Backbase

Senior Vice President, Engineering

United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Cloud Storage, Computer Backup, BiotechnologyIndustries

Requirements

The ideal candidate is a transformative technology leader with deep experience scaling complex platforms in growth-stage and enterprise environments. They must be a hands-on, servant leader who blends technical depth with business acumen, capable of architecting modern, AI-forward systems while preserving reliability and customer trust. A proven track record of leading distributed engineering teams, driving platform modernization, and applying AI/ML across products and internal operations is required. A global mindset, passion for innovation, and commitment to building high-performing, inclusive engineering cultures are essential.

Responsibilities

The Senior Vice President of Engineering will oversee a team of over 70 FTEs, shaping and executing long-term technical and strategic plans to drive innovation and accelerate growth. This role involves leading teams to enhance and maintain the storage platform, fostering a high-velocity, customer-centric product development culture, and architecting the company's AI strategy. Responsibilities include setting technical vision and strategy, leading the engineering organization, owning platform modernization, driving AI/ML innovation, ensuring world-class reliability, scaling organizational capability through recruitment and mentorship, and collaborating across departments to align technology delivery with customer and commercial outcomes. The executive will also balance bold technical bets with pragmatic execution, driving a culture of decision-making, experimentation, and speed.

Skills

Technical Vision
Strategy
AI Strategy
Product Development
Cloud Storage
Computer Backup
Global Engineering Teams
High-Growth Environments
Mature Environments
Customer-Centric Culture
Technical Architecture
Innovation Roadmap
Servant Leadership
Operational Rigor
Executive Leadership

Backbase

Engagement banking platform for digital transformation

About Backbase

Backbase offers an Engagement Banking Platform that helps banks modernize their customer interactions and internal operations by replacing outdated IT systems. The platform allows banks to enhance customer journeys and eliminate operational silos, empowering both customers and employees. Backbase stands out by providing out-of-the-box web and mobile solutions, along with Model Bank accelerators that simplify digital transformation. The company generates revenue through platform usage fees, comprehensive documentation, and training, while also enabling banks to create unique features with their open APIs and SDK.

Amsterdam, NetherlandsHeadquarters
2003Year Founded
$128.4MTotal Funding
GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage
FintechIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Hybrid Work Options

Risks

Emerging regulations like the EU AI Act may increase compliance costs for Backbase.
Competition from other fintech companies could erode Backbase's market share.
Integration challenges with TD Bank may arise if customer expectations are not met.

Differentiation

Backbase's platform offers seamless integration with any back-end system for banks.
The company provides out-of-the-box web and mobile journeys for digital transformation.
Backbase's Model Bank accelerators embody industry best practices for rapid implementation.

Upsides

Partnership with TD Bank enhances digital experiences for over two million cardholders.
Collaboration with Seven expands Backbase's influence in Africa and the Middle East.
Increased AI adoption in banking offers Backbase opportunities to enhance platform capabilities.

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