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Direct Supply

AI-powered procurement for elder care

Vice President of Engineering

Engineering LeadershipUpdated on Nov 14
Full-timeMilwaukee, WI, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is required.
  • At least 15 years of experience in software engineering and architecture is required.
  • At least 10 years of progressive people leadership, including leading senior technical leaders across multiple teams or departments, is required.
  • Proven success leading large-scale engineering organizations, scaling engineering teams, and building AI-first platforms is required.
  • Deep knowledge of the software development lifecycle, cloud-native architectures, and modern engineering practices is required.
  • Ability to lead complex technology organizations through change, align technical vision with enterprise strategy, and communicate effectively with executives and cross-functional stakeholders is required.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the enterprise-wide Engineering function and set its vision and operating model to drive AI-first product development and platform innovation.
  • Develop and mentor engineering leaders across Solution Groups, fostering ownership, experimentation, continuous improvement, and high performance.
  • Shape technical strategy with Product, Architecture, and Platform leaders to deliver reliable, scalable, and secure solutions.
  • Establish strategic engineering priorities and accountability to drive execution and measurable business results.
  • Drive operational excellence and high-quality execution across engineering teams to deliver customer-centric outcomes.
  • Champion modern engineering practices and organizational agility to accelerate time-to-market and value delivery.
  • Align engineering investments with enterprise strategy through close collaboration with executive leadership.
  • Explore emerging tools, AI capabilities, and start-up-like models to advance engineering innovation and transformation.
  • Scale disciplined software engineering practices across the portfolio to support an AI-powered, market-leading technology strategy.
  • Lead the organization through change and ambiguity, building alignment around a clear technical vision and direction.

Desired Qualifications

  • A master's degree is preferred.
  • Experience in high-growth or start-up, regulated, enterprise, or multi-product technology environments is preferred.
  • AI, architecture, or cloud certifications and demonstrated thought leadership in engineering, AI, or product development are preferred.

About the Company

Direct Supply

AI-powered procurement for elder care

Direct Supply helps senior-care providers run better by combining 40+ years of industry experience with AI, automation, and actionable insights. Its offerings include intelligent supply chains, advanced procurement tools, and purpose-built technology that streamline operations and improve resident outcomes. The company differentiates itself through its deep focus on senior living, a blend of technology with practical frontline support and policy advocacy, and end-to-end solutions that integrate sourcing, logistics, and care environments. Its goal is to empower providers to create stronger, more efficient care environments for America’s seniors and to advance the field of senior care through smarter processes and advocacy.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Grant
Total funding
$22.5M
Headquarters
Milwaukee, WI
Founded
1985

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