Director of Technical Foundations

University of Texas at Austin•Prior Lake, MN

8d•$165,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director will provide strategic leadership and technical oversight for enterprise technology platforms and solutions. This role is responsible for guiding architecture decisions, ensuring system reliability and scalability, and aligning technology initiatives with organizational goals. The Technical Foundations Director will collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage technical staff, and serve as a key advisor on emerging technologies and best practices.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
5+ years of experience in enterprise technology leadership roles.
Proven expertise in system architecture, cloud platforms, and integration frameworks.
Strong understanding of security, compliance, and data governance.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
Experience working with UT Austin computing systems.
Experience with ERP systems, middleware, and API management.
Familiarity with Agile methodologies and DevOps practices.
Ability to manage budgets and vendor relationships.

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership Define and execute the technical vision for enterprise platforms, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and industry standards.
Architecture & Design Oversee system architecture, integration strategies, technical roadmaps, quality assurance, and user experience for complex enterprise solutions.
Project Oversight Provide technical direction for major projects, ensuring timely delivery, quality standards, and adherence to security and compliance requirements.
Collaboration & Communication Partner with functional leads, business stakeholders, and vendors to translate business needs into technical solutions.
Innovation & Continuous Improvement Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend adoption strategies to enhance operational efficiency and user experience.
Team Development Mentor technical staff, foster a culture of collaboration, and ensure ongoing professional development.
Perform other related functions as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive health benefits (Employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Teachers Retirement System of Texas (a defined benefit retirement plan) or the Optional Retirement Program (a defined contribution plan)
Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
Training and conference opportunities
Tuition assistance
Athletic ticket discounts
Access to UT Austin's libraries and museums
Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Capital metro buses with staff ID card