Engineering Strategy Specialist - VTEX

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for a Engineering Strategy Specialist to take on a strategic role within our Engineering department. Reporting directly to the Senior Director of Engineering, this role will be responsible for leading the development and evolution of critical engineering initiatives and processes, driving efficiency, technical maturity, and excellence across the organization.

This position plays a pivotal role in facilitating, promoting, and accelerating the progress of strategic engineering themes. The primary challenge will be ensuring that all stakeholders involved in strategic decisions are aligned and equipped with the necessary resources to achieve optimal solutions. Strong collaboration and mediation skills with Engineering Managers and Software Engineers will be essential.

WHAT WILL YOU DO

You will collaborate closely with the Engineering leadership team, working in a structured workflow that includes:

• Focusing on a subset of strategic engineering themes aligned with current organizational priorities.
• Mapping the context, identifying key problems, and engaging relevant stakeholders.
• Developing clear, well-documented solutions aligned with the strategic engineering vision and company goals.
• Leading iterations and driving the implementation of solutions, either directly or in partnership with responsible teams.

This position is ideal for professionals seeking to make a cross-functional impact within the engineering landscape.

WHO YOU ARE

• Proven experience in technical leadership, engineering process management, and/or continuous improvement within technology organizations.
• Strong knowledge of software development best practices, quality assurance, and technical governance.
• Experience with technical performance metrics and methodologies for impact measurement.
• Ability to operate both strategically and tactically, balancing long-term vision with practical execution.
• Skilled in articulating, documenting, and refining solutions in collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence and work effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Proactive, results-oriented mindset with strong multitasking capabilities.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to tackle technical challenges and devise creative solutions.
• Experience in defining, developing, and tracking impact indicators for engineering initiatives and processes.
• Familiarity with engineering rituals and practices aimed at fostering team alignment and strategic execution.

If you are passionate about driving strategic initiatives and fostering engineering excellence, we encourage you to apply and be part of our dynamic team.

ABOUT VTEX 

VTEX (NYSE: VTEX) is the composable and complete commerce platform that delivers more efficiency and less maintenance to organizations seeking to make smarter IT investments and modernize their tech stack. Through our pragmatic composability approach, we empower brands, distributors, and retailers with unparalleled flexibility and comprehensive solutions, enabling them to invest solely in what provides a clear business advantage and boosts profitability. VTEX is trusted by 2,600 global B2C and B2B clients, including Carrefour, Colgate, Motorola, Sony, Stanley Black & Decker, and Whirlpool, having 3,500 active online stores across 43 countries (as of FY ended on December 31, 2023). For more information, visit www.vtex.com.

BENEFITS 

• Annual profit-sharing program and equity eligibility
• Health, dental, and life insurance with national coverage provided by VTEX
• Annual budget for professional development in Tech
• Language development incentive program (English, Spanish, Portuguese)
• Flexible meal allowance
• Extended parental leaves
• Child-care assistance
• Flexible work schedule and remote-first culture
• Financial assistance to build your work-from-home setup
• Wellness program
• Free shipping on 1000+ VTEX stores

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