VP, Technology

About IMAX

With over 50 years of history as a global innovator in entertainment technology, our employees and their careers have constantly gone beyond the ordinary at IMAX. We combine proprietary technology with industry-leading knowledge and relationships with top studios and filmmakers to create theatrical experiences that take audiences beyond the edge of their seats to a world they never imagined. IMAX has revolutionized the way people experience movies and continues to push the boundaries of entertainment experiences beyond blockbusters and into exciting new directions.

Come explore IMAX - where innovation, creativity and passion come together. Get inspired, get involved, and ignite your future with IMAX!

Job Description/Requirements

About the Role

As VP, Technology, the successful candidate will oversee the ongoing execution of contract R&D activities and serve on the board of directors of IMAX Theatres International Limited (ITIL), a subsidiary of IMAX. You will manage and realize value from ITIL's patent and technology portfolio and work closely with the CTO of IMAX and his management team to identify new technology and future revenue generating opportunities related to new technology; activities associated with this aspect of the role include market research, recommendations for potential technology partnerships, and development of proof-of-concepts.

What You'll Do:

• Oversee ongoing contract R&D activities, including monitoring of critical milestones
• Identify new product and planning opportunities related to ITIL IP and new technology
• Participate and attend regular meetings with IMAX's technology team (i.e., Chief Technology Officer, Distinguished Engineer, R&D and SVP Engineering) to discuss R&D strategy, technology advancements and new product opportunities
• Assess new technology and conduct market research - white papers, presentations, etc...
• Locally liaise with R&D and technology partners and equipment suppliers
• Oversee generation and maintenance of ITIL IP
• Identify new ITIL IP opportunities, oversee exploitation and protection of ITIL IP, including licensing opportunities, investigations and diligence
• Liaise with IMAX's technology and patent teams to review and manage ITIL's global IP portfolio
• Update and make recommendations to ITIL board of directors

What You'll Need:

• 15+ years of experience with both hardware and software systems
• 10+ years of hands-on ability to dig into technology diligence
• 5+ years of past success with senior management level presentations
• 3+ years of experience managing IP portfolios and with patent processes
• 3+ years of experience working with remote teams, time zone differences
• 3+ years of experience working with R&D teams
• Excellent written and verbal skills, able to write and present coherent technical statements of work, business proposals and executive summaries
• Diligent, methodical, self-driven, gets things done

Our Commitment To You

At IMAX, you will be part of a culture built on respect - we are committed to creating a welcoming and diverse atmosphere across our organization.

For consideration, please apply online. We thank all applicants for their interest in IMAX but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Tracking Code

1740