VP of IT

Position Summary At UPLIFT Desk, we’re not just building ergonomic workstations—we’re shaping how people work and live. As the ecommerce industry leader in height‑adjustable desks, we’ve grown by delivering innovative, customer‑focused solutions that promote health, productivity, and well‑being. Our success is rooted in our core values: Customer Obsession, Innovation, Accountability, and Results Oriented. The VP of Information Technology will be responsible for aligning technology investments with business objectives, creating scalable systems that support growth, and driving enterprise‑wide adoption of automation, artificial intelligence, and data‑informed decision making. This role will provide strategic leadership while ensuring operational excellence across all technology functions. The ideal candidate combines executive leadership capability with strong business acumen and a demonstrated track record of leveraging technology to create competitive advantages, improve operational efficiency, and support organizational growth. What You’ll Bring 10+ years of progressive IT leadership experience. 5+ years leading managers and technical teams. Executive‑level experience developing and executing technology strategy including policies, controls, incident response, and vendor risk management. Deep expertise with ERP platforms, systems integration and business process automation. Deep understanding of AI concepts, large language models, and generative AI applications in enterprise contexts. Strong working knowledge of IT security frameworks (NIST) and enterprise risk management practices. Strong financial management and budgeting experience. Experience leading large‑scale digital transformation initiatives. Proven success implementing AI and emerging technologies in business environments. Exceptional executive communication and leadership skills. Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred. Bonus Points For Experience within a high‑growth eCommerce organization. Expertise with NetSuite, HubSpot, BigCommerce, and integrated technology ecosystems. Experience supporting warehouse, logistics, and manufacturing operations. Knowledge of business intelligence, analytics, and data governance frameworks. Relevant security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CompTIA Security+. Familiarity with Zero Trust architecture, cloud security posture management, and endpoint protection strategies. What You’ll Do Define and execute the company's long‑term technology strategy. Serve as a strategic advisor to the CEO and senior leadership team. Lead enterprise‑wide AI, automation, and digital transformation initiatives. Establish technology priorities that align with organizational goals and growth plans. Oversee all IT operations, systems, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and business applications. Drive enterprise data strategy and reporting capabilities. Build scalable technology platforms that support operational growth. Develop and mentor future technology leaders. Manage technology budgets, vendor relationships, and strategic partnerships. Foster innovation and continuous improvement across the organization. Benefits A merit‑based environment that rewards growth and accomplishment regardless of seniority. Generous paid time off. 4% 401(k) company matching with instant vesting (after one year). Excellent group health insurance available to employees and dependents, including domestic partners (medical plan, 2 dental plans, and a vision plan to choose from). Flexible spending account (FSA) for health care and child care costs. Company‑paid & Supplementary Life Insurance; Long‑term & Short‑term disability. Free UPLIFT Desk (after one year). 50% discount on all UPLIFT products. Free healthy (and not so healthy) snacks and drinks. On‑the‑job training and skills development. A supportive and engaging work culture that promotes healthy living. Position Details Compensation: DOE. Type: Full‑time. Employee Status: Regular. Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., 40 hours per week. Location: Austin, Texas. Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) UPLIFT Desk believes in building an organization whose staff reflects the true diversity of our community. We hire, promote, and reward employees based on results and professional performance. UPLIFT Desk provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, creed, color, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, marital status, partnership status, ancestry, disability, or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr