Vice President, Engineering

Amper is a rapidly-growing IoT startup that empowers manufacturers to unlock their potential with modern software designed for seamless operations. Our platform simplifies complex manufacturing processes, helping manufacturers reduce costs, increase visibility, and drive efficiency. True to our belief in simplicity, Amper's solutions can be self-installed on any industrial machine in just minutes, eliminating the traditional integration hassle.

We are on a mission to build the market-leading FactoryOS, enabling manufacturers to operate at the cutting edge of efficiency and innovation.

About the role…

We are seeking a driven and innovative Vice President of Engineering to lead and scale our engineering team. Starting with a talented group of five engineers, you will drive team growth, doubling and tripling its size over the next two years. In this role, you will shape our technical strategy, strengthen our engineering culture, and guide the development of our product and infrastructure to support our growth. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact and help define the technical foundation of our company.

This is role can be based out of our San Francisco or Chicago office. We support flexible work while valuing the collaboration and speed that come from working together in person.

What you’ll do…

• Define and execute the technology roadmap in alignment with company objectives.

• Lead the development and integration of AI-driven features to enhance decisioning and process automation capabilities within our solutions.

• Partner with product and data science teams to identify opportunities where AI can drive efficiency, scalability, and improved outcomes for customers.

• Recruit, develop, and retain top engineering talent, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability.

• Scale the engineering team from its current size to support the company’s growth objectives, ensuring team structures and processes evolve effectively.

• Ensure the scalability, reliability, and security of the company’s SaaS platform to support revenue growth from $6M to $50M and beyond.

• Drive high-quality product development at a high velocity, ensuring we deliver innovative solutions that meet customer needs and keep us ahead in the market.

• Oversee the implementation of best practices in software development, architecture, and infrastructure.

• Partner with Product, Sales, and Customer Success teams to deliver high-quality features that meet customer needs and drive revenue growth.

• Act as a technology evangelist, effectively communicating engineering goals and milestones to stakeholders.

• Implement and refine processes to improve development velocity, code quality, and operational efficiency.

• Manage the engineering budget, ensuring optimal allocation of resources.

What you’ll bring…

• Proven experience as a senior engineering leader (VP Engineering, Head of Engineering, CTO or similar role) in an early-stage SaaS or technology company.

• Demonstrated success scaling engineering teams and platforms in high-growth environments, ideally from $5M to $50M+ in revenue.

• Expertise in modern software development methodologies, tools, and frameworks, with a focus on SaaS platforms.

• Proven experience applying AI/ML technologies to solve complex business challenges, preferably in decisioning, automation, or workflow optimization.

• Strong understanding of AI model development, deployment, and governance, with the ability to translate technical AI capabilities into tangible business value.

• Strong understanding of cloud infrastructure, DevOps practices, and GRC/InfoSec.

• Excellent leadership and team-building skills, with a track record of creating and maintaining a high-performing engineering culture.

• Strategic thinker with the ability to balance technical innovation with business priorities.

• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to inspire and align cross-functional teams.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Bonus…

• Experience navigating the unique challenges of an early-stage company, including prioritization and resource allocation in a fast-paced environment.

• Familiarity with building products for manufacturing, IoT, or industrial tech domains

• Hands-on experience with cloud infrastructure, IoT systems, AI/ML applications, telemetry, and DevOps.

Why Join Amper?

• Be part of a mission-driven company transforming the manufacturing industry.

• Collaborate with a dynamic, innovative team that values creativity and impact.

• Enjoy competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for growth.

Compensation & Benefits:

The range of annual base salary for full-time employees for this position is $220,000-250,000, with additional incentive potential of $40,000-$50,000 at plan. Please note that pay offered will vary depending on factors including your city of residence, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amper provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), unlimited paid time off, and early-stage stock option equity.