**Head of Software Engineering - Kohler Ventures** _Work Mode: Hybrid_ **Location** : Hybrid 3-5 days / week onsite in Palo Alto, CA or New York City, NY **Opportunity:** Kohler Ventures is an independent company wholly owned by Kohler Co., global leader in the manufacture of kitchen and bath products, tile and home interiors, and an international host to award-winning hospitality and world-class golf destinations. Our mission is to build new digital businesses that empower consumers to lead healthier lives. We explore how familiar experiences can be enhanced and innovations developed through the integration of leading-edge technology, science, and design. Come join us as we build a best-in-class global multi-disciplinary team across artificial intelligence, machine learning, design, advanced software and hardware engineering, strategy, venture investments, sales, marketing, and partnerships. Our locations are Palo Alto, CA US, New York City, NY US, Kohler, WI US, Seoul, Korea, and Tel Aviv, Israel. We are seeking a Head of Software who is passionate about designing and building engaging digital consumer mobile and web experiences powered by high-performing, secure, and robust back-end platforms. The ideal candidate will have a successful track record building and scaling software organizations, and launching high-quality products on time. **_In your role as Head of Software at Kohler Ventures you will:_** + Lead the entire software engineering function and global team in an exciting, entrepreneurial 0à 1 business and product build + Manage a large scope across apps, cloud backend, firmware, and business solutions + As a core member of the Kohler Ventures Senior Leadership Team, work collaboratively across teams and functions to ensure the success of the organization. + Direct the development team (internal employees and external contractors) in the design, development, coding, testing and debugging of software in line with customer and regulatory requirements + Lead Agile software development processes to translate needs from customers into working software. + Ensure software architecture is secure, scalable, robust, and highly functional, and integrates deeply with hardware and firmware. + Obtain the necessary regulatory certifications and audits + Make and implement platform decisions, and discover and implement new technologies that yield competitive advantage + Set and deliver success metrics for the software team including velocity/delivery, code quality, and operational effectiveness. + Own software quality assurance and testing, including automated functional and scalability testing. + Ensure an appropriate continuous integration and delivery pipeline is in place for multiple teams, and set the standards for monitoring operational effectiveness including uptime, error rates, and root cause analysis, and change management. + Recruit, excite, and develop top tier software engineering talent as part of the organization growth plan. **Skills/Requirements** 1. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, or related field from a leading university. Master’s preferred. 2. 10+ years of experience in a leadership role in a rapidly growing organization (startup or new business unit) with: + Demonstrated entrepreneurial tenacity, global team leadership, results orientation, and problem solving skills + Exemplary execution skills to stand up software development teams, and put in place leading practices, protocols, teams, and organizational structures + Excellent people management skills with the ability to attract, retain, and develop top talent + Exceptional verbal and written communication skills across all levels of the organization including Board presentations + Strong financial management skills with the ability to identify, execute and track efficiencies across the software development function + Strong technical acumen and judgment + Prior experience launching a 0-1 consumer product or business + Management of teams of 20+ individuals 3. 7+ years of hands-on technical experience in a combination of the following: + Native software mobile apps in iOS and Android for consumers + AWS and relational / non-relational databases, preferably in a regulated environment. + Operating systems and firmware development + AI data pipelines and MLOps to enable algorithm training, development, testing, and execution + Consumer electronics, smart home devices, or medical devices + Automated testing to ensure the highest quality software + Regulatory documentation + Business solutions development and maintenance for ecommerce, SAP, Salesforce 4. Ability to travel domestically and internationally 25% of the time \#LI-Hybrid \#LI-NR1 **_Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future._** _The approved base salary range for this position is_ _$176,500 - $277,400,_ _The actual base salary offered to a candidate may be higher than the approved range. This will vary depending on a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location. This position is subject to Area Salary Differential (Cost of Living Adjustment) that ranges from 24.5%-30% of base salary for the San Francisco Bay area. The approved base salary range including ASD for this position is_ _$229,450_ _-_ _$360,620_ _depending on location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus and a special project incentive. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision and 401_ _k._ **Why Choose Kohler?** We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we’re driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives. **About Us** It is Kohler’s policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact kohlerjobs@kohler.com . Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.