At Exeter Finance, we are committed to helping customers find the right financing for their next vehicle purchase. By building strong relationships with our customers and network of dealer partners we are able to give options that make sense, getting customers behind the wheel of their car.
Every team member is integral to our success. Whether you’re at a servicing center helping customers with their loans, in the field building relationships with dealers, or supporting the company from its corporate offices, you'll enjoy a nurturing, invigorating and positive work environment.
Our vision is to be a premier finance company and lender of choice known for its People, Performance and Service.
Job Description
This position is hybrid and will be required to be in office two times per month for collaboration working sessions.
Job Summary
Responsible for setting the strategic direction and vision for the organization's IT infrastructure. This role involves designing and implementing complex, large-scale infrastructure solutions, driving innovation, and ensuring alignment with business objectives. Will provide expert-level guidance, leads high-impact projects, and influences technology strategy across the organization.
Job Duties
- Design and oversee the implementation of sophisticated infrastructure architectures, including cloud platforms, data centers, networks, and storage solutions. Innovate and integrate advanced technologies to enhance infrastructure capabilities and efficiency.
- Lead and manage large-scale infrastructure projects, including system migrations, upgrades, and integrations. Ensure projects are executed effectively, meeting strategic goals and technical requirements with minimal disruption to business operations.
- Collaborate with senior IT leaders, business executives, and external partners to influence technology strategy and drive organizational change. Advocate for best practices and innovative solutions to enhance infrastructure performance and support business initiatives.
- Conduct advanced performance assessments and optimizations across the infrastructure landscape. Address complex issues related to scalability, capacity, and efficiency, and implement strategies for continuous improvement.
- Develop and enforce comprehensive security frameworks and compliance strategies for infrastructure systems. Ensure alignment with regulatory requirements and organizational policies, and lead efforts to address security vulnerabilities and risks.
- Create and maintain detailed architectural documentation, including design specifications, configurations, and best practices. Prepare and present strategic reports to senior management, highlighting project progress, performance metrics, and future plans.
- Mentor and support other architects and technical staff, fostering professional growth and knowledge sharing. Lead training initiatives and contribute to the development of the team’s technical capabilities.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree or educational experience in related field preferred, or relevant work experience.
- 4+ year of relevant demonstrated ability to influence and lead others in the execution of tasks, projects, processes or programs
- 10-12 years of experience with enterprise-level infrastructure systems, including cloud platforms, data centers, networks, and storage solutions.
- Advanced certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or equivalent.
- Experience with cutting-edge technologies and advanced automation tools, as well as a demonstrated ability to drive strategic innovation.
- Deep expertise in designing and managing complex, large-scale infrastructure systems and solutions.
- Proficiency in advanced automation, orchestration, cloud technologies, and performance optimization.
- Strong understanding of security practices, compliance, and risk management.
- Exceptional strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a proven track record of driving infrastructure innovation and aligning solutions with business goals.
- Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders, mentor teams, and present technical information effectively.
- Strong collaborative skills, with the ability to work across departments and manage relationships with external partners.
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Exeter Finance LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate including
skill set, experience, qualifications and other job-related reasons.
122,400.00 USD-$191,250.00
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What We Do
At Exeter, we are committed to helping consumers find the right financing for their next vehicle purchase. We work with thousands of franchised and independent auto dealers nationwide to make vehicle ownership possible for everyone. We have helped more than one million consumers purchase the cars and trucks they want by providing the financing solutions they need.
Our mission is to create superior value for our stakeholders by providing financial solutions through building exceptional customer, dealer and partner relationships while exhibiting a Culture of Excellence.
Our vision is to be a premier auto finance company and lender of choice known for its People, Performance and Service.
