As Director of Infrastructure, you'll lead the design, implementation, and management of our infrastructure, reporting to the CTO. You'll build and guide a high-performing team, ensuring our technology is scalable, secure, and reliable. This role demands strategic vision, technical expertise, and strong leadership to drive innovation and excellence within the team.
Role:
Oversee the design, deployment, and maintenance of infrastructure systems, including networks, servers, storage, and cloud solutions.
Create and implement a strategic infrastructure plan that aligns with business goals, driving innovation and operational efficiency.
Collaborate with various teams to evaluate infrastructure requirements, identify areas for improvement, and lead optimization initiatives.
Set and enforce standards, policies, and best practices to ensure a secure and compliant infrastructure environment.
Continuously monitor system performance, proactively resolving issues to minimize downtime and maintain peak performance.
Stay informed on emerging technologies, recommending and adopting solutions to enhance infrastructure capabilities.
Manage vendor relationships and contracts, negotiating terms and ensuring service level agreements (SLAs) are met.
Oversee infrastructure budgeting, including forecasting and planning for future resource needs.
Lead and mentor a team of engineers and technicians, promoting a collaborative and inclusive culture focused on growth and development.
Requirements:
8+ years of experience in infrastructure management, including 3+ years in a leadership role.
Experience in building and managing infrastructure for high-scale, low-latency environments.
Deep knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), automation tools (Kubernetes, Terraform), and CI/CD processes (Jenkins).
Familiarity with real-time data environments like those found in e-commerce, online platforms, gaming etc (e.g., Booking.com, Expedia).
Ability to optimize infrastructure for both performance and cost, ensuring the business can scale rapidly.
Strong leadership skills, with experience managing distributed teams and ensuring 24/7 support.
Salary and Benefits
$170,000 - $230,000 base salary (target $200,000)
Bonus
Remote work flexibility for East or Central Time Zones, with a preference for candidates near the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
How to Apply
Please register your interest by sending your CV via the Apply link on this page.
Desired Skills and Experience Infrastructure, Kubernetes, CI/CD