Full-Time

VP – Software Engineering

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84.51 Degrees

84.51 Degrees

1,001-5,000 employees

Data analytics for retail and consumer goods

Compensation Overview

$153k - $350k/yr

+ Variable Compensation

Expert

No H1B Sponsorship

Chicago, IL, USA + 1 more

More locations: Cincinnati, OH, USA

Candidates must be able to come into the office on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday of each week. There are no remote options for this position.

Category
Backend Engineering
Full-Stack Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Agile
Data Science
Public Speaking
Machine Learning
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • Proven ability to think and contribute at the strategic level.
  • Proven ability to translate strategic vision into successful execution and lead teams through change
  • Minimum 10 years software development experience
  • Experience leading the development of cloud native products
  • Experience partnering with Data Science and Product Management teams to deploy Machine Learning, Analytics, and AI into externally facing products
  • Experience leading global development teams spanning multiple time zones
  • Demonstrated capability to build, mentor and maintain an inclusive team-based environment.
  • Delivered innovative results in previous roles and have strong knowledge of industry trends (Advertising, Insights, and Loyalty) and industry competition.
  • Demonstrated written, verbal and presentation/ public speaking communication skills.
  • Demonstrated interpersonal skills with an ability to communicate and work effectively with diverse groups of people.
  • Proven commitment to continuous improvement within the workplace.
  • Strong performance management experience of large work groups.
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
  • Strong experience leading and operating in a lean, agile environment.
  • Strong experience building solutions in the big data, advanced analytics, data science space.
  • Strong experience leading distributed agile teams.
Responsibilities
  • Overseeing the design, development, and implementation of software solutions that meet customer needs and adhere to industry standards.
  • Driving innovation, development and strategic initiatives within Engineering.
  • Providing leadership to create clarity between Engineering priorities/projects and the strategic objectives of the 8451.
  • Collaborating with Data Science and Product Management teams to implement data science and AI capabilities into externally facing products.
  • Building relationships with key partners within the Kroger Technology organization to share best practices, help accelerate the growth of both organizations and deliver joint initiatives as appropriate.
  • Actively championing 84.51° agile mindset by demonstrating lean-agile leadership, helping manage boundaries and remove impediments for development teams.
  • Effectively communicating within Engineering, across 84.51° and global talent partners, and with the 84.51° Executive team on the vision, strategy and plans for the Adtech, Insights, and Incentives teams.
  • Recruiting, motivating, mentoring and growing a world-class Engineering team that are experts in modern cloud technology.
  • Leading global high performing teams across multiple time zones to deliver business value on time and with high quality.
  • Driving for continuous improvement in operational effectiveness within Engineering and across 84.51°.
  • Leading and coaching direct reports in the performance of responsibilities; providing ongoing feedback to direct reports and completing performance reviews.
  • Identify and implement tools and technologies that enhance productivity and efficiency within the engineering team.
  • Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitive landscape to drive innovation within the engineering team.

84.51° offers data analytics and marketing services to retailers and consumer goods companies, helping them understand and engage with their customers. By utilizing advanced data science and predictive analytics, the company provides insights into consumer behavior and preferences, allowing clients to tailor their marketing strategies effectively. Unlike many competitors, 84.51° operates on a business-to-business model, charging clients for access to its analytics tools and consulting services. The company's goal is to empower clients with deep consumer insights while fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace culture.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

M&A

Total Funding

$5.5M

Headquarters

Cincinnati, Ohio

Founded

2015

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for omnichannel retail strategies boosts 84.51°'s analytics solutions.
  • Kroger's retail media expansion creates opportunities for 84.51°'s data-driven advertising services.
  • Increased foot traffic in stores allows 84.51° to optimize in-store promotions.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from Albertsons and Walmart may impact 84.51°'s market share.
  • Kroger's in-house advertising platform could create internal competition for 84.51°.
  • Economic uncertainty may reduce demand for premium consumer insights.

What makes 84.51 Degrees unique

  • 84.51° leverages advanced data science to provide deep consumer insights.
  • The company focuses on B2B services, offering analytics to retailers and CPG manufacturers.
  • 84.51° is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Kroger Co., enhancing its retail expertise.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Company Match

401(k) Retirement Plan

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Hybrid Work Options

Mental Health Support

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