Vice President, Engineering

About Octagos Health:

Octagos Health is a dynamic and rapidly growing healthcare technology company dedicated to improving patient outcomes through advanced healthcare solutions. We are seeking a dedicated and visionary Vice President of Engineering to oversee and own the strategy and development of our engineering department. 

Position Summary:

The Vice President of Engineering will be responsible for aligning with the executive team’s vision with the technical strategy, mentoring the engineering team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality products, and fostering a culture of innovation, efficiency, and continuous improvement. In concert with the CEO and CTO, this position oversees all engineering efforts, drives innovation, and ensures the delivery of high-quality technology solutions.

This is an office-based position located in Houston, Texas, with quarterly travel to India required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership:

  • Define and communicate the technical vision and strategy for engineering

  • Align engineering efforts with the company's overall business goals

  • Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and trends

  • Develop and implement engineering processes and best practices

  • Work cross-functionally to collaborate with product, engineering, and customer success teams to ensure alignment on customer feedback, feature requests, and product development priorities

  • Act as a key liaison between the CEO, CTO and product teams to ensure the right solutions are delivered.

• Technical Expertise:

  • Maintain a strong understanding of software engineering principles, architecture, and system design. 

  • Stay up-to-date on the latest technologies and trends. 

  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members. 

  • Conduct technical reviews and provide feedback on code quality and architecture. 

• Operational Efficiency:

  • Optimize engineering processes and workflows. 

  • Manage R&D costs and ensure efficient resource allocation. 

  • Monitor and measure key performance indicators (KPIs). 

  • Identify and address bottlenecks and inefficiencies. 

• Team Leadership and Management:

  • Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of engineers, including directors, managers, and development teams. 

  • Foster a collaborative and high-performing engineering culture. 

  • Provide engineer individual and team lead performance feedback and conduct regular reviews to maximize quality and speed of output. 

  • Foster a collaborative and high-performing engineering culture. 

  • Assist in recruiting, hiring, and onboarding of engineers. 

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in a related field, such as engineering or computer science. A master's degree with a focus on engineering management or technology management is preferred.

• Experience: 10 years of engineering management experience, with 5 years in a leadership role. Experience managing SaaS from inception through launch and iteration. Experience managing cross-functional teams including product and engineering in a high-growth, early-stage environment is desirable. 

Skills:

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to make decisions.

• Ability to meet deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to think strategically and problem solve.

• Effective collaboration skills. 

• Excellent technical proficiency in programming languages, database management and cloud computing. (i.e. Angular, C#, .NET, SQL, Azure)

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Why Join Octagos Health?

• Innovative Environment: Be part of a forward-thinking company that is shaping the future of healthcare.

• Growth Opportunities: Take advantage of opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

• Collaborative Culture: Work in a supportive and collaborative environment where your contributions are valued.

• Competitive Compensation: Receive a competitive salary and benefits package.