Vp Of Engineering

DEFCON AI

Remote
Remote
Lead and scale high-performing engineering team
Technical vision and execution strategy
Develop secure, resilient, auditable systems
DEFCON AI is seeking a proactive VP of Engineering to lead a high-performing team focused on developing AI-enabled technology for complex systems. This remote position requires a blend of technical vision, team leadership, and execution capabilities in a fast-paced environment

Job Summary

  • Lead and grow a high-performing engineering team of 10+ senior software engineers, with a strong focus on mentorship, technical excellence, and healthy delivery practices.
  • Set technical vision and execution strategy across our full stack—frontend, backend services, data platforms, and integrations with AI/optimization systems.
  • Own engineering delivery: roadmaps, execution plans, engineering standards, and architectural decisions that balance speed, quality, and long-term maintainability.

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DEFCON AI is seeking a proactive VP of Engineering to lead a high-performing team focused on developing AI-enabled technology for complex systems. This remote position requires a blend of technical vision, team leadership, and execution capabilities in a fast-paced environment.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Lead and scale high-performing engineering team
  • Technical vision and execution strategy
  • Develop secure, resilient, auditable systems
  • Partner with optimization researchers and analytics teams
  • Own engineering delivery and architectural decisions

Nice-to-have

  • Proactive leadership
  • Fast-moving startup environment
  • Drive experimentation and innovation

Key Requirements

  • 10+ senior software engineers
  • Experience with AI enabled technology
  • Experience in government and defense contexts

Work Rights

Not specified

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