LawDepot

Position Overview:LawDepot.com is currently expanding and looking to recruit a Vice President of Software Development in Edmonton, Alberta.. Supporting the CEO, you will play a pivotal role as a software development executive, overseeing our legal software platform and delivering high-quality technology initiatives.. This is a full-time permanent position, working 37.5 hours per week with opportunities for a remote work schedule.. With over ten million satisfied customers worldwide, over two million monthly website visitors, and billions of dollars saved on legal fees, you will be joining a team that is truly making a difference.. At LawDepot, we foster a collaborative and inclusive learning culture that values excellence and diversity.

vice president software development

﻿<p>Position Overview:LawDepot.com is currently expanding and looking to recruit a Vice President of Software Development in Edmonton, Alberta. Supporting the CEO, you will play a pivotal role as a software development executive, overseeing our legal software platform and delivering high-quality technology initiatives. This is a full-time permanent position, working 37.5 hours per week with opportunities for a remote work schedule.Your Role:Lead our 90+ person department comprised of Managers, Technical Leads, Architects, Scrum Masters, and Software Developers working to deliver an exceptional experience for our millions of usersDrive the strategic direction of our software development efforts, aligning them with business objectives and market needsProvide technical guidance, collaborate on technical roadmaps, build development practices / standards, review architecture designs, and holistically manage delivery efforts across multiple software development teamsEnsure teams are using the ideal tools, technologies, and processes to maximize efficiency and effectivenessDesign and optimize the Information Systems’ organizational chart to improve delivery and resource allocationDevelop and work with high level written plans to guide and align our teamsSet clear department objectives to drive success, establish performance standards, regularly evaluate results, conduct comprehensive performance management, and provide support to ensure targets are achievedCoach and mentor technical leaders to help them thrive professionally and deliver great performanceManage project scope, work estimates, schedules, and ensure deliverables are on time and within budgetFoster a culture of collaboration, sharing of information, accountability, visibility of results and work activityMaintain industry-leading practices to ensure quality, scalability, security, and maintainability across our software productsCollaborate with cross functional departments to determine business requirements, overcome obstacles, strategize timelines, share insights, and communicate updatesChampion a continuous improvement mindset and identify opportunities to grow the businessYour Skills:Proficient in technical software development leadership, along with the management of people, projects, and processes10+ years of experience in Software Leadership and Development oriented rolesExperience managing a 100+ person department in a SaaS or eCommerce industry would be idealProven track record of delivery and execution of technology initiativesIn-depth knowledge of software development best practicesPost-secondary education in Computing Science or equivalentExperience with our core technology stack: C#, TypeScript / JavaScript, SQL, .NET 6+Strong knowledge of software architecture and design patternsStrategic mindset to balance technical decisions with business needsExcellent written communication skills, with the ability to produce high quality planning documentationExcellent verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly summarize key messagesAptitude to perform assessments with excellent judgement and strong business acumenSelf motivated with a proactive drive to achieve resultsAbility to build relationships and align team membersEfficient organization and time management abilitiesFlexibility to address complex scenarios or demanding situationsAbility to learn new tools and softwareAdditional knowledge in the following areas would be an ASSET:Agile processes, including how to adapt them to company specific needs and situationsDatabase: SQL, LINQ, Entity Framework CoreJavaScript frameworks: Vue 3, Angular, ReactUnit Testing frameworks: Vitest, NUnit, xUnit, Selenium, JestSCSS (or CSS, LESS, SASS), JSON, HTMLNotion, Windows, Office, Cloud, AICompany Profile:Join one of the fastest growing companies in Canada! LawDepot is proud to be a seven-time Growth 500 ranked organization and a major player in the Global legal solutions industry. Our mission is to modernize the legal document creation experience by empowering people with fast, easy-to-use, and professional solutions. With over ten million satisfied customers worldwide, over two million monthly website visitors, and billions of dollars saved on legal fees, you will be joining a team that is truly making a difference. At LawDepot, we foster a collaborative and inclusive learning culture that values excellence and diversity. Apply today and become a part of our exciting journey!Why You Should Join the LawDepot Team:Excellent total compensation packageComprehensive health and dental benefits, plus an additional Health Care Spending / Personal Spending AccountGreat work life balance (37.5 hour work weeks, flexible schedules, ability to bank hours)Continuous learning opportunities, including LinkedIn Learning subscriptions and training budgetsCompany share planFree catered lunches for the entire officeMonthly social events for team members to enjoy (think axe throwing, rock climbing, board games, food trucks, trivia contests, and charitable activities)Casual work environmentPersonal offices for focused work and to have your individual space (plus collaborative workspaces for when you want to meet with the team)Free and easily accessible parkingSouthgate Mall, Whyte Ave, and Calgary Trail restaurants are only minutes awayHybrid working arrangements for that balance between getting work done at home and engaging with others in the officeHow to Apply:Please submit a resume and cover letter by email to career@lawdepot.ca or submit online via our Careers page at https://www.lawdepot.ca/careerWe thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.</p>

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