Chief Operating Officer

Company: WADIC
Job Title: Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Job Type: Full-Time
Working Hours: Night Shift - 9pm to 6am PKT
Job Location: College Road, Township, Lahore.
Reports To: CEO

About WADIC
WADIC is a leading U.S.-based software development company with strong engineering, PMO, and QA teams operating in Pakistan and the United States. For over a decade, we’ve helped global clients scale through world-class technology, process discipline, and accountability. We’re now seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) who can strengthen our operations, drive alignment across departments, and ensure that our teams deliver excellence at every level.Role OverviewThe COO will serve as a key member of the executive leadership team, working directly with the CEO to execute WADIC’s strategic vision. This role requires a seasoned professional with prior executive-level experience who can manage complex, multi-department operations across engineering, project management, sales, and administration. The ideal candidate is highly analytical, process-driven, and an exceptional communicator fluent in both English and Urdu.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate daily operations across Engineering, PMO, QA, HR, and Administrative teams.
• Convert strategic goals into actionable operational plans with clear, measurable results.
• Establish and monitor departmental KPIs to promote accountability, performance, and operational excellence.
• Collaborate closely with the CEO and executive leadership to influence company strategy, culture, and organizational development.
• Optimize workflows and improve operational efficiency across teams in Pakistan and the USA.
• Lead performance management for department heads and support leadership development efforts.
• Ensure transparent, consistent communication among teams, clients, and executive stakeholders.
• Maintain financial discipline through effective budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation.
• Champion and reinforce WADIC’s core values of transparency, ownership, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of leadership experience, including a minimum of 3 years in an executive role (COO, Director, VP, or similar).
• Proven success managing cross-functional operations, preferably in software development or technology services.
• Strong business acumen with experience in scaling organizations, optimizing processes, and overseeing financial operations.
• Excellent communication skills in both English and Urdu, with the ability to engage confidently with stakeholders in the U.S. and Pakistan.
• Demonstrated ability to lead decisively, motivate teams, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
• MBA or an advanced degree in a related field is preferred.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package with performance-based incentives.
• A collaborative and results-oriented executive environment.
• Direct involvement with global leadership on high-impact strategic initiatives.
• A unique opportunity to influence and lead the next phase of growth for a rapidly expanding international technology organization.

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• This is night shift 9pm to 6am PKT. Are you willing to proceed?
• What is your current salary?
• What is your expected salary?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• leadership: 10 years (Preferred)
• Executive Level: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person