Vice President of Engineering

Job Title: Vice President – Engineering / Business Unit Head Location: Pune Reporting to: Associate Chief Operations Officer - Engineering About Calsoft Calsoft is a Technology-First , leading product engineering services company that partners with global innovators to co-create next-generation software solutions. Specializing in product engineering across domains such as infrastructure products, networking, telecom, and AI/ML, we are trusted by Fortune 500 companies and high-growth startups alike. Role Overview We are looking for a visionary Vice President – Engineering or Business Unit Head to lead our engineering teams and accelerate our business growth. This strategic leadership role involves overseeing delivery excellence, driving innovation, and building high-performing teams. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional departments—Sales, Marketing, Talent Acquisition, and RMG—to shape Calsoft's future. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Strategy Lead, mentor, and inspire diverse engineering teams across locations. Align engineering efforts with company vision and business goals. Represent engineering in executive leadership meetings and planning. Business Growth Drive new customer acquisition and growth from existing clients. Lead account management and customer engagement strategies. Deliver excellent outcomes that directly contribute to P&L. Operational Excellence Oversee project execution ensuring timelines, quality, and budget goals are met. Implement engineering best practices in coding, testing, DevOps, and delivery. Optimize resource allocation and build scalable engineering processes. Innovation & Culture Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. Encourage experimentation with emerging technologies and modern methodologies. Required Qualifications 15+ years of experience in software engineering, including 5+ years in a senior leadership role. Demonstrated experience growing and managing a business unit or delivery division in a technology services company. Proven engineering/delivery leadership experience in at least one of Calsoft's core areas: Infrastructure (servers, virtualization, storage, security), Networking, Telecom, or AI/ML. Past technical experience in early career with strong business acumen and domain understanding. Management experience in a mid-sized services company (300–3000 employees). Strong grasp of Agile, DevOps, and modern SDLC practices. Excellent decision-making, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Preferred Qualifications Experience with services clients such as Dell, HPE, Cisco, VMware/Broadcom, etc. Ability to leverage industry relationships to generate business opportunities. Prior success in leading distributed/global engineering teams. Involvement in cloud infrastructure product development, AI/ML, or telecommunications services. Collaboration experience with sales/business development teams to scale service offerings. Soft Skills & Cultural Fit Inspirational leadership with a strong focus on team motivation and retention. Adaptability to fast-changing environments and proactive transformation leadership. A collaborative mindset with a commitment to inclusivity and diversity. Strategic thinker who is also execution-focused. Why Join Calsoft You'll join a culture that values innovation, transparency, and collaboration. At Calsoft, you don't just lead engineering—you help shape the future of product engineering for the digital age.