VP of R&D Technology

Vizient • Chicago, IL

103d • $225,400 - $417,900

About The Position

This leader will serve as the strategic owner of technical architecture, engineering vision, and delivery execution for minimum viable products (MVPs) within a diverse portfolio of new ventures. They will be responsible for defining and driving the end-to-end technology strategy, ensuring that solutions are designed with scalability, resilience, and compliance in mind from inception. Acting as a trusted advisor to cross-functional stakeholders, this leader will shape engineering practices, set technical standards, and orchestrate delivery roadmaps that balance speed-to-market with long-term sustainability. Through their guidance, the organization will establish a disciplined approach to technical feasibility assessments, integration readiness, and regulatory alignment, enabling each venture to move confidently from concept through commercialization.

Requirements

• 12+ years in software engineering, with 4+ years in senior technical leadership (e.g., CTO, VP Engineering, Principal Architect)
• Shipped 3+ MVPs or net-new V1 products, preferably in B2B SaaS or healthcare technology
• Full-stack technical expertise across frontend, backend, and cloud infrastructure
• Demonstrated experience with HIPAA-compliant, scalable architectures
• Familiarity with startup ecosystems, venture diligence, and commercial-grade system design
• Deep knowledge of modern technology stacks, cloud infrastructure (e.g., AWS, Azure), and full-stack engineering practices
• Ability to translate business strategy into scalable, compliant technical solutions
• Strong understanding of security, privacy, and regulatory frameworks (HIPAA, SOC 2, HITRUST)
• Skilled in managing hybrid engineering teams and external vendors to deliver high-quality MVPs

Responsibilities

• Define and oversee technical architecture and engineering strategy across several concurrent R&D ventures
• Lead technical design reviews and establish system requirements for MVP delivery
• Manage and scale a blended engineering model that includes both internal developers and external partners
• Ensure strict adherence to data privacy, security, and regulatory standards including HIPAA, SOC 2, and HITRUST
• Collaborate with VPs of Venture Execution and product leads on roadmaps, trade-offs, and delivery planning
• Support build/buy/partner decision-making and perform technical diligence for strategic acquisitions

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits plan
• Incentive eligible compensation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees