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VP of R&D

leapxpert
Companyleapxpert
CategoryScience & Research
LocationUS
Remote
EmploymentNot stated
LevelDirector
SalaryNot stated by the employer
First seen25 Jul 2026 (the employer did not state a posting date)
Last verified11 Aug 2026
SourceEmployer ATS (bamboohr)
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Description
Join  LeapXpert : Innovating the Future of Business Communication At   LeapXpert ,   we're   revolutionizing business communication by seamlessly integrating the familiarity of consumer messaging apps with enterprise-grade security and compliance. As pioneers in responsible business communications, we empower employees and clients to connect through their preferred messaging platforms while upholding the highest standards of governance and security. Our mission is to transform workplace communication globally. We've been recognized as a Visionary in Gartner's Magic Quadrant for Digital Communications Governance and Archiving Solutions, raised a $20 million Series B funding round—bringing our total funding to $60 million, and earned the trust of top-tier institutions worldwide, who rely on our platform daily to streamline client communications. This is just the beginning— we're   growing   rapidly   and   we're   seeking   passionate, talented individuals to join our team. This is your opportunity to work on impactful projects using   cutting-edge   technologies alongside driven innovators from around the world. Apply now to be part of something revolutionary Why join us • Innovative Culture:  Work at the  cutting edge  of business communication technology, with a product  that’s  changing the way Fortune 500 companies communicate. • Impactful Work:  Your contributions will directly  impact  how millions of professionals connect and collaborate worldwide. • Global Team : Be part of a diverse, mission-driven team that values collaboration, innovation, and growth. • Growth Opportunities:  With our rapid expansion, there are plenty of opportunities for professional growth and development. • Award-Winning Product:  Join a company with  a track record  of success and recognition, including accolades like being named a Gartner Cool Vendor. About   the role • Title:   VP of R&D • Function:   Engineering • Reporting:   CEO • Location: San Francisco Role Overview We are hiring a  Vice President of R&D  to lead and scale our engineering and product development organization across the region  in EMEA and APAC . This executive will own delivery, architecture, technical strategy, and  people  leadership for our teams while partnering closely with global product, customer, and commercial stakeholders.   Given  LeapXpert’s  positioning in regulated enterprise communications, this role requires strong experience in  secure SaaS platforms, compliance-grade infrastructure, and enterprise-scale product delivery . What   you’ll   do Technical Strategy & Architecture • Define and execute R&D roadmap aligned with global product strategy. • Oversee system architecture for scalability, security, and reliability. • Ensure best-in-class engineering standards (CI/CD, DevOps maturity, observability, SRE principles). • Drive AI-enabled innovation where applicable to platform evolution. Delivery & Execution • Own quarterly and annual engineering OKRs. • Ensure predictable release cycles and enterprise-grade SLAs. • Improve development velocity while  maintaining  compliance and quality. Leadership & Talent • Build and scale high-performing engineering teams (Backend, Frontend, QA, DevOps). • Develop Directors and Engineering Managers. • Establish succession planning and strong technical culture. • Recruit senior technical talent in   markets. Cross-Functional Partnership • Partner with Product, Customer Success, Security, and Sales Engineering. • Support enterprise deals requiring technical depth. • Engage with strategic customers on roadmap and architecture discussions. Governance & Compliance • Ensure alignment with data privacy, financial compliance, and regional regulatory standards. • Strengthen SOC2 / ISO / enterprise security posture (as applicable). Required Skills and Qualifications • 1 0 –15+ years in engineering leadership; 5+ years at VP or Director level. • Experience scaling B2B SaaS in fintech, compliance-tech, communications, or cybersecurity. • Deep understanding of distributed systems and cloud-native architecture (AWS/Azure/GCP). • Demonstrated experience building teams of 40+ engineers. • Strong exposure to regulated industries (financial services preferred). • Experience  operating  in multi-region organizations (US/E MEA/APAC ). Preferred Skills and Qualifications • Ability to work across multiple time zones and manage a global team. • Experience in a fast-paced SaaS environment, driving operational improvements. Our Values • Curiosity:   We’re   curious and   future-focused . • One Team:   We’re   one team, in many colors. • Customer–Driven :   We’re   obsessed with the customer. • Integrity:   We   don’t   compromise on integrity. • Excellence:   We exemplify excellence LeapXpert  values diversity and inclusion as critical components of our culture and success. We believe a diverse team with various backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives fosters creativity, innovation, and mutual respect. We are committed to creating a welcoming and supportive environment where everyone can thrive regardless of ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, or ability. We actively  seek  to recruit and  retain  talent from diverse communities and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.   Please  submit  your resume for consideration.