Vice President of Software Engineering

About AmeriSave
AmeriSave Mortgage is one of the nation’s leading direct mortgage lenders, driven by innovation, data, and a relentless focus on customer experience. For over two decades, we’ve redefined how consumers access mortgage financing—combining digital technology with a high-performance sales organization. Our aggressive investment in marketing and lead generation fuels consistent growth, and our technology teams are at the center of that success.
Position Summary
We are seeking a strategic, hands-on VP of Software Engineering to lead the development, scalability, and innovation of our marketing technology ecosystem. This leader will partner closely with Marketing, Product, and Sales to deliver high-impact digital experiences, optimize lead generation, and maximize conversion performance.
This is a player-coach role—you will not only lead high-performing engineering teams but also contribute directly to the codebase, helping drive architecture decisions and accelerate delivery. This position will report to the CIO.
What You'll Do
Lead and scale high-performing engineering teams focused on marketing technology and customer acquisition platforms
Contribute hands-on to system design and development, writing high-quality, production-ready code
Drive the architecture, development, and optimization of systems supporting digital marketing, lead management, and conversion funnels
Partner with Marketing leadership to enhance lead generation efficiency and ROI through technology innovation
Oversee integrations across CRM, martech platforms, analytics tools, and third-party lead providers
Champion data-driven decision-making, A/B testing frameworks, and performance optimization initiatives
Establish engineering best practices for scalability, reliability, security, and speed-to-market
Collaborate with Product and Analytics teams to deliver personalized customer experiences
Manage vendor relationships and make strategic build vs. buy decisions
Build and mentor engineering leaders, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement
Own and oversee the architecture, performance, and continuous optimization of the AmeriSave website as a core marketing and lead generation platform
What You Bring
Required Qualifications
10+ years of progressive software engineering experience, including senior leadership (Director/VP level)
Hands-on coding experience in Java, TypeScript, Node.js, and SQL, with a passion for staying close to the technology
Proven experience leading engineering teams supporting marketing technology, digital acquisition, or customer-facing platforms
Strong background in modern web architecture, APIs, and scalable, cloud-based systems
Experience integrating CRM systems (Salesforce, etc.) and marketing automation platforms
Demonstrated success partnering with Marketing and Product teams to drive measurable business outcomes
Expertise in data-driven engineering, including analytics, performance tracking, and experimentation frameworks
Track record of building and scaling high-performing engineering teams
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in fintech, mortgage, or high-volume lead generation environments
Familiarity with martech ecosystems (CDPs, attribution tools, paid media integrations)
Experience optimizing conversion funnels and customer acquisition strategies
Passion for hands-on technical leadership in a fast-paced, results-driven environment
MBA or advanced technical degree
Tech Stack
Languages: Java, TypeScript, Node.js, SQL
Architecture: API-driven, microservices, cloud-based systems
Focus Areas: Marketing automation, CRM integrations, lead routing, analytics, and conversion optimization
High-speed internet required for remote work, Cable or Fiber ONLY with the ability to connect via Ethernet. Minimum speeds: 70/30 Mbps (basic), 200-300/35-70 Mbps (shared), 500-1,000/100+ Mbps (heavy use).
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