Senior Vice President of Technology

Why Join Us?

Join DAS Technology, a pioneering SaaS company revolutionizing consumer engagement through cutting-edge digital technology.

As the force behind the automotive industry's first next-level Consumer Data & Experience Platform® (CDXP), we empower over 9,200 retailers and OEMs to increase consumer response and lead conversions by leveraging patented AI-powered digital technology that delivers measurable ROI.

If you're passionate about innovation and eager to make an impact in a dynamic environment, DAS Technology is where you can thrive.

Be part of our journey to transform the way businesses connect with consumers apply today and help shape the future of consumer engagement.

What You'll Do

The Senior Vice President (SVP) of Technology is the top technology leadership role responsible for optimizing the company's existing technology solutions to ensure alignment with strategic business objectives.

This role focuses on improving and fine-tuning solutions, systems, and processes already in place, ensuring operational efficiency and alignment with the company's strategic goals.

The SVP will collaborate with cross-functional leaders, guide the technology team, and implement initiatives to drive operational efficiency, cost reduction, and performance improvement.

Additionally, the SVP will lead technical due diligence and provide post-acquisition support during mergers and acquisitions, ensuring seamless integration of technology assets into the company's infrastructure.

Technology Optimization & Strategic Alignment :

• Lead efforts to optimize current technology solutions, aligning them with the company's broader strategic objectives and improving overall operational performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to refine product roadmaps, assess opportunities for efficiency, and prioritize workflows for better execution.

Leadership & Team Development :

• Provide ongoing mentorship, training, and leadership development for the team and aspiring leaders within the technology organization.
• Foster a collaborative, no ego environment that promotes teamwork, accountability, and continuous learning.

Operational Excellence & Process Automation :

• Identify opportunities to automate manual processes, reducing operational costs and improving service levels across the organization.
• Drive initiatives to streamline workflows, enhance platform performance, and ensure technology resources are used efficiently.

Performance Monitoring & Metrics :

• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of the technology organization and highlight opportunities for improvement.
• Ensure performance metrics are communicated to cross-functional stakeholders, emphasizing transparency and accountability.

Platform Management & Uptime Reliability :

• Oversee the optimization of all technology platforms, including on-premise, cloud, and third-party systems, ensuring they are fully optimized and aligned with business objectives.
• Implement and maintain robust alert systems and escalation procedures to support service-level agreements (SLAs) and maximize platform uptime.

Technology Integration & M&A Support :

• Lead technical due diligence and provide post-acquisition support during mergers and acquisitions, ensuring seamless integration of technology assets.
• Oversee the resource planning and technology optimization required during and after acquisitions to maintain operational continuity.

Compliance & Security Oversight :

• Ensure strict adherence to data security and compliance policies, particularly around PII, HIPAA, CCPA, TCPA, CAN-SPAM, and GDPR regulations.
• Continuously assess security risks and ensure technology platforms are compliant with regulatory standards and industry best practices.

Cost Management & Budget Optimization :

• Analyze and manage the technology budget, focusing on optimizing staffing, platform costs, and IT-related expenses.
• Identify and implement cost-saving strategies to improve the overall financial performance of the technology organization.

Technology Stack Optimization :

• Drive the optimization of the company's technology stack, including full-stack development in C# (.Net / .Net Core) within Microsoft environments.
• Oversee continuous improvements to front-end technologies (React, Blazer, JavaScript) and database systems (SQL, MongoDB, Cosmos), ensuring they are fully optimized for business needs.

Communication & Collaboration :

• Facilitate clear communication between the technology team, business leaders, and end users to ensure alignment and transparency in technology decisions.
• Serve as the liaison between technical teams and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring technology initiatives support business priorities.

What You'll Bring

Required Skills & Experience :

• Progressive experience in software development, with a background of advancing through various technical and leadership roles.
• Proven experience optimizing technology solutions and driving operational efficiency in mid to large-scale enterprises.
• Deep understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including pipelines, testing, automation, and release / rollback strategies.
• Expertise in full-stack development : C# (.Net / .Net Core) within Microsoft environments and tools.
• Strong knowledge of front-end technologies including React, Blazer, and JavaScript.
• Experience managing databases such as SQL, MongoDB, and CosmosDB.
• Familiarity with Microsoft's Modern Workplace tools (Office 365, Teams, Planner, Dynamics CRM) and JIRA / Confluence for project management.
• Demonstrated experience with Web, Mobile, and Hybrid solutions.
• Strong understanding of security & compliance policies concerning PII, HIPAA, CCPA, TCPA, CAN-SPAM, and GDPR regulations.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Extensive leadership experience in optimizing technology systems within complex, highly regulated environments.
• Demonstrated ability to reduce operational expenses while improving service delivery and overall platform performance.
• Experience in providing technology leadership and integration support during M&A activities.
• Demonstrated experience in developing software solutions for business programs and projects in both B2B and B2C environments.
• Knowledge of Zuora subscription billing is a plus.
• Experience with Natural Language Processing (NLP) and Machine Learning (ML) applications is a plus.

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science, computer engineering, business, or related field from an accredited university, advanced technical education from a recognized program, OR demonstrated technical knowledge and equivalent work experience.

Our Culture & Benefits

At DAS Technology, we believe that our success is rooted in our exceptional culture and the unique benefits we offer. We provide a range of comprehensive benefits, including free healthcare options, student loan repayment assistance, home purchase and refinancing support, and a no-cost veterinarian discount plan.

Our commitment to employee well-being is reflected in our monthly half-days and the DASVentures employee-led group, which organizes health and wellness initiatives along with team-building activities.

Join a workplace where innovation thrives, and employees are truly valued.

Key Benefits

• Healthcare : Free & company-subsidized medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Financial Support : 401k & Roth 401k with company match, incentive stock options, and student loan repayment assistance.
• Work-Life Balance : Competitive PTO, 11 paid holidays, paid parental leave, and monthly bonus half-day Fridays.
• Employee Well-Being : Free life and disability insurance, mental wellness programs, and pet care discounts.
• Career Growth : Tuition and training reimbursement programs.
• Dynamic Environment : Modern, fun, and friendly workplace.

Plus More! Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, happiness, and financial success.

Equal Opportunity Employer

DAS Technology provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind, including but not limited to race or ethnicity, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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