VP, Product & Engineering

Headspace; United States; Remote; USD 200,000 - 310,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a visionary VP of Product Engineering to lead product engineering teams and enhance mental health care through technology. This role involves overseeing critical technology pillars, driving high-level architecture, and fostering a culture of excellence. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in engineering leadership, a strong track record in consumer-facing products, and a passion for user-centric development. Join a mission-driven organization that values diversity and is committed to creating a positive impact on mental health for millions.

Benefits

Equity

Bonus

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Monthly wellness stipend

Retirement savings match

Lifetime Headspace membership

Generous parental leave

Qualifications

• 15+ years of engineering leadership experience with 8+ years in management.
• Expertise in cloud infrastructure and scalable system design.

Responsibilities

• Craft and execute the technical vision and strategy for the organization.
• Lead and inspire a world-class engineering team focused on innovation.

Skills

Leadership

Cloud Infrastructure

Microservices

Scalable System Design

Communication Skills

Agility

User-Centric Development

Innovation

Education

Masters degree in Computer Science

Business or related field

Job description

About the VP, Product Engineering at Headspace:

At Headspace, our mission is to transform mental health care by combining mindfulness and meditation with cutting-edge technology. We’re seeking a visionary VP of Engineering to lead our product engineering teams as we scale our impact and reimagine how technology can improve mental health for millions of people.

As the VP of Product Engineering, you will oversee three critical pillars of our technology organization:

Employer and Partner Portal: Innovative tools enabling our enterprise clients to enhance workplace wellness and connect their teams with Headspace services.

Provider Experience & EHR Platform: Robust systems that empower our providers to deliver exceptional care efficiently and effectively.

Internal Software Tools: Essential infrastructure that keeps Headspace running smoothly and enables our teams to work at their best.

You’ll lead a team of experienced engineering managers and their teams, providing guidance and setting strategic direction for our technology efforts across the organization.

What you will do:

• Develop Vision and Strategy: Craft and execute the technical vision, strategy, and roadmap to align with Headspace’s business objectives.
• Drive High-Level Architecture and Design: Ensure the scalability, reliability, and security of our systems through sound architectural principles and design practices.
• Hire and Retain Top Talent: Build, lead, retain and inspire a world-class engineering organization, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.
• Foster a Culture of Excellence: Build a world-class engineering organization that thrives on innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Accelerate Time-to-Market: Partner closely with product, design, and data teams to develop innovative and impactful solutions that drive user engagement and satisfaction.
• Champion User-Centric Development: Advocate for the end-user by prioritizing usability, accessibility, and seamless experiences in every product.

What you will bring:

Required Skills:

• Proven success as a senior engineering leader, with 15+ years of progressive experience, including 8 years or more leading large engineering teams.
• Demonstrated ability to lead large-scale initiatives with a focus on speed and agility without compromising quality.
• A track record of building and scaling consumer-facing products that deliver exceptional user experiences.
• Deep expertise in modern engineering practices, including cloud infrastructure, microservices, and scalable system design.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with a track record of building and nurturing high-performing, inclusive teams.
• Champion experimentation and creativity, ensuring Headspace continues to push boundaries in technology and user experience to improve mental health through technology.

Preferred Skills:

• Masters degree in Computer Science, Business, or a related field.
• Experience in leading Engineering teams in a fast growth startup environment.
• Experience in healthcare and/or the delivery of digital health solutions.

Pay & Benefits:

The anticipated new hire base salary range for this full-time position is $200k-$310,000k + equity + bonus + benefits. Our salary ranges are based on the job, level, and location, and reflect the lowest to highest geographic markets where we are hiring for this role within the United States. Within this range, individual compensation is determined by a candidate’s location as well as a range of factors including but not limited to: unique relevant experience, job-related skills, and education or training.

Your recruiter will provide more details on the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process. At Headspace, base salary is but one component of our Total Rewards package. We’re proud of our robust package inclusive of: base salary, stock awards, comprehensive healthcare coverage, monthly wellness stipend, retirement savings match, lifetime Headspace membership, generous parental leave, and more. Additional details about our Total Rewards package will be provided during the recruitment process.

How we feel about Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging:

Headspace is committed to bringing together humans from different backgrounds and perspectives, providing employees with a safe and welcoming work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We strive to create a diverse & inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, feel a sense of belonging, and do impactful work together.

As an equal opportunity employer, we prohibit any unlawful discrimination against a job applicant on the basis of their race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, family or parental status, disability*, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We respect the laws enforced by the EEOC and are dedicated to going above and beyond in fostering diversity across our workplace.

*Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Headspace.