Director of Information Technology

Omega Holdings; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm based in Irving, Texas is seeking a Director of IT to provide strategic and operational leadership. The ideal candidate must have extensive experience with the LAMP stack and proven leadership in web application development. This role requires a hands-on approach to guide teams and projects, ensuring technology solutions align with corporate objectives.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 years of hands-on IT experience.
• Advanced expertise with the LAMP stack and Laravel.
• Experience in managing complex IT projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for the IT function.
• Lead design and maintenance of enterprise web applications.
• Oversee database administration and performance tuning.

Skills

LAMP stack expertise

Database optimization

Scripting (Bash, Shell)

Leadership

Project management

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science

Tools

AWS

Laravel

Job description

Position Summary

Reporting to the VP of IT, the Director of IT will provide strategic and operational leadership for the IT function, while actively contributing to web application development and IT operations. This position is hands-on and requires deep technical expertise in the LAMP stack with Laravel, strong database administration skills, and proven leadership experience. The individual will collaborate across divisions to deliver scalable and secure technology solutions that align with corporate objectives.

Desired Professional Skills and Experience

• Minimum of 12 years of hands-on IT experience, with a strong background in web application development.
• Advanced expertise with the LAMP stack (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP) and Laravel.
• Strong proficiency in database design, optimization, and administration.
• Proficiency in scripting (Bash, Shell); Python experience is a plus but not required.
• Experience with AWS or other cloud platforms is preferred but not required.
• Experience with ERP (NAV or Business Central) is preferred.
• Proven leadership and project management experience, including the ability to manage complex projects from planning through execution.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams effectively, including providing front-line support for off-hour deployments and system maintenance.
• Strong complex problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for the IT function.
• Lead the design, architecture, and maintenance of enterprise web applications using the LAMP stack.
• Oversee database administration, optimization, and performance tuning.
• Actively contributes to development efforts, including coding, scripting, and troubleshooting.
• Enforce IT policies, standards, and best practices.
• Partner with stakeholders to define business requirements and deliver technology solutions.
• Drive automation and efficiency through scripting and process improvements.
• Lead teams in delivering complex projects on time and within scope.
• Provide leadership and support during off-hour deployments, upgrades, and maintenance windows.
• Evaluate and implement emerging technologies to support business growth.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• A minimum of 12 years of progressive, hands-on IT and web development experience, including leadership responsibilities.