Bridge (bridgemarketplace.com)
Vice President of Engineering
Similar Jobs
Artificial Intelligence • Computer Vision • Greentech • Machine Learning • Robotics • Industrial • Automation
Lead AMP's multidisciplinary engineering organization to define and execute technology vision and roadmap. Responsible for scaling teams across hardware, software, AI, and infrastructure; driving product development, quality systems, and reliable deployments; partnering with execs and cross-functional teams on budgets, prioritization, and metrics; recruiting and mentoring leaders; and balancing short-term delivery with long-term investments to create business value.
Top Skills:
AICloud InfrastructureDevOpsEmbedded SystemsIndustrial AutomationMachine LearningPlatform EngineeringRoboticsScada SystemsSystems Integration
Financial Services
Lead research and production deployment of LLM-based agent systems for multi-step financial workflows. Define research directions (planning, tool use, safety), fine-tune and optimize models (PEFT, distillation, quantization), apply RL and preference optimization, scale systems (caching, batching, governance), implement privacy/safety controls (PCI, auditability), design experiments and metrics, and partner cross-functionally to deliver safe, explainable AI at scale.
Top Skills:
A/B TestingBatchingCachingCi/CdDistillationHugging FaceInformation Retrieval (IndexingLlmops/MlopsMulti-Agent OrchestrationPeftPreference Optimization (Dpo/Ipo)Prompt Engineering/Prompt GovernancePythonPyTorchQuantizationRagRankingRecommendation SystemsReinforcement LearningRetrieval)Scikit-LearnTensorFlow
7 Days Ago
Artificial Intelligence • Cloud • Fintech • Information Technology • Insurance • Financial Services • Big Data Analytics
Senior technology leader responsible for strategy and execution of quality engineering and automation across advisor- and agent-facing platforms. Lead SDET teams, scale automation-first practices, embed AI/GenAI testing, integrate QE into CI/CD, advance API/microservices, performance and security testing, implement shift-left/shift-right observability, and establish QE metrics for release stability and performance.
Top Skills:
AWSAzureAzure DevopsBlazemeterCi/CdCypressDatadogDelphixDynatraceFunctionizeGatlingGCPGenaiGenrocketGithub ActionsGitlab CiInformatica TdmJenkinsJmeterJunitKarateLocustMablNew RelicOwasp ZapPactPlaywrightPostmanRest AssuredSdetSeleniumSonarqubeSplunkTestimTestngVeracode
Job description
We are seeking a Vice President of Engineering to lead our technology strategy and execution. This is the most senior role in engineering, reporting directly to the CEO. It is an opportunity to build and scale a transformative platform from the ground up.
As VP of Engineering, you will drive platform growth and innovation, advance AI and machine learning capabilities, and redefine how borrowers request financing and how lenders evaluate opportunities. You will architect, scale, and innovate a platform that sets a new industry standard, working alongside a visionary executive team and industry leading partners.
The ideal candidate is an ambitious builder, strategic innovator, and hands on leader who thrives in fast paced environments. If you are passionate about scaling impactful technology, building AI driven solutions, and leading top talent, we want to hear from you.
Location: NYC in office (Preferred)
Key Responsibilities
As the most senior engineering leader, you will report directly to the CEO and be responsible for:
- Technology and Product Strategy: Define and execute the technical roadmap focused on scalability, security, and innovation.
- Engineering Leadership: Oversee engineering, architecture, and DevOps teams, ensuring strong alignment with business goals.
- Data and AI Innovation: Build infrastructure to support analytics, AI solutions, and automation.
- Security and Compliance: Maintain compliance with key regulations (including maintaining our SOC2 certification) and lead security practices.
- Scalable Infrastructure: Guide cloud architecture, optimize AWS resources, and improve system performance.
- Cross Functional Collaboration: Partner with product, sales, and corporate development teams.
- Talent Development: Recruit, mentor, and retain engineering talent while fostering a high performance culture.
- Technical Vision and Execution: Own the long term technology vision to keep Bridge ahead of industry trends.
What You Bring
- 7+ years of engineering experience with at least 3+ years in leadership role.
- Expertise in SaaS, cloud technologies, and modern software development. Fintech and/or marketplace experience preferred.
- Success scaling teams and delivering impactful technology solutions.
- Strong knowledge of security, compliance, and financial technology regulations.
- Experience with DevOps, APIs, cloud infrastructure, and data driven product innovation.
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to attract, develop, and retain talent.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with strategic vision and ability to navigate ambiguity.
- Passion for fintech and reshaping business lending.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary with annual review.
- Annual performance bonus.
- Stock option plan participation.
- 401k plan with company contribution.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Robust parental leave policy.
- Collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth.
What Makes Us Different
- Well funded Series A fintech with top tier investors and founder led leadership team.
- Aggressive growth plan with opportunities for new products, services, and international expansion.
- Partnerships with leading corporations such as Walmart, Choice Hotels, Hilton, UPS, Best Buy, and Chipotle.
- Backed by TTV, Fin Capital, Correlation Ventures, Citi Ventures, and US Bank Ventures.
Equal Opportunity
Bridge is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Bridge (bridgemarketplace.com) Paramus, New Jersey, USA Office
Paramus, NJ, United States
Bridge (bridgemarketplace.com) New York, New York, USA Office
325 Hudson Street, New York, NY, United States, 10013
What you need to know about the NYC Tech Scene
As the undisputed financial capital of the world, New York City is an epicenter of startup funding activity. The city has a thriving fintech scene and is a major player in verticals ranging from AI to biotech, cybersecurity and digital media. It also has universities like NYU, Columbia and Cornell Tech attracting students and researchers from across the globe, providing the ecosystem with a constant influx of world-class talent. And its East Coast location and three international airports make it a perfect spot for European companies establishing a foothold in the United States.
Key Facts About NYC Tech
- Number of Tech Workers: 549,200; 6% of overall workforce (2024 CompTIA survey)
- Major Tech Employers: Capgemini, Bloomberg, IBM, Spotify
- Key Industries: Artificial intelligence, Fintech
- Funding Landscape: $25.5 billion in venture capital funding in 2024 (Pitchbook)
- Notable Investors: Greycroft, Thrive Capital, Union Square Ventures, FirstMark Capital, Tiger Global Management, Tribeca Venture Partners, Insight Partners, Two Sigma Ventures
- Research Centers and Universities: Columbia University, New York University, Fordham University, CUNY, AI Now Institute, Flatiron Institute, C.N. Yang Institute for Theoretical Physics, NASA Space Radiation Laboratory
