VP - Software Development and Digital Transformation

Who we Are 

Oncourse Home Solutions (OHS) is a people-centric, $450M organization that is owned by private equity firm, Apax Partners operating under the brands American Water Resources, Pivotal Home Solutions and American Home Solutions. We do what is right for our people so they can do their best when serving our 1.7+ million customers across the U.S. Our mission is to create lasting value for our customers and our partners by helping homeowners navigate the unexpected, reduce costs, and make homeownership enjoyable for all. Our vision is to make our products and services accessible to our customers and our partners by becoming the most trusted and reliable home solutions organization in the market. We are committed to fostering an environment that embraces diversity in all forms, where our employees, customers and partners feel valued, respected, and supported. 

As a US-based warranty provider, we provide expertise in safety and homecare to our customers. Our integrated solutions meet customer needs both inside and outside the home. Inside the home we protect critical aspects of home function such as plumbing, heating and cooling, appliances, power surges, hot water heater, and interior electrical. Outside the home we provide protection for critical lines (water, gas, wells, sewers, electric and septic). We primarily go to market B2B2C, partnering mostly with water/gas/electric utilities and municipalities to offer our product leveraging their brand for marketing and often adding our subscription fee to the water/gas/electric bill itself. When our customers need help with home maintenance, repair, or coverage, OHS is there. This is what it means to be an ‘Oncourse SUPER’—Successful, United, Progressive, Empathetic, Reliable. SUPERs get it done. We sweat homeownership so our customers and partners don’t have to. As an equal opportunity employer, our employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, marital status, parental status, mental or physical disability, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. Oncourse Home Solutions is committed to recruiting and retaining talented applicants and to providing all employees with a workplace free from discrimination and/or harassment. 

We offer a compelling total rewards package that includes a competitive base salary and comprehensive benefits to support your total wellbeing.  Our benefits include but are not limited to: healthcare, life insurance, paid time off, retirement, commuter benefits, and education reimbursement. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. Certain roles have the opportunity to earn generous commissions or performance-based bonuses, ensuring your hard work and success are recognized and rewarded. 

Position Summary

Reporting to the CTO, the VP of Software Development and Digital Transformation will provide strategic leadership and oversight across multiple functions within the technology department, focusing on custom software development and digital transformation initiatives. This leader will champion Agile methodologies, modern software development practices, and emerging technologies to deliver innovative, scalable, and secure solutions that drive business growth and enhance customer experiences.  

As a member of the IT senior leadership team, the VP will play a key role in shaping the organization’s technology strategy, making investment decisions, and fostering a high-performing, collaborative, and results-driven culture. This individual will lead efforts to modernize the company’s software platforms, streamline development processes, and enable digital transformation to support organizational objectives.  This is an exciting role for someone who wants to lead transformative software development initiatives and drive digital innovation, positioning the organization for long-term success in a dynamic and competitive market.

This position is based in our Chicagoland office in Naperville, IL.  Our office environment is a key driver of our company culture and employee experience, so a regular in-office hybrid model (T-TH in office and M & F remote) presence is required. Business needs may also require in office time and M & F when needed. 

Responsibilities Include but Not Limited To:

• Provide leadership and oversight for software development teams responsible for custom applications, workforce optimization systems, and digital transformation initiatives.  
• Lead Agile software development teams, ensuring the successful adoption of Agile practices to deliver high-quality solutions that meet business needs effic