SVP, Engineering

Summary

Join Mediavine as their SVP of Engineering and lead their growing Engineering department. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will oversee the strategic direction and operational excellence of the department. This role requires a visionary leader who can drive innovation, build scalable systems, and foster a collaborative culture. You will lead a team of engineers, partner with cross-functional stakeholders, and deliver impactful, data-driven solutions. The position demands significant experience in engineering leadership, managing large teams, and handling multi-million dollar budgets. Mediavine offers a competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits.

Requirements

• 15+ years of progressive engineering experience, including 10+ years in leadership roles within software development or technical operations
• Proven success managing engineering organizations of 40+ team members in a remote or distributed environment
• Expertise in designing, building, and scaling complex technical systems, including backend infrastructure, frontend platforms, and cloud infrastructure management
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional collaboration, delivering impactful results through alignment and partnership with stakeholders
• Strong leadership qualities, including emotional intelligence, servant leadership, and a focus on mentorship and team development
• Experience with financial oversight, including developing and managing multi-million-dollar budgets
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to diverse audiences, including executives and non-technical stakeholders
• Deep understanding of privacy laws (e.g., GDPR, CCPA) and security best practices, ensuring compliance across all systems
• Proven track record of balancing strategic vision with operational execution, delivering on short-term goals while preparing for future growth
• A passion for fostering an inclusive, innovative culture that supports employee development and long-term retention
• Availability to travel to on-site locations for team retreats, leadership meetings and the annual all hands events approximately 25% of the time
• Applicants must be based in the United States

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute an engineering strategy aligned with Mediavine’s business objectives, ensuring scalability, innovation, and operational efficiency
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a high-performing team of engineers and engineering managers, cultivating a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative culture
• Oversee the delivery of scalable, secure, and reliable software solutions, ensuring the effective execution of product roadmaps in collaboration with Product and Support teams
• Establish and track engineering KPIs to measure performance, system reliability, and team productivity, using insights to drive continuous improvement
• Partner with the executive team to develop long-term engineering goals, operational budgets, and resource allocation plans
• Drive technical vision and direction, ensuring Mediavine remains at the forefront of industry trends and emerging technologies
• Lead Mediavine’s infrastructure and platform strategies to support growth, ensuring optimal performance and cost-effectiveness
• Manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts for tools, software, and services critical to engineering operations
• Represent the Engineering team in executive and cross-functional leadership meetings, advocating for resources and driving alignment on company priorities
• Availability to travel to on-site locations for team retreats, leadership meetings and the annual all hands events approximately 25% of the time

Benefits

• 100% remote
• Comprehensive benefits including Health, Dental, Vision and 401k match
• Generous paid time off
• Wellness and Home Office Perks
• Up to 12 weeks of paid Parental Leave
• Inclusive Family Forming Benefits
• Professional development opportunities
• Travel opportunities for teams, our annual All Hands retreat as well as industry events