Director of Infrastructure

Multiple Locations: Dallas/Fort Worth; Austin, TX; Ann Arbor, MIProduct and Engineering – Development /Full-time /HybridAs the Director of Infrastructure you will play a pivotal role in building and leading a high-performing team responsible for the design, implementation, and management of our infrastructure landscape. Reporting directly to the Chief Technology Officer (CTO), you will have the opportunity to shape our technology backbone, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security. This role requires a strategic mindset, hands-on technical expertise, and exceptional leadership skills to foster a culture of innovation and excellence within the infrastructure team.What you will doLead the design, implementation, and maintenance of our infrastructure systems, including network, servers, storage, and cloud servicesDevelop and execute a comprehensive infrastructure strategy aligned with business objectives, driving innovation and efficiencyCollaborate with cross-functional teams to assess infrastructure needs, identify opportunities for optimization, and drive innovation initiativesEstablish and enforce best practices, standards, and policies to maintain a secure and compliant infrastructure environmentMonitor system performance and proactively address issues to minimize downtime and ensure optimal performance.Evaluate emerging technologies and trends, making recommendations for adoption to enhance infrastructure capabilities and efficiencyManage vendor relationships and contracts, negotiating agreements and ensuring service level agreements are met.Develop and manage infrastructure budgets, forecasting future needs and resource requirementsBuild and develop a talented team of engineers and technicians, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment where team members can thrive and growWhat skills and experience you bringBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field; Master's degree preferredMinimum of 8 years of experience in infrastructure management, with at least 3 years in a leadership roleProven track record of building and leading high-performing infrastructure teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovationStrong understanding of networking, virtualization, cloud computing, and storage technologies.Demonstrated ability to design and manage infrastructure that supports high-scale, low-latency SaaS applicationsExperience with cloud-native architectures, distributed systems, and real-time data processing is essential.Deep understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) with a proven track record of optimizing performance and costFamiliarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and serverless architectures is a plusExperience in mentoring and developing engineering talent is importantExpertise in implementing and maintaining high availability, fault-tolerant systems.Knowledge of security best practices, including encryption, access control, and compliance with industry standards.Experience in automating infrastructure processes, deploying CI/CD pipelines, and adopting new technologies to improve performance and reliabilityExperience with infrastructure automation and configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Terraform, Puppet)Deep knowledge of security best practices and compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, SOC 2)Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve common goalsStrong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on driving results and continuous improvementEffective communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholdersRelevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Cisco CCNA/CCNP, CISSP) are a plusABOUT KODDIKoddi is a global technology company with software and services that help top digital marketplaces effectively monetize their first-party audiences through industry-leading commerce media technology and strategy. Our enterprise platforms leverage first-party data to drive marketplace revenue and profit by improving user experience and target shoppers throughout the purchase path. Koddi’s platforms enable any advertiser, any marketplace, in any industry to increase awareness, generate demand, and drive revenue.We are committed to driving innovation and growth in the commerce media space. As part of that commitment, we’ve launched Koddi Academy—a learning platform designed to provide expert knowledge, competitive insights, and practical strategies for thriving in this fast-growing industry. Explore our latest certification course,  Commerce Media Foundations, to deepen your expertise and stay ahead in the evolving world of commerce media. You can also sign up for our waiting list to be notified when new courses are released. Get started today at Koddi Academy.