VP of Engineering / Tech Lead
High-Tech Professionals
San Diego, CA · Posted October 10, 2026
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- Best cities for engineering pay after cost of living #1 San Mateo ($216k)
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About the job
Job Detail Apply VP of Engineering / Tech Lead Job ID: 1940 Location: San Diego, CA Type: Permanent Status: Closed Key Skills: Java, C++, Python, Javascript, data structures, storage, cloud infrastructure, front-end frameworks, software engineering, lead, manager Description: The modern-day ERP system ("Enterprise Resource Planning") has failed. The emergence of lightweight cloud-based systems has unbundled the traditional ERP, leaving orgs with a constellation of financial systems creating a huge data issue, and not to mention a massive headache when it comes to crunching the numbers. This company integrates and harmonizes data across systems (scope is focused on structured financial data) to create a single source of truth for the org. By creating a master data set, we automate key work streams (reporting, budgeting, modeling, operations, etc), and create an easy to use solution that provides tremendous value for the org while saving time and money. We are looking for a Tech Leader to: - Build out the engineering team and set the engineering culture for our organization - Establish the companies' software architecture and lead product development - Translate mocks, designs, and wireframes into elegant and scalable products and features - Work with customers to transform how they use their financial data Requirement: - Strong engineering background in fields such as Computer Science, Mathematics, Software Engineering, and Physics - Experience with data structures, storage systems, cloud infrastructure, front-end frameworks, and other technical tools - Strong coder with demonstrated proficiency in programming languages, such as Java, C , Python, JavaScript, or similar languages - Experience putting together a team and being a hands-on developer at the same time is desirable About the Company This is a start-up company. Company offers a competitive salary IN ADDITION to substantial company equity. Prefer candidates who are located in San Diego county. To apply for this position please submit an MS Word doc of your resume and put in the subject Job ID 1940. Apply