Common App · 12 hours ago
Senior Director of Technology Strategy - US Based Remote Opportunity
Arlington, VA
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$188K/yr - $211K/yr
10+ years exp
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Responsibilities
The Senior Director of Technology Strategy will contribute to the development and execution of Common App's technological vision, driving the modernization of its systems and aligning technology initiatives with organizational goals.
Collaborating with senior leadership, this role defines architectural standards to ensure systems are secure, scalable, and aligned with industry best practices.
Supporting the SVP of Technology Services, the Senior Director oversees a team and leads the adoption of robust architectures, designs, and technology to advance Common App's services.
The Senior Director of Technology Strategy is a mission-driven individual passionate about solving challenges in postsecondary education.
They will partner with product strategy, constituent engagement, divisions of technical services and other areas of the organization to define and develop software and technical solutions in existing and new services.
Qualification
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Required
Candidates must live in the United States
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
10+ years of experience in technology strategy or architecture roles
8+ years in a leadership position
Proven experience in managing technology roadmaps and overseeing enterprise-scale system implementations
Exceptional leadership skills to set direction and enable strong collaboration across functional areas
Strong organizational and management skills, preferably in a collaborative, team environment
Expertise in enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF) and contemporary technologies such as cloud environments (AWS), SaaS applications (Salesforce, Data Bricks), and microservices
Extensive understanding of cloud-native architectures and serverless technologies, with experience in modernizing legacy systems
Proven track record in driving digital transformation initiatives and guiding organizations through complex technology changes
Extensive background in emerging technologies such as AI/ML and big data platforms, with the ability to drive innovation within the organization
Proven experience in managing large-scale software development projects, particularly in cloud environments such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
Expertise in Tech Strategy best practices, including microservices, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and API-driven development
Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts into business strategies and outcomes
Preferred
Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
Previous experience in higher education, education technology or college admissions and enrollment
A passion for higher education is a plus.
Benefits
Work-Life balance
Virtual-first office
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Seven company-wide holidays
Nine floating holidays
Sick leave
Monthly mental health day
Floating holidays prorated depending on start date
Virtual-first support
Choice of PC of MAC laptop
May choose an external monitor, keyboard, mouse, and/or headset
One-time office set-up stipend
Monthly remote work stipend
Monthly mobile stipend
Financial security
Market-based salaries
Performance-based bonus
403(b) retirement plan
5% company contribution
Additional 5% company match
3-year vesting schedule
Participation may begin immediately
Health & wellness
Choice of two health insurance plans
Health Savings Account, depending on health plan selection
Medical Flexible Savings Account, depending on health plan selection
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Insurance coverage begins on the date of hire
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Maven virtual clinic for women's and family health
Company provided life and ad&d insurance
Opportunity to purchase additional life insurance for self, spouse, and dependents
Company provided short and long-term disability insurance
Career development
Budgeted annual funds for professional development
Growth opportunities within the company
Additional perks
Mutual of Omaha Employee Assistance Program
Mutual of Omaha will preparation services
Mutual of Omaha travel assistance
Payroll dedication pet insurance through PinPaws
1Password family account
Company
Common App
Common App is a not-for-profit organization of more than 1,000 colleges and universities in the United States and around the world.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$0.17MKey Investors
Lumina Foundation
2022-02-15Grant· $0.17M
Leadership Team
Jenny Rickard
President & CEO
Ana Borray
Program Director
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