Prog Leasing, LLC
Director of Infrastructure and Operations (Remote)
Prog Leasing, LLC, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Director of Infrastructure and Operations (Remote)
Apply locations: Arizona | Full-time | Posted yesterday | Job Requisition ID: JR101166
Progressive Leasing
is a leading provider of in-store and e-commerce lease-to-own solutions. As an almost 20-year-old FinTech company that has evolved from start-up to industry leader, we focus on innovation, simplicity, and valuing all people. We are a company built on grit and constantly looking to the future. As a dynamic group of entrepreneurs and technologists, we are committed to doing the right thing in all aspects of our work. We are a subsidiary of PROG Holdings (NYSE: PRG), a prominent FinTech holding company with three segments: Progressive, Vive Financial, and Four, a Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) platform.
We are currently hiring a
Director of Infrastructure and Operations
to support our growth and mission!
This is a remote position, allowing work from anywhere in the continental US or from our Utah office. Occasional travel may be required for meetings, conferences, or data center visits.
Employee Value Proposition (EVP): PROG is dedicated to providing opportunities for inclusive collaboration, innovation, and development.
We Are:
Prog Tech drives our technological evolution. We are passionate problem solvers, committed to craftsmanship, continuous improvement, and collaboration. Our culture fosters experimentation, learning from failures, and delivering impactful solutions.
You Are:
An experienced professional ready to lead our IT infrastructure and operations team, ensuring system stability, security, and scalability. You will oversee network infrastructure, cloud services, data centers, and ITSM operations, focusing on efficiency, reliability, and innovation.
What You’ll Do:
Develop and implement a strategic roadmap for IT infrastructure and operations aligned with business goals.
Lead teams responsible for networks, cloud infrastructure, data centers, and IT service management.
Manage cloud migration and data center exit strategies.
Ensure high availability, performance, and scalability of IT systems, including disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
Maintain high standards for system availability across teams.
Resolve IT issues promptly and effectively.
Collaborate with security teams to enforce IT security policies.
Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and SLAs.
Optimize infrastructure costs and identify innovation opportunities.
Support compliance with industry standards such as SOC 2, PCI, and SOX.
Lead adoption of cloud computing, automation, and emerging technologies.
Work with business units to deliver IT solutions supporting growth.
Mentor and develop IT staff, fostering a culture of innovation and accountability.
Enhance ITIL & ITSM processes within operations.
Use metrics to demonstrate value and improve infrastructure and operations.
Qualifications & Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field; Master’s preferred or equivalent experience.
10+ years in IT infrastructure and operations, with 5+ years in leadership roles.
Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), networking, cybersecurity, and enterprise IT systems.
Experience managing data centers, virtualization, and ITIL frameworks.
Proven track record of maintaining 99.99% system availability.
Experience leading large-scale IT projects.
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Knowledge of regulatory compliance and risk management.
Experience managing SRE teams, Command Centers, and L2 support teams.
Preferred Qualifications:
Relevant certifications (e.g., ITIL, CISSP, AWS/Azure).
Experience with DevOps, automation, and AI in IT operations.
Familiarity with Agile methodologies and modern IT service models.
Progressive Leasing values diversity and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic.
About Us Progressive Leasing is a leading provider of lease-to-own solutions with a rich history of innovation and leadership in FinTech. We are committed to doing the right thing and fostering a culture of growth and excellence.
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Apply locations: Arizona | Full-time | Posted yesterday | Job Requisition ID: JR101166
Progressive Leasing
is a leading provider of in-store and e-commerce lease-to-own solutions. As an almost 20-year-old FinTech company that has evolved from start-up to industry leader, we focus on innovation, simplicity, and valuing all people. We are a company built on grit and constantly looking to the future. As a dynamic group of entrepreneurs and technologists, we are committed to doing the right thing in all aspects of our work. We are a subsidiary of PROG Holdings (NYSE: PRG), a prominent FinTech holding company with three segments: Progressive, Vive Financial, and Four, a Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) platform.
We are currently hiring a
Director of Infrastructure and Operations
to support our growth and mission!
This is a remote position, allowing work from anywhere in the continental US or from our Utah office. Occasional travel may be required for meetings, conferences, or data center visits.
Employee Value Proposition (EVP): PROG is dedicated to providing opportunities for inclusive collaboration, innovation, and development.
We Are:
Prog Tech drives our technological evolution. We are passionate problem solvers, committed to craftsmanship, continuous improvement, and collaboration. Our culture fosters experimentation, learning from failures, and delivering impactful solutions.
You Are:
An experienced professional ready to lead our IT infrastructure and operations team, ensuring system stability, security, and scalability. You will oversee network infrastructure, cloud services, data centers, and ITSM operations, focusing on efficiency, reliability, and innovation.
What You’ll Do:
Develop and implement a strategic roadmap for IT infrastructure and operations aligned with business goals.
Lead teams responsible for networks, cloud infrastructure, data centers, and IT service management.
Manage cloud migration and data center exit strategies.
Ensure high availability, performance, and scalability of IT systems, including disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
Maintain high standards for system availability across teams.
Resolve IT issues promptly and effectively.
Collaborate with security teams to enforce IT security policies.
Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and SLAs.
Optimize infrastructure costs and identify innovation opportunities.
Support compliance with industry standards such as SOC 2, PCI, and SOX.
Lead adoption of cloud computing, automation, and emerging technologies.
Work with business units to deliver IT solutions supporting growth.
Mentor and develop IT staff, fostering a culture of innovation and accountability.
Enhance ITIL & ITSM processes within operations.
Use metrics to demonstrate value and improve infrastructure and operations.
Qualifications & Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field; Master’s preferred or equivalent experience.
10+ years in IT infrastructure and operations, with 5+ years in leadership roles.
Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), networking, cybersecurity, and enterprise IT systems.
Experience managing data centers, virtualization, and ITIL frameworks.
Proven track record of maintaining 99.99% system availability.
Experience leading large-scale IT projects.
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Knowledge of regulatory compliance and risk management.
Experience managing SRE teams, Command Centers, and L2 support teams.
Preferred Qualifications:
Relevant certifications (e.g., ITIL, CISSP, AWS/Azure).
Experience with DevOps, automation, and AI in IT operations.
Familiarity with Agile methodologies and modern IT service models.
Progressive Leasing values diversity and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic.
About Us Progressive Leasing is a leading provider of lease-to-own solutions with a rich history of innovation and leadership in FinTech. We are committed to doing the right thing and fostering a culture of growth and excellence.
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