About this role
The VP of Engineering - Foundational Platform role at Epidemic Sound is an executive leadership position based out of the Stockholm headquarters with remote options available. This opportunity suits an experienced software and infrastructure leader with a background in scaling high-performing engineering organizations and driving agentic AI initiatives.
Role Overview
Epidemic Sound seeks a strategic technology leader to own the technical backbone that powers every product team across the enterprise. Spanning five core teams focused on ML/AI Ops, Developer Experience, Experience Foundations, Data Platform, and Service Infrastructure, this position shapes the speed and confidence with which the entire engineering organization operates. Reporting directly to the CTO, the incoming leader ensures the foundational architecture maintains the highest standards of enterprise security, reliability, and trust while advancing agentic-first service deployment.
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About the Company
Epidemic Sound operates as a global force of over 400 innovators blending technology with soundtracking, maintaining its headquarters in Stockholm alongside global offices in London, New York, Los Angeles, Berlin, Paris, Oslo, and Seoul. Recognized as an industry leader with a startup mentality, the company encourages a collaborative environment where teams take their work seriously without taking themselves too seriously. The organization values diversity and operates as an equal opportunity employer.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application in English through the official Epidemic Sound careers page.
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Where is the VP of Engineering - Foundational Platform position located?
The role is based at the Stockholm HQ with remote work options available, within a company that also has offices in London, New York, Los Angeles, Berlin, Paris, Oslo, and Seoul.
Who does this position report to?
The VP of Engineering reports directly to the CTO.
How many teams will this leader manage?
The role oversees five platform teams: ML/AI Ops, Developer Experience, Experience Foundations, Data Platform, and Service Infrastructure.
What is the experience requirement for this role?
Candidates must have at least 15 years of software engineering experience, with a minimum of 5 years in leadership roles managing other managers.
How should I apply for this job?
Applications should be submitted in English directly on the official Epidemic Sound careers page.