Sr. Vice President of Technology

Tyler Technologies
$200,000 - $225,000
United States, Colorado, Lakewood
1627 Cole Boulevard (Show on map)
Mar 28, 2025
Sr. Vice President of Technology Apply Online Tyler Technologies is looking for a Senior Vice President of Technology to join our Municipal & Schools Division's executive leadership team reporting to the division president. The SVP of Technology is responsible for representing and helping to lead the software development and technology needs and strategies of at least six distinct business units within the division. Location Lubbock, Texas \| Lakewood, Colorado \| Latham, New York Travel 10-25% Responsibilities Serve as the Municipal & Schools Division's primary representative on all touchpoints and councils related to Tyler's Chief Technology Officer ensuring the following: The unique business and technology needs and challenges of the various market segments served by the division are understood and represented effectively to Tyler's CTO and team Enterprise-level technology decisions are shaped and/or stratified based on this individual's deep understanding of each divisional business unit, and vice versa Enterprise-level strategies around data & insights, AI, cloud, product integrations, UI/UX and so on are shaped and/or stratified based on this individual's deep understanding of each divisional business unit, and vice versa As the senior-most leader of software development and related functions for the division the SVP will do the following: Provide governance, oversite and rollout, to each of the division's business units, of enterprise-level decisions, tools and solutions created by Tyler's CTO and team Coordinate, understand and ensure execution of next-generation AI solutions across each of the division's business units Create awareness and alignment of ongoing cloud transformation efforts across each of the division's business units Serve as an enabler across the division's software development teams for the pursuit of elevating our developer experience and expertise across the division Implement best practices, and continuous process improvement via establishing/measuring key performance indicators and tracking mechanisms Establish, communicate, and implement engineering and development policies, practices, standards, and security measures to ensure effective and consistent operations Help to create solutions that balance time-to-market with long-term costs and cost to support and train, especially as it relates to Municipal & Schools Division clients needs and cost sensitivities Be ultimately accountable for helping to support a world-class client experience through high quality, easily consumable software products and releases Have the ability and willingness to make tough calls and, if necessary, take tough actions to further the business Coach and mentor indirect reports Ensure the success of all of the above by careful and close collaboration and work with the business unit General Managers and technical leadership, acting as if they are a member of each business' leadership team despite the dotted line organizational relationship, they will have to each Qualifications BS or MS/MBA degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business and/or equivalent formal training or work experience 10+ years of senior management experience within a software company Experience leading development of complex software architectures and platforms Experience leading and managing development activity for enterprise level applications Proven leadership in organizations of at least 150 staff members Proven ability to lead projects across multiple vintages of technology, to include application maintenance, modernization, and innovation Ability to work well and productively, always projecting a positive outlook in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment Proven track-record of execution through collaboration and influence where no direct control of resources was involved Strong situational leadership instincts and abilities Ability to anticipate roadblocks, diagnose problems and generate effective solutions Working understanding of Tyler's portfolio of products a plus Knowledgeable about industry trends, best practices, and change management Proactive & creative problem-solving skills and ability to evaluate options, analyze complex problems, present possible solutions in a simple, easily understood manner Demonstrated ability to effectively work with other departments and have client interactions Demonstrated organization and planning ability Powerful problem-solving, risk assessment and negotiation skills Extensive knowledge of development process and methodologies, product architecture and technologies a plus Willing and able to dive deep into the details if necessary Excellent interpersonal skills including verbal and written communication, teamwork, and customer service State-Specific Salary Range Disclosure Requirements Salary will generally fall between $200,000 - $225,000 before adjustment for geographic differences. Recruiter can confirm if position is incentive eligible. Great Place to Work & Grow Your Career Come join us as we transform the public sector! Our mission, vision, and values guide everything we do. We're also frequently recognized as a great workplace locally and nationally. See our many awards and accolades. Taking Care of You & Your Family Your health and well-being are important to us. That's why we invest in our team members by offering competitive benefits to support their health and financial wellness. Learn more about how we care for our people. Tyler is subject to regulations, guidelines, and/or client requirements relating to the qualifications of Tyler personnel performing certain client work. Because of the nature of this position, it is a requirement that the candidate can successfully pass a federal background check at the time an offer is extended and over the course of employment with Tyler. Apply Online Requisition Number:2025-6612 #LI-Remote #LI-SB1 Tyler Technologies is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, creed, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected under local, state, or federal laws. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request by emailing jobs@tylertech.com or by calling 800.646.2633 ext. 791008. Please keep in mind these methods are reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability.