Vice President, Software Engineering

Ascensus is the leading independent technology and service platform powering savings plans across America, providing products and expertise that help nearly 16 million people save for a better today and tomorrow.

The Vice President of Software Engineering and Development leads high-performing teams across engineering, QA, DevOps, and architecture for the assigned line of business. This role partners closely with product and business leaders to deliver scalable, secure, and high-quality software solutions. The VP drives operational efficiency through lean practices, automation, and data-driven metrics, and operationalizes AI by establishing governance, delivery patterns, and platform capabilities that move pilots into production with measurable business outcomes. This role influences enterprise technology strategy and fosters alignment across IT to deliver scalable, secure, and innovative solutions. This position reports to the SVP of Software Engineering and Development for the assigned line of business.

There is only 1 position. Can be hybrid in either our Newton, MA or Dresher, PA locations.

Leadership and Talent Development

• Attract, develop, and retain diverse, high-performing engineering, QA, DevOps, and architecture teams.
• Set clear goals and succession plans, and foster accountability, learning, and psychological safety.
• Model leadership behaviors that elevate engagement, inclusion, and performance.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning and inclusive leadership across all levels.

Operational Excellence and Efficiency

Software Delivery and Agile Execution

Innovation and Emerging Technology

Platform and Architecture Stewardship

Risk, Security, and Compliance

Financial and Vendor Management

Cross-Functional Collaboration and Client Support

General

At Ascensus we are guided by our Core Values of People Matter, Quality First and Integrity Always®. They inspire us every day to prioritize an environment of respect for those we serve and one another and should be visible in your actions on a day-to-day.

Salary and Benefits

The national average salary range for this role is $230-280k in base pay, exclusive of any bonuses and benefits. This base salary range represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position. Actual salary offered will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, performance, and internal pay alignment. We do not anticipate that candidates hired will begin at the top of the range however, from time to time, it may occur on a case-by-case basis. Other rewards and benefits may include : 401(k) match, Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid‑Time‑Off, etc. For more information, please visit careers.ascensus.com / #Benefits.

Job Posting Note

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