Job Title: Vice President – Engineering / Business Unit HeadLocation: PuneReporting to: Associate Chief Operations Officer - EngineeringAbout CalsoftCalsoft is a Technology-First, leading product engineering services company that partners with global innovators to co-create next-generation software solutions. Specializing in product engineering across domains such as infrastructure products, networking, telecom, and AI/ML, we are trusted by Fortune 500 companies and high-growth startups alike.Role OverviewWe are looking for a visionary Vice President – Engineering or Business Unit Head to lead our engineering teams and accelerate our business growth. This strategic leadership role involves overseeing delivery excellence, driving innovation, and building high-performing teams. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional departments—Sales, Marketing, Talent Acquisition, and RMG—to shape Calsoft’s future.Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership & Strategy- Lead, mentor, and inspire diverse engineering teams across locations. - Align engineering efforts with company vision and business goals. - Represent engineering in executive leadership meetings and planning.Business Growth- Drive new customer acquisition and growth from existing clients. - Lead account management and customer engagement strategies. - Deliver excellent outcomes that directly contribute to P&L.Operational Excellence- Oversee project execution ensuring timelines, quality, and budget goals are met. - Implement engineering best practices in coding, testing, DevOps, and delivery. - Optimize resource allocation and build scalable engineering processes.Innovation & Culture- Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. - Encourage experimentation with emerging technologies and modern methodologies.Required Qualifications- 15+ years of experience in software engineering, including 5+ years in a senior leadership role. - Demonstrated experience growing and managing a business unit or delivery division in a technology services company. - Proven engineering/delivery leadership experience in at least one of Calsoft’s core areas: Infrastructure (servers, virtualization, storage, security), Networking, Telecom, or AI/ML. - Past technical experience in early career with strong business acumen and domain understanding. - Management experience in a mid-sized services company (300–3000 employees). - Strong grasp of Agile, DevOps, and modern SDLC practices. - Excellent decision-making, communication, and stakeholder management skills.Preferred Qualifications- Experience with services clients such as Dell, HPE, Cisco, VMware/Broadcom, etc. - Ability to leverage industry relationships to generate business opportunities. - Prior success in leading distributed/global engineering teams. - Involvement in cloud infrastructure product development, AI/ML, or telecommunications services. - Collaboration experience with sales/business development teams to scale service offerings.Soft Skills & Cultural Fit- Inspirational leadership with a strong focus on team motivation and retention. - Adaptability to fast-changing environments and proactive transformation leadership. - A collaborative mindset with a commitment to inclusivity and diversity. - Strategic thinker who is also execution-focused.Why Join Calsoft?You’ll join a culture that values innovation, transparency, and collaboration. At Calsoft, you don’t just lead engineering—you help shape the future of product engineering for the digital age.
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Vice President of Engineering