Vice President – Research & Development

Vice President – Research & Development

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, or related)
• 10+ years in engineering, product development, or technical innovation leadership (security, industrial, or connected hardware preferred)
• Proven experience managing R&D or engineering teams
• Ability to excel in a customer-centric product development with strong cross-functional collaboration and communication skills
• Strong understanding of product development lifecycle and research methodologies with a track record of successful product launches
• Data-driven with strong analytical and project management skills
• Ability to travel as needed

Responsibilities

• Spearhead the full R&D lifecycle for AMAROK’s security products, from identifying market pain points to delivering groundbreaking solutions through design, prototyping, and rigorous testing
• Build and lead a high-performing engineering team, fostering a culture of innovation, rapid iteration, and unwavering quality
• Pioneer next-generation security solutions, including advanced gate access, radar, autonomous robotics, and cost-effective fencing for diverse applications
• Drive innovation in materials science and integrated technologies, overseeing the development and testing of novel components to enhance product performance, durability, and safety
• Translate customer insights and market intelligence into actionable product requirements and strategic development priorities for impactful, market-leading solutions
• Drive operational excellence in R&D by managing budgets, timelines, and resources, while diligently monitoring progress, mitigating risks, and tracking key performance metrics
• Integrate the latest smart technologies – including IoT and AI – to develop intelligent security systems with superior monitoring, proactive deterrence, intuitive user experiences, and streamlined service efficiency
• Champion user-centric design principles ensuring AMAROK’s solutions are technically superior, easy to install and service, and cost-effective for customers
• Cultivate strategic partnerships with technology vendors, academic institutions, and startups to explore emerging technologies and accelerate the delivery of transformative security solutions
• Architect a seamlessly integrated security ecosystem ensuring current and future AMAROK products work harmoniously with other security innovations
• Revolutionize core electric perimeter fence solutions by collaborating to enhance material and component designs for unparalleled strength and adaptability
• Harness data-driven insights to continuously monitor product utilization, identify optimization areas, and drive R&D initiatives for enhanced customer satisfaction
• Stay at the forefront of the security industry by conducting market research, analyzing competition, and proactively identifying emerging trends

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in engineering, Technology Management, or Business (MBA) is preferred