VP of Engineering

Detailed Responsibilities Strategy & Planning

• Oversee the Engineering & Business Analytics team strategy and roadmap supporting Home Chef’s company goals and business objectives
• Continually assess current technology systems, identify areas for improvement, and set goals for future growth and development
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement, fostering innovation and experimentation
• Oversee $1M+ software budget

• Provide strategic direction and hands‑on leadership in software & data architecture, development methodologies, and technology stack selection
• Drive process best practices including code quality, testing, scalability, and security
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies, evaluating their potential impact on the business and recommending adoption where appropriate

• Partner with product leadership & stakeholders to align team efforts with overall business strategy and objectives
• Provide technical & architectural leadership on large projects, establishing clear team ownership lanes and reasonable deadlines
• Communicate technical vision, progress, and challenges to stakeholders across the organization
• Implement and refine development processes to streamline workflows and increase productivity
• Build strong relationships with internal partners as well as external vendors to drive collaboration and innovation

• Recruit, hire, and retain top engineering talent, building a high‑performing team capable of delivering on ambitious goals
• Set clear goals and performance standards for team members
• Provide training, coaching, and professional development opportunities
• Regularly assess team structure to ensure it effectively supports company goals and strategy
• Foster a culture of continuous learning, collaboration, and innovation

Taking Ownership: We do whatever is necessary to get the job done – no job is too big or too small. We are willing to do any task at any level and get our hands dirty. We work with speed, setting realistic but aggressive timelines and do not allow lack of perfection to get in the way of progress.

Pragmatic, Next‑level Thinker: We explore new methodologies and strategies and are not constrained by conventional thinking. We take calculated risks to learn and innovate with speed, using data and insights to drive practical decisions in our fast‑paced environment.

Humble Team Player: We work collaboratively and effectively with colleagues, always putting company and team needs ahead of personal achievement. We are open to different points of view when weighing a decision and pull in diverse perspectives for fresh insights.

This position requires flexibility to travel