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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Director of Information Technology (IT) - **Company:** uLab Systems, Inc. - **Location:** Memphis, TN, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Data Analysis, JIRA, Cyber Security, Disaster Recovery, Machine Learning, Uptime, Netsuite, Salesforce.Com, Data Streaming, Cloud Platform System, Okta, Generative AI, Information Technology, Data Management, Network Server - **Published:** July 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=535af4b24ce54e79 ## About the Role * BS in Computer Science or similar degree required. * MS in business administration preferred., * Minimum of 9 years leading technology teams. * Experience managing enterprise IT operations, networking, cloud systems, cybersecurity, systems administration, data protection, and technology operations. * Exceptional leadership, Agile project management, and analytical problem-solving capabilities. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential for interfacing with other departments. * Demonstrated ability to align technology solutions with business objectives and strategic initiatives. * Experience in deploying, optimizing, and maintaining NetSuite, Salesforce, AWS, Microsoft 365, Okta, Jira, and other required technologies to drive business growth. ## Description SUMMARY: The Director of IT will be responsible for uLab's technology strategy, application stack and infrastructure. This person will align technology operations with business goals, enable business processes, lead the technology team, ensure robust cybersecurity and disaster recovery plans, and manage the IT team and budget to enable improved, efficient business processes. Will serve as a technical liaison between Information Technology and all other operating departments. This position reports to the CFO., * Lead the overall IT strategy, operations, and digital transformation initiatives to support business objectives in a mid-sized enterprise to ensure alignment between technology capabilities and organizational goals. * Oversee the design, implementation, maintenance, and optimization of robust IT infrastructure, including networks, servers, cloud platforms, endpoints, and hybrid environments for reliability, scalability, and performance. * Drive enterprise-wide automation initiatives, including workflow automation, process optimization, and integration of intelligent automation tools to improve efficiency and reduce manual efforts. * Champion the adoption and responsible implementation of AI technologies, including generative AI solutions, machine learning applications, and data-driven insights to enhance business processes, decision-making, and innovation. * Manage data platforms, accessibility, governance, analytics, and integration strategies to ensure secure, reliable, and actionable data availability across the organization. * Develop and enforce IT cybersecurity, compliance, risk management, and disaster recovery programs. Maintain adherence to relevant regulations, standards, and best practices. * Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing IT team, including infrastructure, operations, automation, AI/specialized roles, and support staff. Foster a culture of continuous learning and collaboration. * Manage the IT budget, vendor relationships, contracts, and technology procurement to optimize costs, deliver value, and ensure alignment with business priorities. * Collaborate with business unit leaders, HR, and other stakeholders to identify technology needs, prioritize projects, support change management, and address the impact of automation and AI on job responsibilities and workforce skills. * Monitor emerging technologies and industry trends to recommend and implement innovative solutions that drive operational excellence, competitive advantage, and digital maturity. * Establish and track key performance metrics (KPIs) for IT service delivery, system uptime, project delivery, security posture, and ROI on technology investments. * Ensure seamless integration between internal IT platforms and any product-related systems or external partners, facilitating smooth operations and data flows. * Ensure manufacturing development complies with FDA, GMP, ISO, and other applicable regulatory requirements. ## Related Videos - [DevOps at Netflix](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/270-devops-at-netflix) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [Navigating the Corporate Jungle: Life as a Developer in a large Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/621-navigating-the-corporate-jungle-life-as-a-developer-in-a-large-company) - [Leading with Reliability: Applying SRE Principles to Build Stronger Engineering Organizations](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100185-leading-with-reliability-applying-sre-principles-to-build-stronger-engineering-organizations) - [Collaboration Quantified: Lessons from Open Source Developer Networks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1422-collaboration-quantified-lessons-from-open-source-developer-networks) ## Related Articles - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [IT Salaries in UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/288-it-salaries-in-uk) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [How Many Jobs Are Available in Technology?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/450-how-many-jobs-are-available-in-technology) - [How should you format your IT resume?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/68-how-should-you-format-your-it-resume)