About Us:

Rootstock Software® is disrupting the ERP space! We are a worldwide provider of cloud ERP on the Salesforce Cloud Platform. When combined with Salesforce CRM, Rootstock Cloud ERP offers manufacturing, distribution, and supply chain organizations a single platform to grow and manage their businesses. Rootstock Cloud ERP is a flexible, modern, and digitally connected system that transforms companies to deliver a more personalized customer experience, efficiently scale operations, and out-service the competition.

Rootstock Software® serves customers throughout North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific and is available exclusively on the Salesforce Platform (Force.com) via the Salesforce AppExchange, the world’s most-popular marketplace for business apps. Organizations now have insight on what is happening or what will happen at each step of the manufacturing, distribution, and supply chain processes.

This is a remote position, based in India, preferably in Chennai or Pune.

Role Overview:

As the Senior Engineering Leader for Rootstock Software's India operations, you will step into a pivotal senior leadership role with a substantial impact on our global organization. Your responsibilities will extend far beyond leading and mentoring a team of over 30 engineers in India; you will be at the forefront of shaping the future of our engineering efforts. Your contributions will directly influence the success of our mission to empower manufacturers and distributors worldwide.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership: In this senior role, you will provide strategic leadership, working closely with the CTO and the US leadership team to define and execute the engineering vision for Rootstock Software. Your decisions will shape the direction of our products and services, impacting our global customer base.
Global Collaboration and Communication: Rootstock Software is a global company with a presence in the United States and around the world. Effective written and verbal communication will be a cornerstone of your role. You will bridge geographical gaps, ensuring that our India-based team seamlessly integrates with our US counterparts. Facilitate real-time status updates, transparency, and effective communication with stakeholders across Product Strategy, Support, Implementation, and other business units. This includes assisting in the resolution of escalations and ensuring stakeholders are well-informed about ongoing work and project priorities.
Agile Transformation: Leading our transition to an agile development model is not just about adopting a methodology; it's about fundamentally changing the way we innovate and deliver value to our customers. You will champion this transformation, enhancing our ability to respond to market demands rapidly.
Code Excellence: Your commitment to maintaining high engineering standards will ensure that our software solutions remain reliable, scalable, and innovative. By conducting thorough code reviews, you will guarantee the quality of our products.
Architectural Vision: Your technical acumen will be invaluable in shaping the architectural vision of our solutions. Your decisions will guide the development of cutting-edge software products on the Salesforce platform.
India Hiring Strategy: Collaborating with the CTO, you will help craft our India hiring strategy. Identifying and attracting top talent will be vital as we expand our team to meet growing demands.
Organizational and Process Improvements: In this influential role, your recommendations for organizational and process improvements will be instrumental in ensuring our engineering operations are optimized for efficiency and effectiveness.
Backlog Management: Partner with the Product Management team to effectively manage the backlog, ensuring that work is well-scoped and actionable. This collaboration will facilitate the prioritization of engineering tasks in alignment with business objectives.
Commitment Oversight: Ensure that engineering teams meet their commitments and project timelines, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.
Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with stakeholders across the business, including Product Strategy, Support, and Implementation teams, to provide real-time status updates and transparency into the development process. Assist in the resolution of escalations and ensure that stakeholders are well-informed about ongoing work and project priorities.

Qualifications:

Your background as a senior engineering leader should demonstrate your ability to lead and make impactful decisions in a global context. You should have a track record of successfully collaborating with international teams, fostering innovation, and driving change within a dynamic organization.

Join us at Rootstock Software and be part of a transformative journey that will redefine how manufacturers and distributors operate worldwide. If you are a visionary leader with the ability to work on a global stage, we invite you to apply for this senior leadership role that will shape the future of our organization. Your contributions will have a profound and lasting impact on our global success.

We offer our team members competitive compensation, world-class benefits, work-life balance (flexible schedules, telecommuting, vacation time off), and the opportunity to work alongside an amazing and supportive team!