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# Head of Technology

- **Company:** New Roots Institute
- **Location:** Portland, OR, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $91,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Computing Platforms, Asana, Automation of Tests, Databases, Data Integration, Web Development, Python (Programming Language), Salesforce.Com, Tableau (Software), Scripting, Manual Data Entry, Gsuite, Hubspot, Airtable, Programming Languages
- **Published:** August 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.wayup.com/i-j-Head-of-Technology-New-Roots-Institute-546163046400322/

## About the Role

+ Proficiency developing small production apps and automation scripts in Python or a similar programming language.
 + Experience building and maintaining data integrations between software platforms using developer APIs or custom scripts.
 + Experience developing and executing technology strategy aligned with organizational goals like scalability, flexibility, and accessibility.
 + Experience evaluating, selecting, and onboarding technology platforms based on organizational needs.
 + Experience translating requests into scoped technical requirements, acceptance criteria, and phased delivery options.
 + Experience explaining technical systems and their limitations to a non-technical audience in terms of organization impact.
Preferred Skills & Experience:

 + Track record of strong written communication, and ability to author specification documents and process documentation.
 + Experience evaluating and implementing AI tools, including consideration of accuracy and appropriate usage.
 + Experience with web development.
 + Familiarity with CRM and donor databases (such as HubSpot, Salesforce, or similar).
 + Familiarity with cybersecurity best practices for cloud-based organizations.
 + Familiarity with Tableau or other data visualization platforms.
Other Requirements

 + Shared vegan and anti-speciesist values. No one on our team consumes animals or animal products or believes that non-human animals can ethically be treated as resources for human use.
 + Ability to commit to attending the annual in-person team meeting, which typically takes place during the first full week of June (Monday through Friday).

## Description

+ Own the organization's technology strategy to meet organizational goals, including the effective and responsible use of AI.
 + Oversee the organization's technology ecosystem and core technology platforms, including monitoring performance, security, and compliance.
 + Ensure that the team makes the most effective use of available technology by regularly assessing available features, researching new platforms, and gathering team feedback.
 + Identify opportunities to leverage automations and AI to reduce manual data entry, increase efficiency, and improve data accuracy.
 + Design, build, and maintain custom applications, automations, and internal tools to streamline the team's work and strengthen their impact.
 + Build and maintain API connections between platforms such as Google Workspace, Asana, Airtable, and donor databases.
 + Maintain cybersecurity protocols and plan for incident response.
 + Resolve complex technology issues that cannot be addressed through routine technical support.


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