Director of Technology

Director Of Technology / Director Of Engineering

Location : Century City, CA (Onsite 2x per week) Total Compensation : Up to $300,000 Industry : Financial Services (Private Equity or related finance preferred)

About the Role Our client, a well-established financial firm in Century City, is seeking a Director of Technology / Director of Engineering to lead technology strategy, integration, and innovation across the organization. This individual will be both a strategic thinker and hands-on technologist, capable of maintaining and enhancing complex systems while guiding the firm toward future adoption of AI and machine learning solutions. The ideal candidate is systems-agnostic, deeply technical, and thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced financial environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the firm's full technology landscape, ensuring all systems, applications, and integrations operate efficiently and securely.
• Evaluate, document, and optimize the backend infrastructure, identifying opportunities for stronger connectivity across platforms.
• Partner with firm leadership to define and execute a forward-looking technology roadmap, including AI / ML initiatives.
• Integrate and streamline multiple financial and operational systems to ensure data integrity and performance.
• Serve as a bridge between business and technical teamstranslating complex system interactions into clear, actionable insights.
• Manage vendor relationships, oversee system upgrades, and ensure compliance with security and financial regulations.
• Mentor and develop technical staff, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and excellence.

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