Scope
The VP of Engineering Media Infra is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing engineering strategy and execution across multiple product lines that together form a cohesive solution offering. Positioned between the CTO and the Heads of Engineering, this role ensures that day-to-day operations align with long-term strategic goals. The VP of Engineering is a member of the EVS Skippers Team and is expected to be an influential figure within it.The VP of Engineering acts as the face of the R&D department in customer-facing situations, especially during escalations, and plays a key role in building trust and credibility with clients. This role is instrumental in driving innovation within their solution, fostering cross-team collaboration, and ensuring engineering excellence across the solution portfolio.
Job Description
Strategic Leadership & VisionTranslate the strategic direction into actionable engineering roadmaps across multiple product linesDefine and evolve the Media Infra-level engineering strategy, ensuring alignment with business goals and customer needsRepresent technical delivery in cross-solution discussions and contribute to long-term planning and innovationCross-Product CoordinationLead and coordinate Heads of Engineering to ensure consistency in delivery, architecture, and quality across product linesPromote best practice sharing, architectural alignment, and reuse across teams to maximize efficiency and coherenceActively contribute to the R&D Steerco and collaborate with Product, Quality, and Operations leadershipCustomer Engagement & Escalation ManagementServe as the primary R&D representative in customer-facing situations, particularly during escalations or critical delivery phasesBuild strong relationships with key customers, ensuring transparency, responsiveness, and technical credibilityCollaborate with Customer Support, Product Management, and Sales to resolve issues and align on customer expectationsOperational ExcellenceMonitor and support the execution of engineering plans, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and risk mitigationDrive continuous improvement in engineering processes, tools, and methodologies (e.g., CI/CD, Agile, DevOps)Ensure that engineering teams are equipped to meet compliance, security, and performance standardsPeople & Talent LeadershipManage and mentor Heads of Engineering and their teams, supporting their growth and ensuring effective team leadership across product linesCollaborate with HR and the (Deputy) CTO on workforce planning, recruitment, and talent management strategiesFoster a culture of accountability, innovation, and psychological safety across engineering teamsStakeholder EngagementAct as a key liaison between engineering and other departments (Product, Customer Support, Sales, Marketing, Legal, etc.).Ensure that customer feedback and market trends are integrated into engineering priorities.Represent engineering in customer and partner engagements when needed.
ProfileA background working with Broadcast Media Infrastructure products and solutions, including real-time Media Processing, Control & Orchestration software, and Media Transport & Networking.Knowledge of AI/ML, Virtualisation & Containerisation, Cloud and Edge Infrastructure, and other software technologies is advantageous.Proven experience in leading multi-product engineering organizations in a complex, fast-paced environmentStrong strategic thinking with the ability to translate vision into scalable executionDeep understanding of software architecture, product development lifecycles, and quality assuranceExceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skillsExperience working in Agile environments and managing distributed teamsComfortable and credible in customer-facing roles, especially during high-stakes discussionsAligned with EVS values: Innovation, Passion, Excellence, Agility, Accountability, Teamwork, Customer Success.LanguagesFluent in English, excellent verbal and written communication skillsAny other languages is an asset
Offer
Becoming Part of the EVS Team not only means that you will receive a competitive salary in line with your skills and the market, but also a range of other additional wellness and healthcare benefits. Our flexible schedules and hybrid way of working (homeworking) policies will help you preserve your work-life balance. EVS will give you the tools to develop your skills and your career by giving you the opportunities of internal mobilities and a wide range of trainings. We encourage our motivated talents with a friendly, lively, and inclusive environment.Check out our website if you want to know more about why you should join EVS