Vice President of Software Engineering

VP Of Software Engineering

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. 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).

Compensation: The annual salary for this position generally ranges between $160,000 – $225,000. Benefits: 401(k), Dental insurance, Disability insurance, Employee discounts, Health insurance, Life insurance, Paid time off, 12 paid holidays per year, Paid training, Referral program, Vision insurance Supplemental pay types: Referral bonuses

AmeriSave is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.