Director of Business Technology

Federal Home Loan Bank of Topeka; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Home Loan Bank of Topeka is seeking a Director of Business Technology to lead software development, architecture, and shared services. This role reports to the CIO and provides strategic and operational leadership for the Bank's application portfolio, SDLC, architecture, and technology innovation.

You will partner with business and technology leaders to align solutions with strategic priorities and member needs while advancing modernization, AI, cloud, and automation initiatives.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of IT and business leadership experience.
• 8+ years in full lifecycle software development.
• Experience with cloud-native architectures and microservices.
• Proven track record in modernization and transformation initiatives.
• Ability to translate technology into business outcomes.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and DevOps.
• Experience in regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead software development, architecture, and shared services teams.
• Drive application modernization and digital transformation.
• Partner with leaders to align solutions with priorities and member needs.
• Evaluate emerging technologies including AI, cloud, and automation.
• Strengthen software delivery, reliability, and production support.
• Build and mentor high-performing technology teams.

Skills

IT leadership

Software engineering

Cloud-native

Microservices

API-driven

Agile/DevOps

Regulated environments

Strategic thinking

Tools

CI/CD tooling

Architecture patterns

Job description

The Federal Home Loan Bank (FHLBank) is a key pillar of the U.S. financial system, providing reliable liquidity to member financial institutions in support of housing finance and community investment initiatives. With a deep commitment to safety, soundness, and service, FHLBank plays a vital role in strengthening local communities and promoting economic stability.

Operating within a highly regulated environment, FHLBank prioritizes data integrity, security, and accuracy to drive both operational success and regulatory compliance. As part of its continued evolution, the Bank is investing in modernizing technology and advancing enterprise data capabilities, leveraging analytics, governance, and digital transformation to enhance decision-making and risk management.

FHLBank fosters a collaborative, mission-driven culture grounded in accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement. Leaders are expected to balance strategic vision with disciplined execution while aligning with regulatory requirements and advancing forward-thinking initiatives.

The Director of Business Technology will report directly to the Chief Information Officer and lead a team responsible for business technology (software development), architecture, and shared services. This role provides strategic and operational leadership for the Bank's application portfolio, software development lifecycle, technology architecture, and technology innovation initiatives. The Director will partner closely with business and technology leaders to ensure technology solutions align with organizational priorities, regulatory requirements, and member experience objectives while fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

What You’ll Do

• Lead software development, architecture, and shared services teams
• Drive application modernization, digital transformation, and technology innovation
• Partner with business and technology leaders to align solutions with strategic priorities and member needs
• Evaluate and advance emerging technologies, including AI, cloud, automation, and modern development platforms
• Strengthen software delivery, architecture, production support, reliability, and operational performance
• Build, mentor, and develop high-performing technology teams while fostering collaboration and continuous improvement

What You Bring

• 10+ years of progressive IT and business experience leading complex, cross-functional teams
• 8+ years of hands-on software engineering experience within full lifecycle development environments
• Experience with modern architectures, including cloud-native, microservices, and API-driven systems
• Proven success leading application modernization, transformation, and software delivery initiatives
• Strong strategic mindset with the ability to translate technology into clear business outcomes
• Experience evaluating emerging technologies while balancing innovation, risk, regulatory requirements, and cost
• Experience with Agile methodologies; DevOps/DevSecOps knowledge is highly desirable
• Experience operating in complex, regulated environments

Why Join FHLBank

• Mission-driven organization making a meaningful impact on financial institutions and communities
• Opportunity to help shape the future of technology across the Bank
• High-impact leadership role reporting directly to the CIO
• Lead modernization, innovation, and transformation across critical technology platforms
• Collaborative, forward-thinking environment focused on innovation and continuous improvement

CBIZ is an Equal Opportunity Employer

CBIZ does not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, national origin, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification under the law.