VP of Engineering (Telecommunications)

TL;DR

VP of Engineering (Telecommunications): Leading and scaling the engineering organization to build a privacy-centric, AI-native cellular network with an accent on secure architecture and national security resilience. Focus on mentoring top-tier engineering talent, defining technical roadmaps, and serving as the company's technical face in high-level stakeholder and government meetings.

Location: Must be based in the New York City office

Company

A privacy-centric cellular technology startup founded by security industry veterans, dedicated to restoring data sovereignty through secure, next-generation wireless infrastructure.

What you will do

• Grow and lead a high-performing engineering organization through effective hiring, talent retention, and mentorship.
• Define and execute technical strategies that align engineering roadmaps with business and product objectives.
• Establish engineering rhythms, goals, and standards for code quality, reliability, and security.
• Collaborate with leadership to integrate AI-native capabilities into complex telecommunications systems.
• Act as the technical representative in engagements with government customers and enterprise stakeholders.
• Foster a high-ownership culture where teams can deliver high-quality, scalable, and secure software.

Requirements

• Minimum 9 years of professional experience, including time in a startup or growth-stage tech company.
• At least 3 years of people management experience (hiring, performance management, promotion).
• Proven track record of mentoring direct reports into leadership roles.
• Strong understanding of engineering discipline, systems architecture, and technical roadmap execution.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills suitable for senior executive and government-level interaction.
• Must be available for onsite work in the New York City office.

Nice to have

• Background in telecommunications or network engineering.
• Experience in security, privacy, or defense-tech sectors.
• Active security clearance or eligibility/willingness to obtain one.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare with 100% coverage of medical, dental, and vision premiums for employees and dependents.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave with no waiting period.
• Stipends for family-forming needs and gender-affirming care.
• Unlimited PTO policy and a mission-driven environment focused on privacy and national security.