VP, Software Engineering - Guide the next generation of one of the largest social networking sites!

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The Opportunity :

Classmates Online seeks a Vice President of Software Engineering to lead the technical growth of the Classmates.com website. Reporting to the CTO, this position will be responsible for the development and maintenance of customer-facing web and email products. Main duties would include but not be limited to the following:

1.  Establish the technical vision for the company while monitoring the competitive landscape to identify industry and technology trends.

2.  Develop strategies to introduce new or complementary products or technologies that will increase market share.

3.  Establish and direct departmental goals and objectives and ensure alignment with strategic business objectives.

4.  Drive strategic planning and budgeting process for IT organization.

5.  Set a high standard for teamwork, results, and levels of customer awareness and service and have the ability to be flexible and adaptable when necessary.

6.  Hire, manage and retain top-notch engineering managers and senior individual contributors.

7.  Participate as an integral member of the company’s executive management team.

 

The Job Requirements:

1.  10-15 years of experience in software management, including a minimum of 5 years at a senior management level at a company larger than 100 people.

2.  5-10 years experience in managing large development projects of 40 plus people.

3.  5+ years of experience as a software developer in applications and Unix infrastructure.

4.  Prior experience building highly available software systems essential.  Experience in building major public websites a plus.

5.  BS in computer science, math or a related field preferred, an MS or PhD a plus.

6.  A strategic thinker that can develop and articulate a plan for organizational development appropriate for direction and growth. 

7.  Excellent communication skills in both written and oral forms, with staff members, customers, suppliers, and the management team with the ability to make decisions, take action and get results.

8.  Experience managing across multiple technical areas a plus (e.g., applications development, network engineering, and operations).

9.  Ability to understand the business and apply technology solutions to deliver results and products, while staying current in technology trends.

10.  A hands on active leader and mentor who enjoys face time with their team and who will provide appropriate direction and guidance in the development of the IT staff capable of setting clear and measurable expectations.

11.  Knowledgeable in the use of structured project methodologies and/or project planning tools. Experience in instituting standards, procedures and methodologies always looking for areas of improvement and better ways to do things.

12.  Demonstrated skill in the development of policies and procedures needed to provide a scalable and effective IT service function for Classmates.




Who are we?

Classmates.com is a profitable website that’s been evolving since 1995. Once a directory for high schools, now a growing social networking site, we’ve not only increased our revenue, we’ve also proven to be one of the few websites who’s stood the test of time. Why? Because we provide value to our users by offering connections to people who matter. And we’re poised to take the lead in the social media revolution with a team of passionate, innovative thinkers. We’re a brand in transition—positioned to be a powerhouse for years to come.

 

Who are you?

You would rather make an impact rather than be a cog in the corporate wheel.

You thirst for the uphill climb and staking a flag on top of that hill for all to see.

You can tap into a wealth of opportunities bubbling just below the surface.

You can see beyond buzz and offer real value to consumers.

You fit in well with other whip-smart and engaged professionals.

You value a hard-working and fun-loving culture.

You roll up your sleeves when you hear the word “underdog.”

You do your job with unabashed professionalism.

You want to help redefine the category of social media networking.

You have impeccable integrity.

You care.

 

Why should we connect?

Classmates is a great place to work. We’ll give you some reasons why: Everyone’s joined a social networking site. Only cool people work for one. We love our employees and treat them well.People who connect people to people are good people.There’s no time to get bored.Creativity and innovation are part of our daily routine.We’re changing the world, one member at a time.

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