Director of IT

BillionToOne • Union City, CA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

BillionToOne is seeking a Director of IT to oversee and manage its DevOps and IT strategy. This leader will guide the company’s IT team and infrastructure as the business scales, with responsibility for networking, infrastructure management, AWS cloud services, cybersecurity, compliance, IT support, and project delivery. The role is hybrid, with onsite work 2–3 days per week, and reports to the VP of IT/IS.

The Director of IT will develop IT strategies aligned with the company’s growth goals; oversee cloud infrastructure and networking; manage AWS services and optimize their cost, performance, and security; and ensure reliable IT operations. The role also leads security and compliance efforts, IT projects, vendor relationships, technical support, asset lifecycle management, and implementation of IT policies and procedures.

BillionToOne is a molecular diagnostics company focused on making accurate diagnostic tests accessible. Its products support prenatal screening and cancer care. The company is headquartered in Menlo Park, California, with facilities in Union City, California, and a lab planned for Austin, Texas, in 2027.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• At least 8 years of experience in IT.
• At least 3 years in a managerial or leadership role.
• Extensive experience with networking technologies, infrastructure management, and AWS cloud services.
• Proficiency in networking technologies, including LAN, WAN, VPN, and firewalls.
• Strong knowledge of server and storage systems, virtualization, and data centers.
• Expertise in AWS services, architecture, and best practices.
• Experience with IT security protocols and compliance standards.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• Experience with SOC 2 compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement IT strategies aligned with the company’s scaling goals.
• Lead and manage the IT team, fostering excellence and continuous improvement.
• Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of cloud infrastructure and establish it as a service for the organization.
• Ensure the reliability, security, and efficiency of networking systems.
• Manage network configuration, performance monitoring, and troubleshooting.
• Oversee the setup, configuration, and maintenance of servers, storage, and other infrastructure components.
• Implement and manage disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
• Design and manage AWS cloud infrastructure for scalability, performance, and security.
• Oversee the strategy, deployment, and management of AWS services, including EC2, S3, RDS, and VPC.
• Optimize cloud resources for cost-efficiency and performance.
• Implement and manage cloud security policies and procedures.
• Maintain IT security measures and ensure they are regularly updated to protect against data breaches and cyber threats.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, SOC 2, and other relevant standards and regulations.
• Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments.
• Lead IT projects from conception through completion, delivering them on time and within budget.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support IT needs for company initiatives.
• Manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts for IT services and products.
• Oversee IT support to ensure timely resolution of technical issues and a high standard of service satisfaction.
• Maintain an inventory of IT assets and manage lifecycle processes.
• Implement IT policies and procedures and ensure staff adherence.

Benefits

• Multiple medical benefit options, with employee premiums paid 100% for select plans and dependents covered up to 80%.
• Paid Family Bonding Leave of 16 weeks at 100% for eligible employees.
• Supplemental fertility benefits coverage.
• Retirement savings program with a 4% company match.
• Paid time off increases with tenure.
• Latest hardware, including laptops, lab equipment, and facilities.
• Free daily on-site lunches.
• On-campus amenities, including a state-of-the-art gym and restaurant.
• Free on-site EV charging.
• Annual bonus eligibility.
• New-hire equity grant of up to $150,000 at grant value, vesting over four years, plus annual equity refresh grants equal in value to the new-hire grant.
• Competitive medical and dental coverage.
• Professional growth opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director