Appfire is hiring a
Vice President Software Engineering

Summary

Join Appfire and choose how you work, balance your life without compromise, and grow on your terms. We are seeking an experienced Vice President of Cloud Infrastructure to lead and manage our strategy and operations in cloud infrastructure.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field. MBA or advanced degree preferred
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in cloud infrastructure management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role
• Extensive experience with major cloud platforms including AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform
• Deep understanding of cloud architecture, services, and security
• Familiarity with cloud frameworks such as ITIL and DevOps practices
• Ability to develop and implement long-term cloud strategies that align with business goals
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
• Proven experience in managing cloud budgets and financial planning
• Ability to make data-driven financial decisions and optimize cloud spending

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive cloud infrastructure strategy that aligns with the company’s goals and growth objectives
• Oversee the design, implementation, and management of the company’s array of cloud environments, including AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform, and other relevant cloud services
• Drive the scaling of our SaaS software platforms to support rapid growth
• Champion the use of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles to automate and streamline cloud infrastructure management
• Embed a strong security mindset into all aspects of cloud infrastructure management
• Leverage global experience to manage and optimize cloud infrastructure across multiple regions and data centers
• Effectively coordinate and collaborate with global teams across multiple time zones
• Work closely with the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Chief Product Officer (CPO), and other senior executives to align cloud infrastructure strategies with overall business objectives
• Lead and mentor a team of cloud infrastructure professionals
• Develop and manage the cloud infrastructure budget
• Identify potential risks to cloud infrastructure stability and security
• Implement robust risk management strategies, ensure compliance with industry regulations, and manage disaster recovery plans
• Manage relationships with cloud service providers and other key vendors
• Negotiate contracts, evaluate service levels, and ensure alignment with company requirements
• Stay abreast of emerging cloud technologies and industry trends
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement in cloud infrastructure processes and systems
• Plan for future scale by anticipating growth and evolving needs
• Lead the response to critical incidents affecting cloud infrastructure

Benefits

• Every Appfire employee is eligible for company equity
• Remote Work: flexibility to work from home or from our offices + remote working allowance up to INR 12,000 per annum (paid monthly)
• Unlimited paid sick leave in the event of an employee’s own illness or injury
• Annual Leave: 21 working days of paid annual leave
• Public Holidays: 10 days of paid public holidays per calendar year
• Paternity and Maternity Leave Offerings
• Group Medical Insurance: Coverage of INR 5,00,000 per annum for a family including dependents parents with no additional cost
• Personal Accident Insurance: Coverage up to INR 15,00,000 for the employee
• Group Term Life Insurance: Coverage up to INR 15,00,000 for the employee
• Employee deposit linked insurance scheme (EDLI): Employees are covered up to INR 7,00,000 as per the EDLI rules
• Crèche benefit
• Training and development: access to a comprehensive library of training videos