Head of Software at Foundation Industries

About the role

What will you do at Foundation Industries?

Role Description Foundation Industries is building a software-defined factory: a vertically integrated manufacturing platform that connects quoting, DFM, scheduling, CAM/CNC programming, quality, and customer experience into one continuously improving system. We’re hiring a Head of Software to own the platform's technical direction and execution. The work centers on the deep backend ERP/MES-like workflow engines, data models, and integrations that run the factory.

You’ll set the roadmap, architecture, and engineering standards; lead and grow the software team; and work directly with manufacturing, operations, and the founding team to turn company priorities into reliable production systems. You’ll also define Foundation’s approach to AI: practical, secure applications that accelerate engineering, automate operational workflows, and improve decision-making.

Near-term Own the software roadmap and execution cadence Develop deep context on the platform and factory Stabilize and harden the core backend Architect the platform for depth and scale Define a pragmatic, secure AI posture Long-term Build the manufacturing operating system Scale the engineering organization and technical leadership Make AI a compounding advantage Strengthen reliability, security, and compliance What we’re looking for Experience leading software teams and owning complex, stateful business systems in production Strong backend architecture judgment across APIs, databases, workflows, integrations, permissions, and internal tools Ability to model operational processes carefully and balance speed, correctness, reliability, and maintainability High ownership, practical judgment, and clear communication with technical and operational partners A track record of hiring, developing, and setting a high bar for engineers ERP, MES, manufacturing software, workflow systems, or applied AI experience is strongly preferred Comp $150k-$175k annual salary Equity grant (early-stage, meaningful) Benefits and other details based on seniority and fit

Which skills does this role require?

Product Strategy

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