Head of R&D

Vidispine GmbH is a solutions integrator delivering media and broadcast technologies worldwide, including cloud-based media platforms and broadcast management systems. The Head of R&D leads the overall engineering organization, shaping the direction of product development, technology strategy, and operational practices. This role works closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to support delivery of scalable, reliable, and innovative products. What You’ll Do Strategic Leadership Contribute to and guide the long-term R&D strategy, technology direction, and product evolution Support development of architecture principles and technology roadmaps Lead and develop engineering leadership teams across multiple disciplines Help guide organizational evolution, including modernization initiatives and delivery practices Engineering & Product Delivery Oversee delivery across product lines, supporting consistent quality and performance Guide planning, prioritization, and release processes across R&D Support tracking and improvement of key delivery metrics (e.g., quality, predictability, system health) Contribute to strategies for maintaining and improving existing systems, including technical debt management Organizational Development Support the design of team structures, career development frameworks, and capability growth Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and learning-oriented engineering culture Contribute to talent development, mentoring, and succession planning Participate in leadership discussions on performance, priorities, and risks Operational & Financial Contribution Contribute to R&D planning, including budget and investment discussions Support balanced prioritization of new development and ongoing maintenance Help monitor and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of engineering operations Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with Product, Operations, Support, and Professional Services teams to align objectives Support communication and collaboration across teams and regions Represent engineering in internal and external discussions where needed What You Bring Experience Experience leading engineering teams or multiple technical functions Experience working with software development, system integration, or cloud-based environments Experience contributing to technical strategy, platform evolution, or modernization initiatives Experience working in distributed or international teams is helpful Skills Ability to balance strategic thinking with operational execution Experience supporting technology roadmaps and product development planning Familiarity with modern architectures, including cloud-native and service-based systems Ability to work with stakeholders across technical and non-technical domains Strong communication skills across different audiences Qualifications Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience Relevant leadership experience in engineering or R&D environments What Helps You Succeed Collaborative and inclusive leadership style Ability to work in a dynamic and evolving environment Clear and thoughtful communication Strong organizational and problem-solving skills Interest in building and supporting high-performing teams Additional Information Fluency in English (written and spoken) Work in an international and collaborative environment