R&D Director (Advertising & Data Business)

At Vidaa, we believe the living room is the next frontier of digital innovation. Since 2019, our global team—from Amsterdam to our offices across the world—has been building the platform that powers this revolution. We are the architects behind VIDAA, the sophisticated TV OS (now in its 9th generation) that brings seamless streaming and personalized content to millions of users. For iconic brands like Hisense, Toshiba TV, Loewe, Leica, Schneider, and hundreds of others, we provide the complete technological backbone: a turn-key Linux-based OS, powerful AI solutions for a personalized experience, voice control, global billing, and a powerful app store. We're a team of pioneers solving complex challenges in video streaming, DRM, ad insertion, and content management to create truly immersive experiences. Be part of a dynamic culture that's passionate about technology and entertainment and help us build the next chapter of how the world connects, watches, and discovers.

Responsibilities:

As the R&D Director for Advertising & Data Business, you will:

• Define and lead the short-, medium-, and long-term technical roadmap for advertising and data solutions aligned with industry trends and company strategy.
• Ensure technical strategy supports Vidaa’s long-term business and growth objectives.
• Lead and manage global R&D teams focused on advertising and data, providing technical feasibility assessments and ensuring high-quality solution delivery.
• Balance priorities across business iteration, innovation, and technical debt reduction to maximize impact.
• Make sure resource allocation aligns with strategic goals and optimize efficiency.
• Build and retain high-performing R&D teams with strong strategic thinking capabilities, foster effective cross-departmental and cross-regional collaboration to drive synergy between business and technology.

Requirements:

• Master’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in cloud computing R&D, with direct contributions to core cloud platform development and 5+ years of R&D team management experience, including project management, resource allocation, and end-to-end product development.
• Deep knowledge of public cloud technologies and open-source ecosystems.
• Experience in advertising technology or data-driven products.
• Ability to bridge business and technology, interpreting the commercial value of technical solutions.
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and cross-departmental collaboration skills.
• Strong sense of responsibility, urgency, and customer service awareness.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, international environment.