At Confluence, we’ve always been driven by a commitment to innovation, precision, and partnership in the investment data space. Our global footprint now spans multiple countries, giving our employees the opportunity to get exposure to other countries and cultures. And it stands to reason that none of this would have been possible without the hundreds of hard-working employees who work at Confluence.

Department: Development - Software Development
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Workplace type: Hybrid
Reporting To: Chris R Evans

More about the role & team

Confluence is seeking an accomplished and visionary Senior Vice President to lead our global engineering organisation. This executive role provides leadership across multiple product lines, with accountability for the structure, performance, and scalability of engineering teams worldwide. You will architect and operationalise global delivery centres and Centres of Excellence (CoEs), driving consistency, efficiency, and innovation across geographies.

Strategic Impact

High level of autonomy and ownership over engineering methodology, team structure, and organisational strategy.

Leadership Visibility

Direct influence on leadership expectations, talent development, and team effectiveness.

Hybrid Flexibility

Preference for hybrid working with regular office presence in Pittsburgh, but open to remote for the right candidate.

Growth Opportunity

Opportunity to shape and lead a Centre of Excellence and influence cross-functional improvements across the business.

Key Responsibilities

Architect and implement a unified global delivery model across local, near-shore, and offshore sites.
Establish and mature global delivery centres (CoEs) to centralise capabilities and drive scalability.
Optimise engineering organisation design, role clarity, and leadership layers for efficiency and predictability.
Define and implement common delivery frameworks, SDLC standards, and performance metrics across all teams.
Lead adoption of Artificial Intelligence across the development lifecycle, including:
- Embedding AI-assisted tools for coding, testing, and documentation.
- Introducing AI-driven analytics for delivery forecasting, quality prediction, and resource optimisation.
- Championing continuous learning and governance around emerging AI technologies in software engineering.
Build strong cross-functional alignment with Product, Operations, and Customer Success to ensure delivery reliability and speed.
Develop and mentor the engineering leadership team; strengthen management capability and accountability.
Drive continuous improvement in planning, release cadence, and quality across product lines.
Lead global workforce planning, talent strategy, and vendor integration to achieve optimal cost, agility, and skill mix.
Own engineering budgets, capacity planning, and delivery performance reporting.

What skills and experience do I need to succeed?

Essential Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or related technical discipline.
15+ years in software engineering leadership, including leading large (200+) globally distributed organisations.
Proven success designing, building, and scaling global delivery centres or CoEs (local/near-shore/offshore).
Deep experience harmonising diverse teams and cultures into cohesive global operating models.
Expertise in SDLC optimisation, delivery governance, and process standardisation across multiple product domains.
Demonstrated record of improving throughput, quality, and predictability at scale.
Strong people leadership background: building high-performing management layers and leadership pipelines.
Advanced knowledge of cloud computing, software architecture, and SaaS scalability frameworks.
Operational discipline in metrics, planning, and continuous improvement frameworks.

Desirable Requirements:

Master’s degree in Technology Management, Engineering Management, or Business Administration (MBA).
Relevant professional certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Certified ScrumMaster, CISSP).
Background in SaaS or enterprise software environments.
Experience in regulated industries or financial services.
Familiarity with diverse technology environments (AWS, Azure, C#, Java, web and thick client applications).
Experience in companies where visibility and hands-on leadership are key.
Awareness of global talent strategies, including potential onshore expansion.

What do we offer?

Confluence offers generous benefit packages for team members. As a growing, global organization, we are always looking for ways to ensure that our employees can access benefits that matter to them and their families. This includes:

🕚 Generous Time Off packages including additional half days with each public holiday in your location.

🌎 Global Career Development opportunities

🎊 Social Events

💵 Referral Bonus scheme - Upto $3,000 per successful referral

🚀 Plus many more!

More about the Location

We offer flexible working options for all employees. You would work partly from our Pittsburgh office, although there is an opportunity to work remotely and travel internationally.

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Values

We look for people who align with our 4 values.

Integrity

Face reality with honesty, courage and accountability

Imagination

Deal creatively with challenges and envision what the world could be

Discipline

Build good habits into reflexes which become a part of our life

Service

Committed to the success of others

If you would like to find out more about a Career at Confluence, please apply today.

If you believe that this job posting is noncompliant, please email us at recruitment@confluence.com.

Pre-Employment Screening Disclaimer
As part of our recruitment process, we carry out identity checks on all candidates. Offers of employment are conditional upon the completion of satisfactory background checks prior to the commencement of work. These checks may include verification of identity, right to work in the UK, employment history, and other relevant pre-employment screening.

Please note that additional checks may be required depending on the nature of the role and the jurisdiction in which the role is based or operates. These may include, but are not limited to, criminal record checks or financial background checks where applicable.

About Confluence Technologies

As a leading global technology solutions provider to the investment management industry, Confluence helps clients solve complex investment data challenges across the front, middle and back office. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, Confluence services over 1000 clients in 40 countries, with locations across Europe, North America, South Africa, Australia and Asia.