VP, Engineering Desktop

An Amazing Career Opportunity for VP Engineering!! 
Location: Eden Prairie, MN & Angers, France    
Job ID: 39089
 
The vital role of the Vice President of Engineering within the Secure Issuance Business Area requires an initiative-taking and detail-oriented individual to sustain its continued growth and drive future innovation. A key focus in this role will be to drive all R&D initiatives, overseeing the innovation of our Desktop products globally. This position in our organization allows a person to showcase their skills to lead our R&D team to deliver high quality products, timely and efficiently.
 
Who are we? 

HID powers the trusted identities of the world’s people, places, and things, allowing people to transact safely, work productively and travel freely. 
We are a high-tech software company headquartered in Austin, TX, with over 4,500 worldwide employees. Check us out here: www.hidglobal.com and https://youtu.be/23km5H4K9Eo 
 

Secure Issuance (SI): 
Secure Issuance, part of HID Global, offers the world’s broadest and most sophisticated portfolio of card printers, laser engravers, encoders and software. For more than 25 years, organizations across a variety of industries — from enterprise corporations and government agencies to financial institutions and universities — have relied on HID Global Secure Issuance for the custom personalization and issuance of secure identity credentials and financial cards. With a history of pioneering patented technologies and expertise, business integrity and long-standing customer confidence, HID Global is a global leader in secure card issuance innovation. 

As our VP Engineering, you’ll support HID’s success by: 
•    Leading and directing global R&D team for the continued growth and profitability of industry leading Desktop identity issuance solutions.
•    Setting R&D vision and direction by both leading and motivating a diverse, multi-site global team, mentoring talent, and fostering both innovation and professional growth.
•    Identifying and building common product platforms from which multiple branded products are developed.
•    Creating an R&D Structure to develop the common platforms and derived products with speed and efficiency.
•    Executing development projects using SAFe/Agile development framework using the lean principles.
•    Achieving significant organizational synergies within this newly formed R&D group.
•    Directing and controlling the activities of the R&D functional area through multiple levels of management within the organization.
•    Overseeing the R&D planning, staffing (internal and external), budgeting, and managing expenses while leading changes to methods, practices, or policies to ensure achievement of objectives.
•    Employing industry best practices to align R&D strategic plans and objectives with business goals to drive innovation, address technical debt, advance system architecture, and improve processes.
•    Working with the Desktop product management functional area to help break down business directives into technology goals, define technical feasibility, and shape product roadmaps.
•    Aligning with the other R&D leaders within the functional area to ensure that technical platforms are shared where appropriate and products are interoperable with other HID offerings where applicable.
•    Overseeing multiple R&D projects / initiatives and ensure timely delivery with risk mitigation.
•    Ensuring products meet regulatory standards and oversee testing processes for reliability and compliance.
•    Providing key stakeholders within the organization with visibility into the ongoing activities of the R&D functional area, the tracking of its key performance indicators, and an assessment of its evolving impact over time.
•    Negotiating critical and controversial issues with top-level engineers and key stakeholders within other parts of the organization.
•    Representing the R&D functional area at important functions or conferences, including media interviews as required.
•    Participating in the design of and communicate an executive-level strategy for R&D.
•    Participating in the company’s Technology Council and function as a recognized technical leader within HID and across ASSA ABLOY divisions.

Your Experience and Background include:  
•    Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university (a master’s degree or additional training preferred); or at least 15 years related experience and / or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience (including supervisory experience)
•    15+ years of R&D leadership experience
•    Experience in leading R&D projects from concept to production, including budget ownership
•    A strong technical background in electro-mechanical hardware and software development
•    A proven record of driving product innovation (Pre-Product Innovation, New Product Innovation, and Continuous Product Innovation) throughout the entire development lifecycle
•    Excellent leadership and communication skills to manage cross-functional teams and collaborate with remote teams as well as third-party providers
•    Demonstrated capability in product development using the Minimum Viable Product (MVP) approach.
•    Familiarity with industry standards and has experience with emerging technologies such as IoT, AI, cloud-connected software and hardware platforms
•    A strong history of building and managing highly effective R&D teams in industries and markets like HID’s
•    Able to consistently make timely decisions and balance systematic analysis with decisiveness, even in the face of complexity
•    Meticulous and thorough, with the ability to think “big picture” and understand the key trends and levers that drive the business

What we can offer you:
•    Competitive salary and rewards package
•    Competitive benefits and annual leave offering, allowing for work-life balance
•    A vibrant, welcoming & inclusive culture 
•    Extensive career development opportunities and resources to maximize your potential
•    To be a part of a global organization that is pioneering the hardware, software and services that allow people to confidently navigate the physical and digital worlds 

Why apply? 
•    Empowerment: You’ll work as part of a global team in a flexible work environment, learning and enhancing your expertise. We welcome an opportunity to meet you and learn about your unique talents, skills, and experiences. You don’t need to check all the boxes. If you have most of the skills and experience, we want you to apply.
•    Innovation: You embrace challenges and want to drive change. We are open to ideas, including flexible work arrangements, job sharing or part-time job seekers. 
•    Integrity: You are results-orientated, reliable, and straightforward and value being treated accordingly. We want all our employees to be themselves, to feel appreciated and accepted.

HID does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. We are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

HID is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce that reflects the global communities we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Our goal is to create a workplace that empowers everyone to thrive and be their authentic selves, fostering an environment of mutual respect and inclusivity. If you have a disability and require assistance or accommodation to participate in the application process or to perform essential job functions, please contact accommodations-ext@hidglobal.com.

We make it easier for people to get where they want to go!
On an average day, think of how many times you tap, twist, tag, push or swipe to get access, find information, connect with others or track something.  HID technology is behind billions of interactions, in more than 100 countries.  We help you create a verified, trusted identity that can get you where you need to go – without having to think about it.  
 
When you join our HID team, you’ll also be part of the ASSA ABLOY Group, the global leader in access solutions. You’ll have 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally. As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.

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