Director, Cloud & AI Infrastructure Operations

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 142,000 - 282,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Parental leave

Fertility support

Tuition assistance

Vehicle discount

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a Director of Cloud & AI Infrastructure Operations to lead the stability, security, and performance of cloud and container environments supporting critical applications. You will shape AI infrastructure adoption and drive resilient architecture across hybrid settings from a remote US base.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in cloud infrastructure, deep GCP expertise, and a proven ability to lead cross-functional teams while applying AI to automate IT operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years in cloud infrastructure or platform engineering, with Google Cloud Platform.
• Experience with container platforms such as Kubernetes and/or OpenShift.
• Proven ability to design secure cloud architectures and implement HA/DR solutions.
• Knowledge of AI/ML concepts and their application to operational automation.
• Familiarity with AI-powered development tools and workflows.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration and leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational support for applications on GCP and container platforms.
• Guide teams in secure cloud architecture design and implementation.
• Design and execute HA and DR solutions across hybrid environments.
• Develop solutions using AI infrastructure concepts to automate IT processes.
• Promote effective use of AI-powered IDEs among engineering teams.
• Implement security controls for AI systems in collaboration with security teams.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and present metrics to management.

Skills

GCP

Kubernetes

OpenShift

AI in IT ops

Cloud security

Cost optimization

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Engineering or related field

Tools

Google Cloud Platform

Kubernetes

OpenShift

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Director, Cloud & AI Infrastructure Operations to join the team of a leader in the Manufacturing & Automotive space.

This leader will oversee the stability, security, and operational performance of cloud and containerized environments that support critical engineering and business applications. The role will also shape how AI infrastructure and AI-enabled development practices are introduced across the organization to improve efficiency, automation, and scalability. In close partnership with security, engineering, and operations stakeholders, this leader will help drive resilient architecture, risk reduction, and cost discipline across hybrid environments.

The ideal candidate will bring deep hands-on experience in cloud infrastructure operations, with a strong focus on GCP, Kubernetes, and enterprise reliability. This position requires a balance of technical leadership, cross-functional influence, and a practical approach to applying AI in support of modern IT operations.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $141,700 – $281,700 annually

Responsibilities

• Lead operational support for applications on GCP and container platforms.
• Guide teams in secure cloud architecture design and implementation.
• Design and execute HA and DR solutions across hybrid environments.
• Develop solutions using AI infrastructure concepts to automate IT processes.
• Promote effective use of AI-powered IDEs among engineering teams.
• Implement security controls for AI systems in collaboration with security teams.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and present metrics to management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in cloud infrastructure or platform engineering, especially with Google Cloud Platform.
• Experience with container platforms such as Kubernetes and/or OpenShift.
• Proven ability to design secure cloud architectures and implement HA/DR solutions.
• Knowledge of AI/ML concepts and their application to operational automation.
• Familiarity with AI-powered development tools and workflows.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration and leadership experience.

Benefits

• Immediate medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Flexible family care days and paid parental leave programs.
• Adoption, surrogacy reimbursement, and fertility treatment support.
• Employee vehicle discount programs and tuition assistance.
• Active employee resource groups and community service paid time off.
• Generous holiday schedule and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.