Our company
At Teradata, we believe that people thrive when empowered with better information. That's why we built the most complete cloud analytics and data platform for AI. By delivering harmonized data, trusted AI, and faster innovation, we uplift and empower our customers and our customers' customers to make better, more confident decisions. The world's top companies across every major industry trust Teradata to improve business performance, enrich customer experiences, and fully integrate data across the enterprise.
What You Will Do
As the Senior Vice President of Product Engineering (SVP/PE), you will lead Teradata's global software engineering and development organization through its next phase of transformation. Reporting to the Chief Product Officer, you will oversee the design, development, and delivery of Teradata's cloud-native, AI-infused analytics platform-VantageCloud-while ensuring speed, scalability, reliability, and security for enterprise customers.
You will own the execution of our product roadmap across key technologies, including AI on Prem, Vector Store, Open Table Format, Evolution of VantageCloud Lake, user experience, and the enablement of AI/ML-driven insights at scale. Success in this role means building a world-class engineering culture, attracting and retaining top technical talent, accelerating hybrid cloud-first product delivery, and fostering innovation that drives measurable value for our customers.
Who You Will Work With
You will lead a high-impact global engineering organization that includes software development, cloud engineering, DevOps, engineering operations, and architecture teams. You will partner closely with Product Management, Product Operations, Security, Customer Success, and Executive Leadership. This position reports to the Chief Product Officer and works with the CEO, Board, and global customers to define and execute the technology vision for Teradata's future.
What Makes You a Qualified Candidate
15+ years of proven senior leadership in product development, engineering, or technology leadership within enterprise software product companies.
3+ years in a global SVP or equivalent role managing large-scale, distributed technical teams.
Proven experience leading the development of agentic AI and driving AI at scale in a hybrid cloud environment.
Demonstrated success in leading teams through transformation with measurable impacts.
Demonstrated success implementing and scaling Agile and DevSecOps methodologies across global teams.
Progressive leadership experience building and leading large global teams managing multiple high visibility priorities.
What You Will Bring
Deep understanding of cloud platforms, data harmonization, and data analytics for AI.
Deep understanding of cloud platforms, Kubernetes, containerization, and microservices-based architectures.
Experience delivering SaaS-based data and analytics platforms, ideally involving hybrid and multi-cloud deployments.
Knowledge of modern data stack technologies such as Apache Spark, Kafka, Presto/Trino, Delta Lake, or Iceberg.
Familiarity with AI/ML infrastructure, model lifecycle management, and integration with data platforms.
Strong background in enterprise security, data governance, performance engineering, and API-first design.
Experience modernizing legacy architectures into modern, service-based systems using CI/CD and automation.
Passion for open-source collaboration and building extensible, developer-friendly ecosystems.
Track record of building high-performing engineering cultures and inclusive leadership teams.
Ability to inspire, influence, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders at the highest levels.
Master's degree in engineering, Computer Science, or MBA preferred.
Why We Think You'll Love Teradata
We prioritize a people-first culture because we know our people are at the very heart of our success. We embrace a flexible work model because we trust our people to make decisions about how, when, and where they work. We focus on well-being because we care about our people and their ability to thrive both personally and professionally. We are committed to actively working to foster an inclusive environment that celebrates people for all of who they are.
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Teradata is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, ancestry, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related conditions), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender identity or expression, military and veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We welcome and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply and join our team, bringing their unique perspectives and experiences to help us innovate and grow.
Pay Rate: 290,000.00 - 362500.0000 - 435,000.00 Annually
Starting pay for the successful applicant will depend on geographic location, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and candidate experience. Sales roles will be eligible for commission payments tied to quota achievement. All other permanent roles will be eligible for one of our annual incentive plans, which are based on company financial attainment and individual performance.
Employees in this position are also eligible to participate in the Company's comprehensive benefits programs, which include healthcare, life and disability insurance plans, a 401(k)-retirement savings plan, and time-off programs. Specific details of these benefits, including eligibility criteria and plan options, will be provided during the hiring process and can be reviewed here: https://www.teradata.com/About-Us/Careers/Benefits