Cloud9 Esports is the premier esports organization in the world. Fielding fourteen professional teams in twelve different games, Cloud9’s reach is unparalleled – generating more viewer hours than cable networks like CNN or ESPN. In 2017, Nielsen declared Cloud9 as the most recognized esports brand in the US and UK. Cloud9 is one of two organizations globally to own franchises in both the League of Legends LCS and the Overwatch League.
Summary:
Cloud9 is looking for a Director of Technology to join our amazing team. We are looking for someone to provide technical leadership, be a technical resource for the company, provide guidance, planning, implementation, and feedback for new projects with technical components. To be a technical leader to our software developers and assist with their work when needed. This role is instrumental in selecting and managing third party software vendors.
This is a mission-critical role and to be successful, you must be someone that can code, and can protype new projects or services, be an effective communicator, and strategic partner. This is a great opportunity for someone that enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and working to scale the organization. This role is for a hands-on person that can be both strategic and tactical.
Essential Functions Of The Role:
- Provide senior leadership with level of effort and time estimations for technical tasks
- Management and troubleshooting of organization wide IT
- SQL Database management and schema design
- Architect, develop, and deploy ETL pipelines and analytic capabilities across business groups including social media, partnerships, and performance analytics
- Manage and create websites, their users, and new features across static, ecommerce, and memberships sites
- Write production level software for both cloud and on-premises applications
- Design and implement deployment pipelines
- Oversee all technology operations (network security) and provide excellent customer support to the management and staff
- Inspect the use of technological equipment and software to ensure functionality and efficiency
- Manage and work with outside developers when needed to meet our business goals
- Meet with partners and 3rd parties when technical integrations are being discussed
- Stay current on technologies and enforce software best practices
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or related field
- At least 5 years of technology experience and at least three years of management experience
- Sound understanding of computer systems (hardware/software), networks, etc.
- Experience in analysis, implementation, and evaluation of IT systems and their specifications
- Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, sound judgment, and negotiations skills
Pluses:
- Blockchain technology
- Social media experience
Benefits:
- Medical, dental, vision, HSA, and a matching 401K!
- We believe in work/life balance and hence we offer a generous paid time off policy.
- Fast-paced environment within a rapidly growing company.
- Access to industry-leading esports resources and community.
- Part of a winning team with a growth mindset.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Cloud9 Esports is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunity to individuals who are qualified to perform job requirements regardless of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, age, religious creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital or domestic partnership status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic or status protected by federal, state or local laws. Cloud9 is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please let us know at [email protected]
Background Checks:
Cloud9 will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the law.
