VP / Head of Technology

About the job

The VP / Head of Technology will lead Powerweave's technology function across engineering, product development, cloud infrastructure, security, and AI-led initiatives. This role focuses on delivering scalable, high-quality technology solutions across Powerweave's core verticals including eCommerce, Procurement & e-Sourcing, ERP integrations, Sustainability/ESG, and Business Services. Roles and Responsibilities: Technology Execution & Architecture Leadership • Own and execute the technology roadmap aligned with business goals. • Build and maintain scalable architecture supporting multiple verticals. • Enforce engineering best practices, code quality, performance, and security. • Lead platform modernization including microservices, cloud-native architecture, API-first systems, and integration frameworks. Product & Engineering Delivery • Manage multi-product engineering teams across eCommerce platforms, procurement systems, ERP integrations, analytics, and ESG solutions. • Own the full SDLC — requirements, design, development, testing, deployment, support. • Implement Agile, DevOps, CI/CD for faster releases and improved reliability. • Oversee product/platform interoperability across all Powerweave systems. Vertical-Specific Technology Leadership • Ensure interoperability with SAP Ariba, Coupa, Oracle, MS Dynamics, etc. • Drive development of scalable B2B/B2C commerce platforms, headless commerce, marketplace integrations, and personalization capabilities. • Support development of GHG tracking, reporting systems, and sustainability analytics platforms. • Enhance operational platforms with automation, workflow management, dashboards, and AI-driven efficiency tools. Data, Cloud, Security & Infrastructure • Own cloud infrastructure strategy (Azure/AWS/GCP). • Ensure adherence to compliance standards (SOC2, ISO 27001, GDPR). • Lead cybersecurity policies, monitoring, threat detection, and recovery planning. • Drive observability, cost optimization, and system scalability. AI, Automation & Innovation • Build frameworks for workflow automation, supplier analytics, personalization, and operational efficiency. • Lead R&D for emerging tech aligned to business needs. Leadership & Team Management • Lead and mentor engineering managers, architects, developers, QA, and DevOps. • Drive a culture of ownership, innovation, continuous learning, and performance accountability. Stakeholder Collaboration • Partner with Sales, Delivery, Product, and Business Teams to align technology outcomes with customer needs. • Ensure transparent reporting on project status, risks, and technology KPIs. Education, Training, Skills, and Experience Requirements: • 16+ years in technology execution roles, including 5–7 years in senior leadership. • Strong background in multi-product engineering for B2B platforms or enterprise systems. Technical Skills • Expertise in cloud platforms (Azure/AWS/GCP), microservices architecture, API frameworks. • Strong grasp of procurement tech, ERP integrations, eCommerce platforms, and enterprise-scale systems. • Hands-on exposure to AI/ML, automation tools, data engineering, and analytics stacks. • Strong understanding of security, compliance, scalability, performance engineering. Leadership Competencies • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. • Ability to lead distributed teams, manage complexity, and drive measurable outcomes. Education • Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent. • Additional leadership education (MBA or similar) is a plus, not mandatory. Travel Requirements • Occasional travel for client meetings, technology reviews, or global delivery coordination.