About this role
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