Vice President Information Technology

Company Description Figure is dedicated to addressing the loneliness epidemic among young professionals by fostering genuine, meaningful conversations. The organization hosts events designed to create a supportive platform where individuals feel understood and can connect with others who share similar experiences, concerns, and joys. Figure believes everyone deserves to be seen and heard, and structures its initiatives to encourage empathy, inclusion, and community-building. Through carefully curated interactions and events, Figure works step by step toward creating a more connected and emotionally healthy professional community. Role Description The Vice President, Information Technology is a full-time remote role responsible for leading Figure’s overall IT vision, strategy, and operations to support a digital-first community and event platform. This role oversees the design, implementation, and maintenance of secure, scalable systems and infrastructure that enable smooth event management, communication tools, and data-driven insights. The VP IT will manage IT teams and vendors, establish technology roadmaps, drive system integrations, and ensure robust cybersecurity and compliance practices. Day-to-day responsibilities include prioritizing and executing IT projects, aligning technology initiatives with organizational goals, optimizing IT processes, and collaborating with cross-functional leaders to enhance the digital experience for users and staff. The role also involves monitoring performance metrics, managing budgets, and continuously identifying opportunities to innovate and improve Figure’s technology environment. Qualifications - Strong foundation in Information Technology, including systems architecture, infrastructure, security, and enterprise applications. - Demonstrated experience in IT Management and leadership, overseeing teams, vendors, and cross-functional initiatives. - Proven ability to develop and execute IT Strategy aligned with organizational goals and long-term growth. - Advanced Project Management skills, with a track record of delivering complex technology projects on time and within budget. - Expertise in Strategic Planning, including roadmap development, resource allocation, and risk management. - Experience with cloud-based solutions, collaboration platforms, and data governance in a remote-first environment. - Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and decision-making skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into clear business terms. - Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field; advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, CISSP, ITIL) are beneficial. - Background in mission-driven or community-focused organizations is an advantage, with commitment to inclusive and user-centered technology solutions.