Vice President - Research & Development

Caliber Public Safety is seeking an experienced and dynamic Vice President of Research & Development to join our Executive Team.

This leadership role offers the opportunity to make an impact by developing technology that supports first responders and enhances public safety.

This role blends business, technical, and leadership skills.

It requires a strategic mindset, solid product vision, project management skills, and financial acumen.

The VP of R&D will oversee the software research and development process, drive innovation, ensure alignment with company strategy, and foster cross-functional partnerships to deliver best-in-class solutions for our customers.

We are looking for a leader who rolls up their sleeves and leads by example.

A leader who thrives in an inclusive, team-oriented environment, values creativity, and is excited to shape the future of public safety technology.

Whether you have experience leading large R&D teams or have guided innovative software solutions in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from diverse perspectives that can bring fresh ideas to our leadership team.

What’s Your Impact:

Strategic Planning


* Define and execute the overall R&D roadmap based on market needs and business targets.


* Set priorities and allocate resources to maximize efficiency and effectiveness in software development.


* Drive AI integration and world class design into Caliber Public Safety’s platforms to enhance automation, predictive analytics, and operational efficiencies for public safety agencies.

Technical Leadership


* Provide technical guidance for the design and architecture of current and next generation software products.


* Oversee the execution of multiple R&D projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, quality standards, and milestones.


* Implement Agile best practices and refine development processes for optimal efficiency.


* Stay updated on the latest software development tools, frameworks, and methodologies.


* Ensure the team leverages the most appropriate technologies, including AI-driven automation and predictive analytics, to enhance product performance and scalability.


* Implement robust quality control processes, including automation, to ensure software reliability.

Drive best practices for software testing and continuous improvement.

Team Management


* Inspire, mentor, and support software development teams, including architects, product management, engineers, and quality associates.


* Recruit, retain, and develop top talent within the R&D team.


* Cultivate a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative culture that supports work-life balance, encourages innovative thinking and employees feel valued.

Budgeting & Resource Allocation


* Ownership of all financial aspects of the Caliber R&D team, such as accurate forecasting, reconciliation, analysis, and actionable insights.


* Manage the R&D budget.

Prioritize projects based on impact and return on ...