Appfire is hiring a
Vice President of Infrastructure

Summary

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Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field. MBA or advanced degree preferred
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in cloud infrastructure management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role
• Extensive experience with major cloud platforms including AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform
• Deep understanding of cloud architecture, services, and security
• Ability to develop and implement long-term cloud strategies that align with business goals
• Proven experience in managing cloud budgets and financial planning
• Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Google Professional Cloud Architect) are highly desirable

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive cloud infrastructure strategy that aligns with the company’s goals and growth objectives
• Oversee the design, implementation, and management of the company’s array of cloud environments
• Drive the scaling of our SaaS software platforms to support rapid growth
• Champion the use of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles to automate and streamline cloud infrastructure management
• Embed a strong security mindset into all aspects of cloud infrastructure management
• Leverage global experience to manage and optimize cloud infrastructure across multiple regions and data centers
• Effectively coordinate and collaborate with global teams across multiple time zones
• Work closely with the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Chief Product Officer (CPO), and other senior executives to align cloud infrastructure strategies with overall business objectives
• Lead and mentor a team of cloud infrastructure professionals
• Develop and manage the cloud infrastructure budget
• Identify potential risks to cloud infrastructure stability and security
• Manage relationships with cloud service providers and other key vendors
• Stay abreast of emerging cloud technologies and industry trends
• Plan for future scale by anticipating growth and evolving needs
• Lead the response to critical incidents affecting cloud infrastructure

Benefits

• Every Appfire employee is eligible for company equity
• Access to the Appfire University learning platform – a hub of knowledge, interactive resources, and engaging instructor-led courses designed to fuel your learning journey with unparalleled depth and accessibility
• 25 working days of paid annual leave, regardless of years of experience
• Private healthcare
• Multisport card
• 3 fully paid days each year to participate in Appfire Town, Appfire’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Program
• Sofia public transport card