Capital One Software is looking to expand its operations internationally and needs a leader to oversee and optimize all operational aspects of this expansion, ensuring efficiency, scalability, and seamless integration with global business objectives.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies experience
- Experience in the B2B SaaS industry, preferably within the data management, data security, or cloud technology sectors
- Demonstrated ability to understand the operational and legal complexities of global expansion, particularly in the EU / APAC (European Union/ Asia-Pacific) region
Responsibilities
- Work with product and engineering teams to define and roadmap technical requirements for internationalization, including data localization, platform performance, and currency/payment processing.
- Ensure a seamless product launch in new regions.
- Oversee all logistical aspects of international operations, including defining the ideal go-to-market model (direct sales, channel partners, etc.) and managing relationships with local partners and vendors.
- Develop and manage the budget for international operations.
- Provide regular updates to the executive team on key performance indicators and progress toward expansion goals.
Other
- Serve as the primary point of contact for legal counsel to ensure compliance with all international regulations, including GDPR, data residency requirements, and local business laws.
- Manage the process of securing all necessary licenses and registrations.
- Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to ensure all GTM materials, from product collateral to sales decks, are culturally and linguistically adapted for each target market.
- Act as the central hub for international expansion, coordinating efforts across all departments, including sales, marketing, engineering, legal, finance, and customer success.
- Ability to travel internationally as required.
- At least 8 years of experience in international project management, international legal compliance, or international operations at a regulated company
- At least 5 years in an international or global capacity within the software or technology industry
- At least 6 years in people management
- Master's degree, Juris Doctor, or MBA
- Proficiency in multiple languages (some examples include: French, German, Spanish)
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, matrixed organization
