Program Director, Software Engineering

Ottawa - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 05-11-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Company

Versaterm is a global public safety solutions company helping agencies transform how they serve their communities. Since 1977 weve been building an ecosystem of intuitive tools designed for public safety agencies forensic labs court systems schools and other institutions. Through purposeful integrations and a selective growth strategy we focus on improving workflows to help our customers achieve more efficient operations better service and more just outcomes.

Our teams are driven by innovation expertise and an unwavering commitment to customer success. As we continue to grow and expand our ecosystem youll have the opportunity to contribute to solutions that enhance community safety and transform the future of public safety technology. If youre passionate about making a meaningful difference wed love to hear from you.

The Role

The Program Director Software Engineering will serve as the strategic and operational lead for ongoing Technology Modernization initiatives. Reporting to the CTO this role provides oversight and coordination for enterprise-wide technology transformation programs including AI modernization shared service enablement platform consolidation and tech debt remediation.

This role will partner with leadership in Engineering and collaborate with Product and Operations leadership to drive disciplined execution and visibility into outcomes that advance the organizations long-term technology strategy.

You will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our technology and ensuring that our products are built to the highest standards. Youll have the opportunity to drive innovation and impact the direction of our business in a significant way.

What You Do

Establish and lead the Technology Modernization Office defining structure operating cadence and governance frameworks
Partner with technology and business leadership to translate modernization objectives into executable portfolios of work
Drive alignment and accountability across AI initiatives platform modernization shared service buildouts and legacy remediation programs
Oversee the integrated portfolio of programsmonitoring interdependencies risks costs and delivery progress
Lead executive reporting and KPI tracking for modernization outcomes platform efficiency and AI enablement maturity
Provide decision support to the Chief Technology Officer and Chief Product Officer through synthesized insights on program health prioritization and risk mitigation
Develop and maintain standardized PMO practices for planning intake and delivery management across all transformation workstreams
Facilitate coordination across engineering operations and cybersecurity to ensure secure and scalable delivery
Promote organizational adoption of new platforms and practices through structured change management and stakeholder engagement
Mentor and guide program and project management staff to drive consistency and delivery excellence

What You Bring

Degree in Computer Science Software Engineering IT Business Administration or a related field or equivalent industry experience and training
10 years of experience leading enterprise technology or modernization programs ideally within AI enablement cloud or shared service environments
Proven ability to manage complex cross-functional initiatives and influence senior stakeholders across technology and business domains
Experience in PMO leadership or Chief of Staff roles supporting digital or data transformation
Strong understanding of modern delivery frameworks (Agile hybrid or scaled portfolio management)
Excellent executive communication organizational and analytical skills
Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to overcoming challenges
Proven ability to make data-driven decisions and provide clear actionable feedback

Impress Us With

Familiarity with cloud computing concepts and modern software delivery practices
Familiarity with CJIS ISO SOC 2 or other high regulation procedures
Previous experience in GovTech or Public Safety Tech is a plus
PMP Certification preferred

Equal Opportunity

Versaterm is committed to building and supporting inclusion diversity and equity and sustaining a barrier-free areavailable on request throughout all aspects of the selection process. These principles apply to the terms and conditions of employment at Versaterm. For detailed information on our accessibility policies please

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The CompanyVersaterm is a global public safety solutions company helping agencies transform how they serve their communities. Since 1977 weve been building an ecosystem of intuitive tools designed for public safety agencies forensic labs court systems schools and other institutions. Through purposef...