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This role will architect the transformation of legacy systems into composable, cloud-native, API-first foundations that power omni-channel agility and seamless customer experiences.\nAs a critical member of the CDTO’s leadership team, the VP will shape our engineering strategy, scale high-performance global teams, and embed a modern engineering culture grounded in velocity, quality, and customer value. This is a rare opportunity to drive meaningful impact at scale-building the platforms that enable how our brands win in a digital-first world.\nRESPONSIBILITIES\nLead modernization of the retail technology stack, transforming legacy systems into cloud-native, API-first platforms and enabling composable commerce, real-time architecture, and scalable personalization across core systems like eCommerce, POS, OMS, Loyalty, and PIM.\nBuild and scale high-performing, inclusive engineering teams by designing agile operating models, developing global talent, and coaching leaders to balance speed, scalability, and platform health.\nDrive engineering excellence and innovation by embedding a product mindset, advancing modern DevSecOps practices, and fostering a culture of psychological safety and continuous improvement.\nServe as a hands-on technical leader, actively engaging in architecture decisions, mentoring senior engineers, and creating frameworks that balance standardization with innovation.\nCollaborate cross-functionally to deliver scalable digital solutions, translating strategic goals into tech capabilities and advising executives on personalization, modular design, and fulfillment innovation.\nRELATED COMPETENCIES\nRetail Technologist - Understands how technology drives value across the full retail value chain.\nStrategic & Hands-On - Equally comfortable in boardroom strategy and architectural deep dives.\nInclusive Leader - Builds diverse teams and fosters a culture of empowerment and psychological safety.\nChange Agent - Inspires confidence, energizes teams, and leads transformation with clarity and courage.\nOutcome-Obsessed - Focuses relentlessly on delivering customer and business impact-not just tech output.\nDisciplined Innovator - Encourages experimentation while building for scale, reliability, and performance.\nBASIC AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE)\n15+ years of progressive engineering leadership, including 5+ years leading enterprise-scale modernization in retail, digital commerce, or consumer tech environments.\nProven expertise in cloud-native architectures (AWS, GCP), APIs, microservices, real-time data platforms, and event-driven systems.\nDeep experience with modernizing complex legacy systems and launching new digital capabilities.\nFamiliarity with core retail systems (eCommerce, ERP, POS, OMS, loyalty) and their integration with customer-facing experiences.\nDemonstrated success leading global, distributed engineering teams and driving measurable business impact.\nAbility to translate business goals into technical strategy in fast-paced, agile environments.\nWhat you Get:\nEnjoy a rewarding career at Catalyst, where we offer a competitive benefits package, a vibrant work environment, and the opportunity to make a difference with America's most iconic retail brands.\nGenerous benefits: Medical/dental/vision insurance starting on day one, term life insurance, paid vacation/holidays, 401(k) Savings Plan with company match, and an associate discount on merchandise across all Catalyst Brands.\nOpportunities for growth and development: We are committed to helping our employees grow their careers and develop their skills. 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