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Carey International · 4 weeks ago

Director, Data and Technology

DC-Baltimore Area

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$130K/yr - $160K/yr

12+ years exp

Carey International is seeking a strategic technology leader to architect and implement a global digital platform that enhances user experience across various markets and channels. The Director of Data and Technology will lead the transformation of legacy systems and develop a scalable, integrated technology ecosystem, ensuring alignment with the company's vision for a data-empowered future.

Transportation

H1B Sponsor Likely

Hiring Manager

Simran Bhanvadia

Responsibilities

Define and own the enterprise-wide technology architecture that supports Carey’s unified customer and operations platforms

Lead the transformation of legacy systems into a modular, cloud-native, API-first ecosystem capable of global scalability and real-time responsiveness

Develop the platform and infrastructure strategy that ensures consistent digital experiences across web, mobile, and partner applications

Collaborate with Product, Data, and AI leadership to embed intelligence, automation, and personalization throughout the platform

Champion a user-centric technology vision — ensuring every interaction reflects Carey’s luxury, consistent service standards

Lead the implementation of a microservices-based, event-driven architecture to enable agility, modular growth, and regional flexibility

Oversee the build and governance of API gateways, integration layers, and data exchange frameworks to connect systems globally

Partner with Data Engineering to establish a centralized, AI-ready data infrastructure, enabling real-time analytics and decision-making

Drive architectural modernization through adoption of cloud infrastructure, DevOps automation, and CI/CD best practices

Lead technology governance — ensuring alignment with enterprise standards, security requirements, and operational excellence

Architect and scale a global platform experience layer that delivers a consistent interface, performance, and functionality across all customer and partner touchpoints

Oversee the development of geo-aware, data-driven services (such as localization, dynamic availability, and real-time visibility) to optimize regional experiences

Collaborate with UX/UI design leadership to translate Carey’s service principles into digitally native experiences that are intuitive, responsive, and globally uniform

Ensure that system design supports multi-language, multi-currency, multi-region, and multi-tenant operations while maintaining high availability and responsiveness

Partner closely with Product, Data, and Ops teams to align technology direction with Carey’s business strategy and modernization roadmap

Translate executive vision into actionable architectural blueprints and technology roadmaps with measurable business outcomes

Build and mentor a high-performing team of architects, engineers, and platform specialists, fostering technical excellence and innovation

Serve as a strategic advisor to leadership, representing Carey’s digital transformation agenda across internal and external forums

Lead collaboration with offshore and extended teams to drive Carey’s global digital transformation initiatives

Define and enforce non-functional standards — including performance, reliability, scalability, and maintainability across systems

Partner with the Security Office to integrate security by design principles into all layers of the technology stack

Lead the implementation of observability frameworks — ensuring proactive monitoring, tracing, and optimization of system health

Continuously evaluate emerging technologies to ensure Carey’s platform remains secure, innovative, and future-ready

Qualification

Cloud-native architectureMicroservicesAPI designAI integrationDevOpsCI/CDUser experience engineeringStakeholder managementStrategic thinkingCommunication skillsCollaborationAdaptability

Required

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field required

12+ years of progressive technology leadership experience, including 5+ years in enterprise or solution architecture

Proven experience designing and scaling global, cloud-native digital platforms across web and mobile environments

Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional modernization programs and technology transformations

Experience integrating AI, analytics, and data-driven personalization into core platform design

Expertise in architecture frameworks and modern technology paradigms (DevOps, CI/CD)

Strong understanding of front-end architecture, system scalability, and user experience engineering

Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and executive presentation skills

Strategic and analytical thinker with a strong ability to link technical design to business impact

AI literacy — ability to assess, guide, and oversee the integration of AI technologies into Carey's products and platforms

Preferred

Master's degree in Technology Management, Architecture, or Business Administration

Strong background in microservices, APIs, and real-time systems for customer-centric industries (mobility, travel, or logistics preferred)

Visionary, collaborative, and execution-oriented leader

Passionate about creating elegant, intelligent, and human-centered digital experiences

Agile, adaptable, and deeply committed to continuous innovation

Company

Carey International

Carey International is a global leader in personalized mobility, where human connection, discretion, and intelligent technology come together to deliver calm, trusted travel experiences—where legacy meets innovation since 1921.

Founded in 1921

Frederick, Maryland, USA

501-1000 employees

http://www.carey.com/

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