Software Engineering & Development, Vice President (VP)

Software Engineering & Development Vice President (VP)

Full-time | Permanent | Hybrid (Kilkenny, Ireland) | €107,500

Are you a strategic technology leader with deep engineering expertise and a passion for secure systems? We’re hiring a Vice President – Software Engineering & Development to lead a team working on identity governance and access management (IAM/IGA) systems that underpin global technology operations.

This is a full-time, permanent role based in Kilkenny, offering a hybrid working model and a competitive salary of €107,500. You’ll be part of a team building next-generation cybersecurity solutions for complex enterprise environments.

The Role
As VP of Engineering within the IAM function, you’ll be responsible for leading the technical direction, delivery, and performance of a team of engineers focused on identity governance and SailPoint technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of SailPoint engineers to deliver secure and scalable IAM/IGA solutions.
• Work with business and technical leads to define requirements and architecture.
• Drive solution design and hands-on development of security platforms.
• Oversee coding standards, code review, testing, and deployment activities.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation and support materials.
• Provide subject matter expertise in resolving complex, multi-system production issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and manage technical dependencies and risks.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong communication and leadership skills to drive best practices and change.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, teams, and priorities effectively.
• A strategic thinker who can balance technical detail with high-level planning.
• A self-starter with a sense of ownership and a passion for delivering outcomes.
• Comfortable operating in both hands-on and strategic capacities.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience leading large-scale IAM or IGA programs in complex organisations.
• Minimum 6–8 years of experience in software development and systems architecture.
• Strong understanding of IAM principles and governance.
• Background in cybersecurity, particularly in large financial or regulated environments.

Technical Expertise

• Proficiency in at least one core programming language (e.g., Java, Python).
• Experience with IAM/IGA platforms such as SailPoint, ServiceNow, Azure AD, or AWS IAM.
• Familiarity with QA and testing practices across secure environments.
• Strong architectural and design experience in large-scale systems.
• Comfortable working with cloud environments, scripting (UNIX/Windows), and source control tools (e.g. GitHub).

Why Join Us?

Strategic Impact
As VP, you’ll influence technical strategy and shape how identity systems evolve to meet changing regulatory and operational needs.

Work, Live and Grow

• Hybrid working to support work-life balance
• €107,500 salary plus competitive benefits
• Generous leave, healthcare, and savings options
• Career development and leadership growth pathways

Inclusive Culture
We are committed to building a workplace where all employees feel valued and included. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities.

• Equal opportunity and inclusive hiring practices
• Collaborative, respectful, and diverse team environment
• Support for community engagement and volunteerism

Apply today and help lead the future of secure, enterprise-grade software engineering.

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