Director, Information Technology

About This Role:

The Director, Information Technology leads Crexi’s IT efforts, shaping strategy, overseeing teams, and optimizing technology solutions to support the growth and success of our company. With a focus on infrastructure management and strategic initiatives, this role ensures that technology drives business excellence and compliance.  

What You'll Do:

• Provides leadership to the IT team, setting clear goals, objectives, and priorities. 
• Oversees the day-to-day management and maintenance of the company's technology infrastructure, including servers, networks, and cloud services. 
• Ensures the availability and performance of IT systems. 
• Builds, mentors, and leads a high-performing IT team, fostering a culture of innovation, skill development, and accountability. 
• Manages IT resources effectively and allocates them to support business priorities. 
• Manages relationships with technology vendors and partners, including contract negotiations, performance evaluation, and strategic collaboration. 
• Ensures vendor services align with business needs and standards. 
• Oversees IT budgeting and financial planning, monitors expenses, and optimizes resource allocation. 
• Identifies cost-saving opportunities and ensures adherence to budget constraints. 
• Drives and participates in strategic IT initiatives, including technology roadmaps, system enhancements, and digital transformation projects. 
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to execute these initiatives effectively. 
• Ensures compliance with IT policies, procedures, and relevant standards (e.g., GDPR, ISO, SOC2), contributing to a strong IT governance framework. 
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

Who You Are:

• Self-starter who independently owns their own success metrics.  
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for interacting with technical and non-technical stakeholders. 
• Responsive, action-oriented, and innovative problem solver.  
• Strong and efficient teamwork and cross-department collaboration.  
• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills and an ability to demonstrate and handle multiple tasks accurately and efficiently.  
• Able to digest problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement the best solution. 
• A passion for infrastructure and improving the efficiency of software development teams.  
• A collaborative approach to working with engineers from a variety of expert domains.  
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot technical issues effectively. 
• Customer-oriented approach with a commitment to delivering high-quality technical support. 
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders. 

Preferred Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field. Advanced degrees or certifications (e.g., CIO, CISM, or similar) are preferred. 
• At least 12 years of experience in senior IT roles with a focus on technology strategy and operations. 
• Deep knowledge of operating systems (Windows, Mac) and basic scripting languages. 
• Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and virtualization technologies. 
• Exceptional leadership skills, with a track record of building and managing high-performing IT teams. 
• Expertise in IT infrastructure management and data protection. 
• In-depth knowledge of emerging technologies and trends in the commercial real estate and technology sectors is preferred. 

Why Crexi?

• Full Medical, Dental, Vision Health Benefits
  
• Competitive Compensation Package, Base, Bonus, and Stock Options
  
• 401K
  
• Growth Opportunities and Career Development
  
• Gym Membership to LA Fitness Fitness
  
• Perks and Discounts from Perkspot

The anticipated base salary range for candidates who will work in our Playa Vista, California location is $150,000 - $200,000. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will depend on several factors, which may include, but are not limited to, the type and length of experience applicable to the role and within the industry, education, geographic location, etc. Commercial Real Estate Exchange, Inc (“Crexi”) is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states.