Head of Software

About Foundation Industries

We supply hard tech companies with critical components.

The role

**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