Vice President of Front-End Engineering

The Vice President of Front-End Engineering at theScore is responsible for leading the engineering strategy and overseeing execution for PENN Interactive’s front-end projects. This role involves managing a large group of engineers, collaborating with product and design teams, and driving best engineering practices to develop innovative consumer-facing products. You will also be heavily involved in mentoring your team and ensuring cohesive communication across the company.

Candidates applying for the Vice President of Front-End Engineering role at theScore should typically have over 15 years of experience, with a strong background in leading engineering teams. A BS or MA degree in Computer Science or a related field is essential. Additionally, the ideal candidate will have outstanding communication skills and experience with large code bases and modern software architectures.

As the Vice President of Front-End Engineering at theScore, you play a crucial role in shaping a positive company culture by fostering a can-do atmosphere, prioritizing team development, and instilling best practices among your engineers. Your leadership will encourage collaboration, creativity, and professional growth, ensuring that your team is not only productive but also engaged and satisfied in their work.

At theScore, the workplace is characterized by a fun and relaxed environment, encouraging creativity and innovation. The company offers competitive compensation, education reimbursements, and opportunities for career progression. This supportive atmosphere allows you to thrive while leading a talented team dedicated to cutting-edge technology in the sports industry.

theScore is committed to the professional development of its employees, including the Vice President of Front-End Engineering. The company provides opportunities such as education and conference reimbursements, mentorship programs, and a culture that promotes knowledge sharing and collaboration. This investment in growth ensures that leaders and teams stay at the forefront of technology trends.

Highlight specific instances where you successfully led large teams through complex projects, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality outcomes. Discuss your leadership style and elaborate on how you foster growth and collaboration within your team.

Discuss your techniques for maintaining open lines of communication across departments, such as hosting regular cross-functional meetings, using collaborative tools, and encouraging feedback from stakeholders to ensure alignment on project goals.

Explain your methodology for prioritizing projects, such as utilizing data-driven metrics to assess impact, aligning with business objectives, and balancing short-term deliverables with long-term innovations.

Discuss the specific technologies and frameworks you have worked with, such as React, Angular, or Vue.js. Highlight any innovative projects where you incorporated these technologies to enhance user experience.

Describe your approach to creating an inclusive environment where team members feel valued and motivated. Discuss initiatives you've led for team-building, recognition, mentorship, and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

Share a specific challenge, detail the steps you took to address it, and highlight the results. This will demonstrate your problem-solving skills and resilience in the face of obstacles.

Talk about the resources you utilize to remain informed, including networking with other professionals, attending conferences, participating in online courses, and actively engaging in technical communities.

Explain your mentoring philosophy, focusing on the importance of guidance, providing constructive feedback, and fostering an environment of curiosity. Mention specific examples of how you've helped junior engineers grow.

Discuss the key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics you track to evaluate your team's performance, such as project delivery timelines, code quality, and team engagement levels.

Emphasize the importance of leveraging user feedback to drive continuous improvement. Share methods you've implemented to gather feedback and how it informed decisions on product enhancements.