Director of Tech Operations & AI Innovation

Trinnex; Mount Pleasant (SC); On-site; USD 169,000 - 347,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinnex seeks a Director of Technology Operations & Innovation to lead the software engineering organization, shaping strategy, architecture, and delivery for current and future products. The role drives scalable, secure, high-quality software and a culture of ownership and collaboration.

The leader will guide technology strategy, platform scalability, cybersecurity, and AI-enabled practices while partnering with stakeholders to ensure on-time, impactful outcomes across a diverse portfolio.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 15+ years of related experience, including 3+ years in leadership.
• Experience preferred in infrastructure, utilities, or public sector settings.
• Strong knowledge of cloud platforms, cybersecurity, and AI-enabled development.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering strategy, delivery, and architecture across software products and projects.
• Define technology strategy, platform scalability, and governance to improve product health.
• Mentor and develop engineering managers and teams; foster ownership and collaboration.
• Partner with Product and business leaders to align engineering investments with priorities.

Skills

Leadership & management

AI-enabled software development

DevSecOps

Cloud platforms

Cybersecurity

Geospatial data & GIS

Platform engineering

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/Engineering or related field

Job description

Trinnex seeks a Director of Technology Operations & Innovation to lead the software engineering organization, shaping strategy, architecture, and delivery for current and future products. The role drives scalable, secure, high-quality software and a culture of ownership and collaboration.

The leader will guide technology strategy, platform scalability, cybersecurity, and AI-enabled practices while partnering with stakeholders to ensure on-time, impactful outcomes across a diverse portfolio.