical Depth

Client-Facing Comfort

Startup Mindset

Tools

C#

.NET

Job description

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Base pay range

$160,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yr

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VP of Software Development

Location: Charlotte, NC

Salary: $160,000 - $200,000 base salary + bonus + equity

Brightsmith is partnered with a fast-growing software infrastructure start-up building an automation platform to optimize workflows. They are primary service providers to the ISP, telecommunications and utility sectors.

With global offices across the U.S., South Africa, and South America, they’re now expanding their Charlotte, NC team and are seeking a Vice President of Software Development. Reporting directly to the COO, you’ll take ownership of software development strategy, architecture, and execution

This is a hands-on leadership role, requiring the ability to code, architect solutions, and lead a growing team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Technical Leadership: Define and lead the U.S. software development roadmap, working with existing international teams to localize and evolve platform priorities.
• Hands-on Development: Design, architect, and develop software solutions across frontend, backend, DevOps, network management systems (NMS), and systems integration.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with internal teams, including Customer Success and Network Engineering, to align software deliverables with business goals.
• Client Interaction: Occasionally participate in early-stage client scoping meetings to translate needs into software solutions.
• On-site Leadership: Serve as an in-office leader for the Charlotte-based team, fostering collaboration, accountability, and a fast-paced, startup-like culture.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Industry Experience: 10+ years in software development, including experience building tools for telecommunications, broadband, or ISP industries.
• Leadership: Proven track record of leading software development teams, either as a VP or Director ready for the next step.
• Technical Depth: Strong coding skills across frontend, backend, and DevOps, ideally with expertise in C#, .NET, and network management systems.
• Startup Mindset: Ability to thrive in a fast-moving environment; hands-on and proactive with a builder’s mentality.
• Client-Facing Comfort: Willingness to engage directly with ISP clients for requirements gathering and solution design.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience developing software for ISPs or telecomms, either as a SaaS vendor or within an in-house software team.
• Strong understanding of systems integration, BI tools, and NMS platforms.

What They Offer:

• Competitive Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, vision; 401(k) with company match.
• Bonus & Equity: Annual bonus + equity package aligned with company performance.
• Professional Growth: Opportunity to build and lead a team from scratch with direct impact on product and business outcomes.

Travel:

• Occasional domestic travel to client sites for early project scoping and stakeholder alignment.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Executive

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering, Product Management, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Telecommunications, Internet Marketplace Platforms, and Software Development

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Medical insurance

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