AXS is seeking a Senior Vice President of Software Engineering (B2C) to lead the global software engineering organization and oversee the strategy, development, and operation of the platforms and products that power event hosting partners worldwide, including the core ticketing engine, to transform live entertainment through technology and build the operating system that powers every aspect of a live event.
Requirements
- Proven Leadership: 16+ years in high-growth technology environments, including 12+ years leading large-scale software engineering organizations with a focus on operational excellence.
- Strategic Execution: Demonstrated success delivering technology roadmaps, scaling engineering functions, and leading multiple complex projects from concept to deployment.
- Technical Depth: Strong foundation in software development and architecture, with expertise across modern frameworks (.NET, React, Node, Swift, Kotlin) and cloud platforms (preferably AWS).
- Data & Systems Expertise: Experience building scalable data architectures and high-volume, real-time systems; familiarity with tools such as SageMaker, Lambda, Glue, and S3.
- Operational Excellence: Deep knowledge of agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) with a track record of optimizing engineering processes, KPIs, and delivery outcomes.
- Global Team Leadership: Proven success leading distributed, diverse teams across geographies and time zones.
- Business & Communication: Skilled at translating technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders, collaborating across functions, and managing vendors/partners.
Responsibilities
- Partner with C-Level executives as a key operational leader, driving innovation and advancing AXS’ engineering strategy.
- Define the engineering roadmap, balancing long-term vision with near-term priorities across product development, infrastructure, security, and compliance.
- Oversee engineering execution to ensure delivery of high-quality, scalable software products that meet productivity, growth, financial, and roadmap objectives.
- Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of end-to-end engineering processes, with clear KPIs to measure and drive excellence.
- Build and empower high-performing global teams, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.
- Collaborate with Product, Ticketing Strategy, Sales, Operations, AEG, and other partners to ensure strong outcomes and alignment.
- Drive operational effectiveness through best practices, disciplined execution, and process improvements that increase productivity and reduce inefficiencies.
Other
- Proven success leading large-scale software engineering organizations with a focus on operational excellence.
- Demonstrated success delivering technology roadmaps, scaling engineering functions, and leading multiple complex projects from concept to deployment.
- Skilled at translating technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders, collaborating across functions, and managing vendors/partners.
- Strong ability to assess risks, resolve complex challenges, and make sound decisions under pressure.
- Known for inspiring teams, mentoring leaders, and cultivating high-performance cultures rooted in collaboration, innovation, and purpose.
