Vice President of Engineering
Description
We’re looking for a hands-on, visionary Vice President of Engineering to shape our software strategy, drive innovation, and leverage AI and automation to deliver scalable, secure, next-generation solutions. This role is all about engineering leadership and technical impact—not people management.
What You’ll Do
- Define and execute a bold, forward-thinking software engineering strategy.
- Drive adoption of cutting-edge tech: AI-driven DevOps, Generative AI/LLMs, DevSecOps, cloud-native/serverless, microservices, CI/CD, and low-code/no-code platforms.
- Architect systems for scalability, security, and sustainability.
- Implement frameworks that accelerate delivery and improve quality.
- Manage technical debt while ensuring long-term system health.
- Establish key metrics for velocity, reliability, and quality.
- Lead secure, compliant, and innovative software engineering practices.
What You Bring
- 10+ years in software engineering leadership (5+ years at VP/Senior Director level)
- Deep expertise in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), microservices, CI/CD, and containerization tools
- Proven success driving Agile/DevOps transformations
- Experience implementing AI/ML and automation initiatives
- Bachelor’s in CS or related field (advanced degree preferred)
Why ACA and Why Spartanburg?
At ACA, you won’t just influence the future of technology — you’ll build it.
You’ll work alongside ambitious engineers, forward-thinking leaders, and innovators who believe that great ideas are only as powerful as their execution.
You’ll work alongside ambitious engineers, forward-thinking leaders, and innovators who believe that great ideas are only as powerful as their execution.
We move fast, challenge convention, and push technology to its limits — all while keeping security, quality, and sustainability at the core.
Spartanburg, SC offers a vibrant, affordable lifestyle with lakes, trails, and a growing culinary and arts scene. You're an hour from Greenville, Charlotte, and Asheville, and the Blue Ridge Mountains, and within three hours of Charleston, Atlanta, and the beaches.
EEO Statement
EEO Statement
ACA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. ACA complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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