Define and execute the enterprise technology executive vision and roadmap
Serve as the primary technology advisor to the executive team and board, translating complex technical concepts into clear strategic direction
Lead technology due diligence for cybersecurity, and potential acquisitions or partnerships as required by Private Equity ownership
Design and implement practical AI / ML solutions across our platform to drive digital transformation initiatives leveraging AI, automation, and emerging technologies to create competitive advantages
Establish scalable data pipelines and analytics frameworks to unify learner engagement data, partner data, and program impact metrics
Achieve measurable productivity gains leveraging AI tools, automation, and resource management
Build a scalable model that supports growth without proportional headcount increases, including optimal allocation of AI, employee, and contractor resources
Develop and manage annual technology budget, ensuring return on investment on technology investments and vendor spend
Ensure 99.9%+ uptime across all proprietary platforms
Establish and monitor Service Level Agreements (SLAs) for technology services
Oversee cloud infrastructure, database management, and application performance optimization
Maintain SOC 2 Type II compliance, lead audit preparation, enforce enterprise security policies, and ensure data privacy compliance
Establish scalable data pipelines, executive governance, and analytics frameworks to support internal decision-making and external partner reporting
Implement and manage security incident response and business continuity planning
Partner with Executives, Product, Sales, and Marketing to deliver platform enhancements on time and within budget
Champion Agile development practices, continuous delivery, and user-centered design in all technology decisions
Lead, mentor, and develop direct reports across engineering, infrastructure, security, and operations
Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement, including regular check-ins and weekly one-on-one conversations with each direct report
Build succession plans and a leadership pipeline within the technology organization

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field required; Master's degree (MBA or MS) strongly preferred
Minimum 10 years of progressive technology leadership experience
Minimum 5–7 years in a senior executive technology role (CTO, VP Engineering, VP Technology) with Profit and Loss accountability
Proven track record leading technology organizations of 50+ people in high-growth SaaS environments
Experience modernizing legacy platforms, introducing AI / ML capabilities into SaaS products, and operating in EdTech, FinTech, or compliance-heavy industries
Prior experience in PE-backed organizations undergoing operational transformation is highly desirable
Deep expertise in SaaS architecture and cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
Strong command of cybersecurity frameworks, SOC 2 compliance, and information security management
Working knowledge of Learning Management Systems (LMS) architecture and educational technology
Experience with Dev Ops, Continuous Improvement / Development (CI/CD) pipelines, Agile methodologies, and data/API architecture
Experience managing multi-million-dollar technology budgets with accountability for ROI
Strong vendor management and contract negotiation skills
Executive presence with the ability to influence C-suite peers and board members.

Benefits

100% Remote position
Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
401(K) with matching contribution
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

AI solutionsML solutionsdata pipelinesanalytics frameworkscloud infrastructuredatabase managementcybersecurity frameworksSaaS architectureDev OpsCI/CD pipelines

Soft Skills

leadershipmentoringcommunicationstrategic directioninnovationaccountabilitycontinuous improvementinfluencecollaborationdecision-making

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer ScienceMaster's degree (MBA or MS)SOC 2 Type II compliance