VP of Engineering

3 hours ago

remote Vancouver BC Canada fulltime September Rare Days Full time $225,000 - $300,000 per year
About Us Rare Days is a multi-disciplinary digital product studio obsessed with helping creators and community-led organizations build lasting legacies. Since 2020, we've designed and built products at the intersection of content, community, and commerce — empowering creators and content-led businesses to turn their passion into sustainable platforms.
Our clients range from world-renowned creators like Esther Perel, Colin & Samir, and Sophia Amoruso to global companies like Airbnb and Notion. We specialize in membership platforms, creator tools, and community-driven products — and our edge comes from knowing these audiences as well as we know product design.
We're a distributed team, based in Canada, and are open to candidates located within 4 hours of PST time zone. Preference will be given to Canadian applicants.
About the Role The VP of Engineering at Rare Days will be a strategic leader, guiding the engineering team with a balance of technical vision, operational management, and mentorship. This role is ideal for someone who can drive innovation, operationalize processes, and cultivate an environment where engineers feel empowered to create exceptional digital products. As a key member of the executive team, the VP of Engineering will work closely with cross-functional peers to align the engineering direction with business objectives, ensuring the company's growth and success in delivering high-quality products and services to clients.
In this position, adaptability, strong communication skills, and a passion for both technology and people are essential. You'll serve as a mentor to both managers and senior individual contributors, foster a culture of continuous improvement, and establish a high-performing, collaborative team environment. Additionally, you'll play a critical role in representing engineering needs and achievements within leadership contexts, in client engagements, and in public forums, helping to reinforce Rare Days' reputation as a leader in the creator economy.
Your Responsibilities
  • Lead and inspire the 15 person engineering department, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to managers and senior staff across a diverse project portfolio.
  • Establish and maintain high standards for technical quality, team performance, and project delivery, including consistent feedback and evaluation practices.
  • Drive the strategic vision for the engineering team's operations, including establishing and optimizing processes, enhancing productivity, and aligning department goals with overall company objectives.
  • Manage client and stakeholder relationships through clear communication, setting expectations, and ensuring alignment between technical execution and business objectives.
  • Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and continuous growth of engineering talent to ensure a highly skilled and motivated team.
  • Partner with leadership to maintain strong team engagement and a collaborative company culture.
  • Step in to support project teams with hands-on guidance, particularly during critical project phases or high-stakes client interactions.

The Must-Have Shortlist
  • Experience in an agency or client services environment is required.
  • 10+ years of experience in software development, including 5+ years in engineering leadership roles with a track record of guiding teams through the end-to-end digital product lifecycle, from initial scoping to market launch.
  • Proven expertise in both frontend and backend technologies such as React/React Native, Node.JS, Rails, Go, or Python, with a solid understanding of full-stack development.
  • Skilled in communicating effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences, with confidence in presenting to executives, clients, and large groups.
  • Ability to create clear, concise documentation and architectural diagrams that reflect complex technical decisions for both internal and external audiences.
  • Strong ability to lead teams, particularly in distributed or nearshore environments, and to promote collaboration and knowledge-sharing across teams.
  • Experienced in scoping, estimating, writing, reviewing, and negotiating statements of work (SOWs), project scopes, and vendor deliverables.
  • Passion for developing talent, motivating teams, and supporting engineers to grow and achieve career success.

If you're a leader who combines technical depth with a passion for building world-class engineering teams, we'd love to hear from you Join us in creating innovative products that empower clients and deliver exceptional user experiences.
Compensation and Benefits
  • Extended health benefits for Canadian employees
  • Flexible working hours and a remote-friendly culture
  • Flexible time-off allowance for vacation, sick days, and personal time as needed. We actively encourage team members to make use of this time-off policy
  • Extended health care benefits for Canadian employees
  • The opportunity to work with well-known creators and brands, including Esther Perel, Colin & Samir, Shan Boodram, and Sophia Amoruso

*As an organization headquartered in British Columbia, we're required to post the salary range if the position is to be filled locally. The local salary range for this role is $225,000-300,000 CAD. Actual pay will take into account the candidate's experience and competencies.

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