If you’re considering a career as a vice president of engineering, here’s everything you need to know about the role.
The vice president (VP) of engineering sits close to the top of the pyramid of software engineering job roles. It is often the second most senior role in the software engineering function and will typically report directly to the chief technology officer (CTO).
Here we outline the role and responsibilities of a VP of engineering, what you can expect to earn in the role and, hopefully, how to reach the position yourself.
VP of engineering job description
A VP of engineering typically oversees the managers of managers in an engineering department.