The Vice President of Engineering for DNA is a senior technology leader responsible for building and scaling data platforms, application ecosystems, and AI-enabled products that power next-generation analytical and transactional capabilities
Job Summary
The Vice President of Engineering for DNA is a senior technology leader responsible for building and scaling data platforms, application ecosystems, and AI-enabled products that power next-generation analytical and transactional capabilities.
First American’s inclusive, people-first culture has earned numerous accolades including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for ten consecutive years.
The role offers a hybrid work model based out of Santa Ana, CA, and involves leading global teams to deliver high-quality, scalable software products with a strong focus on AI readiness and operational excellence.
Matching Summary
The Vice President of Engineering for DNA is a senior technology leader responsible for building and scaling data platforms, application ecosystems, and AI-enabled products that power next-generation analytical and transactional capabilities.
Salary
Base: $236,700.00 - $315,500.00 annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO, employee stock purchase plan
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Global engineering team leadership
AI-enabled platform development
Cloud-native microservices architecture
Modern data architectures and platforms
API-first architecture design
Scalable backend systems
MLOps and LLMOps practices
Nice-to-have
People-first inclusive culture
Product-oriented mindset
Metrics-driven engineering management
Operational discipline and accountability
Experience with vector databases
Fostering engineering excellence
Cross-regional team collaboration
Key Requirements
12+ years engineering experience
5+ years senior leadership experience
Proven global team management
Experience with enterprise-scale systems
Strong programming skills (Python, Java, or similar)