Director of Cloud & IT

This is a hybrid role based in Boston.  

Role:   

If you want to work on cutting edge technology with friendly, intelligent people in a highly collaborative environment, then Gradient AI is the right place for you.  We are looking for a Director of Cloud and Information Technology to lead our AWS, Information Security, and IT teams.  This role is a senior role reporting to the Chief Technology Officer.  The role collaborates with teams across the entire company and is responsible for Gradient AI’s Cloud and physical infrastructure. 

Gradient AI:   

Gradient AI is a leading provider of AI solutions for the Group Health and P&C insurance industries. Our solutions improve loss ratios and profitability by predicting underwriting and claim risks with greater accuracy, as well as reducing quote turnaround times and claim expenses through intelligent automation. Gradient AI’s SaaS platform leverages a vast industry data lake comprising tens of millions of policies and claims, providing insurers with high resolution, data-driven insights. Customers include some of the most recognized insurance carriers, MGAs, MGUs, TPAs, risk pools, PEOs, and large self-insured employers across all major lines of insurance. Founded in 2018, Gradient has experienced strong growth every year, and recently raised $56 million in Series C funding from top Insurtech investors.

How will you make an impact 

• Grow and build a world-class DevOps, Information Security, and IT team 
• Work closely with teams across the company to plan and execute on strategic projects 
• Ensure systems and infrastructure are running reliably to ensure smooth business operations 
• Lead the development and implementation of processes and procedures to support secure operations and successful completion of required audits (SOC2, HITRUST, etc.) 

Skills needed to succeed:  

• 10+ years of experience coaching and growing DevOps, IT, and Information Security personnel. 
• Excellent understanding of cloud technologies and architectures, AWS is preferred. 
• Proficient in managing physical IT systems including Macintosh-based & Windows-based environments and networking equipment. 
• Experience with external audit processes, SOC2 & HITRUST preferred. 
• Strong understanding of Information Security principles with experience in applying them. 
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the proven ability to collaborate teams across the company. 

What We Offer: 

• A fun, team-oriented startup culture. 
• Generous stock options - we all get to own a piece of what we’re building. 
• Unlimited vacation days. 
• Flexible schedule that supports working from home. 
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, and more.
• Ample opportunities to learn and take on new responsibilities. 

We are an equal opportunity employer.