VP of Engineering

River Health’s mission is to be the best health plan for hourly workers by making healthcare affordable, reliable, and easy to use with the tap of a button.Here is what makes River Health different:1. Complexity & CostWe started River Health because healthcare is too expensive and more complex than it should be. We are building a new system that connects you directly to your healthcare provider and brings transparency to the billing process.2. Patient ExperienceAccessing healthcare should be stress-free, if not enjoyable. We invest resources into improving the care delivery process to delight our members.The RoleWe're seeking a VP of Engineering to lead our engineering organization, set technical strategy, and drive the execution of our product roadmap. You'll work closely with the executive team to align engineering efforts with business objectives while building and mentoring high-performing engineering teams.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and scale engineering teams across frontend, backend, and infrastructureDevelop and execute technical strategy aligned with company objectivesCreate and maintain engineering processes that balance speed, quality, and technical debtDrive product development prioritization in partnership with Product and Client SuccessSet clear OKRs and metrics for engineering performance and deliveryFoster a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and continuous improvementManage engineering budget and resource allocationEstablish best practices for system architecture, security, and scalabilityPartner with Client Success to understand customer needs and translate them into technical solutionsLead technical due diligence and strategic planning for new initiativesRequired Skills10+ years of engineering experience with 5+ years in leadership rolesProven track record of leading and scaling engineering teams (25+ engineers)Strong technical background with broad knowledge of modern tech stacksExperience setting and executing technical strategyTrack record of successful product launches and technical implementationsExperience managing engineering budgets and resourcesStrong analytical and problem-solving abilitiesExcellence in cross-functional communication and stakeholder managementExperience with agile methodologies and development processesPreferred QualificationsExperience in healthcare technology or HIPAA-compliant systemsTrack record of scaling engineering teams through high-growthExperience with cloud infrastructure and modern architecturesWhat We OfferCompetitive compensation packageSignificant equity participationFlexible PTO policyOpportunity to shape the future of healthcare technologyLocationMinneapolis, MNThe pay range for this role is:185,000 - 225,000 USD per year (Minneapolis) #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17