Director of Technology Operations (Remote)

Placements24; Paarl; À distance; ZAR 1 800 000 - 3 000 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

substantial salary

performance bonuses

stock options

comprehensive benefits for remote work

home office allowances

continuous learning

professional development

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Director of Technology Operations to lead our client's global IT infrastructure remotely. You will shape strategy for cloud services, security, and reliability across platforms, guiding a distributed team of engineers.

You will drive DevOps adoption, disaster recovery, budget planning, and vendor management, partnering with engineering, product, and security teams to ensure uptime and performance.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in IT operations management
• 4+ years in a senior leadership role
• Experience managing complex, cloud-native infrastructure
• Strong knowledge of cloud platforms, networking, security

Responsabilités

• Oversee daily operations of global IT infrastructure incl. cloud services, networks, servers, and data centers.
• Develop and implement strategies for IT infrastructure management, reliability, disaster recovery, and business continuity.
• Lead, mentor and develop a distributed IT operations team across locations.
• Ensure security and integrity of IT systems and data with best practices and compliance.
• Manage IT operations budget and optimize costs while ensuring high-quality services.
• Drive adoption of DevOps and automation to improve efficiency and reduce manual work.
• Collaborate with engineering, product and security teams for seamless integration and performance.
• Define and monitor KPIs for uptime, performance, and user satisfaction.
• Manage vendor relationships and contracts for IT hardware, software and services.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends.

Connaissances

Leadership

Communication

Remote team leadership

Cloud technologies

DevOps

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/IT/Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Outils

AWS

Azure

GCP

ITIL

PMP

ITSM

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a leading innovator in cloud solutions and SaaS products, is seeking a visionary Director of Technology Operations to lead their global technical infrastructure and support teams. This is a fully remote position, requiring a seasoned leader with a deep understanding of IT operations, infrastructure management, and DevOps principles. The Director of Technology Operations will be responsible for ensuring the reliability, scalability, security, and performance of all technology systems and services that power our client's cutting-edge platforms. You will lead a distributed team of IT professionals, drive operational excellence, and play a key role in defining the future of our client's technology landscape. This role demands a strategic thinker with a passion for technology and a proven ability to manage complex IT environments effectively from anywhere in the world.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the company's global IT infrastructure, including cloud services, networks, servers, and data centers.
• Develop and implement robust strategies for IT infrastructure management, system reliability, disaster recovery, and business continuity.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of IT operations engineers and system administrators across various locations.
• Ensure the security and integrity of all IT systems and data, implementing best practices and compliance measures.
• Manage the IT operations budget, optimizing costs while ensuring the delivery of high-quality services.
• Drive the adoption of DevOps principles and automation to enhance efficiency and reduce manual intervention.
• Collaborate with engineering, product, and security teams to ensure seamless integration and performance of technology solutions.
• Define and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for IT operations, focusing on uptime, performance, and user satisfaction.
• Manage vendor relationships and contracts for IT hardware, software, and services.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends to continuously improve the IT infrastructure and operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in IT operations management, with at least 4 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven experience managing complex, scalable, and highly available IT infrastructure, preferably in a cloud-native environment.
• Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), networking, system administration, and cybersecurity principles.
• Experience leading and managing remote technical teams.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability in strategic planning, budget management, and vendor negotiation.
• Experience with IT service management (ITSM) frameworks and tools.
• Certifications such as ITIL, PMP, or cloud certifications are highly desirable.
• Proven ability to thrive in a fully remote, fast-paced, and dynamic work environment.

Benefits

• substantial salary
• performance bonuses
• stock options
• comprehensive benefits suite tailored for remote employees
• allowances for home office setup
• continuous learning
• professional development.

Join an innovative and forward-thinking company committed to technological excellence and employee well-being.

Be part of a collaborative global team and contribute to shaping the future of cloud technology.

We value diversity and inclusion in our remote workforce.