Technology Leader

Ramaker | Architecture + Engineering; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

ESOP

Hybrid work

Paid time off

Job summary

Ramaker & Associates, Inc. is a multidisciplinary, employee-owned architecture, engineering, and interior design firm serving clients nationwide.

As Technology Leader, you will guide strategy across a diverse tech landscape, modernize systems, advance AI capabilities, and mentor teams to deliver measurable improvements in productivity and operations. Remote work is common, with on-site visits 1–2 days weekly in Madison.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in IT/CS/IS or related field.
• 8+ years leading enterprise technology, infra, and software delivery.
• Proven experience driving digital transformation and modernization.
• Experience integrating AI across roadmaps aligned to business goals.
• Track record partnering with executives and cross-functional teams.
• Experience with Azure Cloud Services preferred.
• Eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in future.
• Able to work 1–2 days on-site per week.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the overall technology strategy and roadmap.
• Ensure secure, efficient operations and adopt new technologies.
• Implement solutions to improve employee productivity and tech experience.
• Oversee software, infrastructure, and cybersecurity across teams.
• Lead digital transformation initiatives to boost scalability and reliability.
• Prioritize tech investments with leadership and roadmaps.
• Mentor cross-functional teams delivering scalable digital solutions.
• Contribute hands-on work within a small team supporting 90 employees.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

AI/Automation knowledge

Cloud experience

Enterprise tech delivery

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS/IS or related

Tools

Azure Cloud Services

Job description

Ramaker & Associates, Inc. is a multidisciplinary, employee-owned architecture, engineering, and interior design firm serving clients across multiple industries nationwide. In addition to its design and engineering expertise, the firm provides environmental, surveying, and software development services that help support complex projects and evolving business needs. As technology continues to transform how work is performed, Ramaker is committed to leveraging digital solutions, data, automation, and artificial intelligence (AI) to improve efficiency, enhance productivity, and empower employees to deliver greater value to clients. Technology plays a critical role in enabling that vision, from streamlining daily operations and improving decision-making to supporting innovation, scalability, and long-term growth.

This role offers the opportunity to shape how technology, automation, and AI support the broader business. As Technology Leader, you will guide strategy and execution across a diverse technology environment, helping the organization identify and implement solutions that improve workflows, eliminate inefficiencies, and enable teams to work smarter. You will lead efforts to modernize systems, advance the organization's AI capabilities, and foster a culture of continuous improvement and digital innovation. Working closely with leadership and cross-functional partners, you will align technology investments and business priorities, ensuring that emerging technologies deliver practical, measurable improvements in productivity, employee experience, and operational performance while balancing strategic vision with hands-on execution.

Ramaker offers a flexible work environment, and most of our employees work remotely. This position is eligible for remote work; however, regular travel to our Madison, Wisconsin office is expected, typically 1-2 days per week, based on business and team needs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the overall technology strategy, performance, and continuous improvement roadmap aligned with business and operational goals
• Ensure the technology environment supports efficient, secure, and effective operations while identifying and implementing new technologies that improve business outcomes
• Implement solutions that enhance employee efficiency and the overall technology experience
• Oversee software development, infrastructure, and cybersecurity across multiple teams
• Drive digital transformation initiatives and improve efficiency, scalability, and reliability
• Collaborate with leadership to prioritize technology investments and roadmaps
• Support and mentor cross-functional teams to deliver scalable digital solutions
• Contribute hands-on technical work as needed within a three-person team supporting a 90-employee company

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
• 8+ years of progressively responsible experience leading enterprise technology, infrastructure, and software delivery teams
• Proven experience driving digital transformation and multi-faceted systems modernization
• Experience incorporating AI solutions into technology roadmaps aligned with operational business goals
• Track record of collaborating effectively with executive leadership, operational leaders, department heads, and cross-functional technology teams
• Experience with Azure Cloud Services is preferred
• Eligible to work in the United States without company sponsorship, both now and in the future
• Able to work 1-2 days per week on-site

Benefits

Recognized as a Top Workplace by the Wisconsin State Journal five years in a row, Ramaker offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages and empowers employee-owners to pursue their professional goals in a collaborative and flexible work environment. This position is eligible for our full benefits package including health insurance with a company-funded health reimbursement account, dental, vision, life, disability, accident, critical illness, and pet insurance options. Additionally, we offer two retirement plans with our 401(k) plan with a company match and our employee stock ownership plan which is fully-funded by Ramaker. Ramaker supports your work/life balance by offering compressed workweeks, vacation, sick, and holiday pay.

Ramaker is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to maintaining a welcoming, inclusive, and mutually respectful work environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 608-643-4100 or at [e-mail].