Vice President of Software Engineering

Title: Vice President of Software Engineering Join The #1 Furniture Company-Join The #1 Furniture Brand Ashley Furniture Industries Inc. is the largest manufacturer of furniture in the world. Established in 1945, Ashley offers one of the industrys broadest product assortments to retail partners in 123 countries. Join our team and utilize leading-edge technology to configure, develop, deliver and support applications for our business in areas such as Wholesale, Retail, and Digital Commerce and you will be part of challenging projects to build and support technical solutions for rapidly growing business needs. Our IT team combines a highly skilled workforce, the most advanced equipment available, and incredible computer optimization to create one of the most agile operations in the industry! Summary: The Vice President of Software Engineering/Development is a strategic technology leader responsible for directing and evolving multiple software development teams organized by technical specialization and expertise. This executive position oversees the entire software development organization, drives technical innovation, and aligns development capabilities with business objectives. The role requires exceptional leadership skills to manage diverse teams of specialists while fostering a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. Primary Job Functions: Be responsible for resource allocation to teams, for projects in a fast-paced environment Drive technical excellence through establishment and enforcement of development standards, architectural principles, and best practices Build and maintain high-performing teams organized by technical specialization, including recruitment, development, and retention strategies Lead technical innovation initiatives and drive adoption of emerging technologies where appropriate Oversee development and execution of technical road maps aligned with business objectives Establish and monitor key performance indicators for development teams and individual contributors Manage relationships with key stakeholders, including C-level executives, business partners, and technical leaders Ensure effective cross-team collaboration and knowledge sharing between specialized groups Oversee technical debt management and modernization Manage departmental budget and resource allocation Foster a culture of innovation, learning, and technical excellence Must be able to read code, and be able to perform PR reviews Make employment decisions and/or recommendations on hiring, improvement plans, transfers, promotions, corrective actions, terminations, pay adjustments, etc. Manage employee performance and assist employees in making improvements to their performance through coaching, mentoring and administering performance reviews. Recommend, plan and/or implement employee training and skill development activities. Communicate company and departmental issues and goals and facilitate employee growth and development through weekly team meetings, regular individual employee meetings, coaching, training, and company-offered learning opportunities. Communicate company and departmental issues and goals and facilitate employee growth and development through weekly team meetings, regular individual employee meetings, coaching, training, and company-offered learning opportunities. Manage resources to optimize equipment, facilities, employees, methods and materials. Demonstrate the Companys Core and Growth Values in the performance of all job functions. Very Familiar with all of the following: Strong attention to detail Strategic leadership and vision Technical expertise and credibility Business acumen Team building and development Change management Excellent verbal and written communication skills Excellent interpersonal skills Effective time management and organizational skills Work independently as well as in a team environment Document management system Analytical and problem solving skills Job Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field or equivalent experience Experience: 15+ years of progressive software development experience 10+ years of technology leadership experience managing large development organizations Proven track record of building and leading high-performing technical teams Deep understanding of modern software development practices, architectures, and technologies Strong technical background with hands-on development experience Experience with multiple development methodologies (Agile, DevOps, etc.) Excellence in strategic planning and execution Strong business acumen and financial management skills Apply today and find your home at Ashley! Benefits We Offer Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Your Birthday off Generous Employee Discount on home furnishings Professional Development Opportunities Ashley Wellness Centers (location specific) and Medical Tourism Telehealth 401(k) and Profit Sharing Life Insurance Our Core Values Honesty & Integrity Passion, Drive, Discipline Continuous Improvement/Operational Excellence Dirty Fingernail Growth Focused To learn more about Ashley Furniture, our community engagement programs, environmental stewardship, and our core values, please visit our Corporate Social Responsibility information page: Corporate Social Responsibility We are an equal opportunity employer and provide a drug-free working environment. While Ashley appreciates the interest of all candidates only those meeting specific position requirements may be contacted. Principals Only.