Senior Director of Enterprise Applications

Perkins helps children with disabilities find their place in the world. An international NGO, we are committed to delivering best‑in‑class education to children, providing immersive training and support to professionals and families, advocating for inclusion, and accelerating innovation for people with disabilities. At Perkins, we think courageously, act collaboratively, and we own our work. Join a supportive community committed to growth where your work makes a difference. Role Overview Senior Director of Enterprise Applications. We have just completed a massive digital overhaul, successfully implementing Workday (HCM & FIN) and a major Salesforce transformation. We need a visionary technologist to take this foundation and leap into the next generation of operational efficiency. As a key member of the IT Leadership Team, you will bridge the gap between high‑level technical architecture and mission‑driven strategy. Responsibilities Define and execute the long‑term development strategy for our enterprise software solutions organization‑wide. Recruit, train, and lead a high‑performing team of developers and analysts, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning. Oversee the continued optimization of our Workday and Salesforce environments, ensuring seamless integrations and high‑value data output. Pioneer the adoption of AI agents and LLM prompting (e.g., Gemini) to automate workflows and enhance decision‑making across the organization. Establish organization‑wide software governance to mitigate risk, eliminate data silos, and maximize the ROI of our technology investments. Manage complex capital and expense budgets, prioritizing initiatives that align with Perkins’ global mission. Partner with C‑suite leadership to align IT initiatives with business objectives, acting as a technical influencer across the NGO. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field; Master’s preferred. Minimum 15 years of proven experience in software and application development with a track record of managing teams in a fast‑paced environment. Expertise in infrastructure management to support robust, scalable application environments. Demonstrated success with Workday (preferred), SAP, or NetSuite. Deep experience optimizing the Salesforce ecosystem. Practical familiarity with AI prompting and building agents to solve real‑world business problems. Expert‑level knowledge of integrating disparate systems (CRM, ERP, Cloud Services) and managing cloud infrastructure. Mastery of both Agile and Waterfall development frameworks. Ability to translate complex technical jargon into a clear vision for a global non‑profit organization. Salary & Benefits The following shared salary range is what Perkins reasonably expects, in good faith, to pay for the position. The applicable range could differ based on experience and qualification: $154,000.00 – $217,525.00. Perkins offers a comprehensive benefits package for part‑time and full‑time employees, including: Medical, dental & vision insurance. Wellness programs available. Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA). Flexible Spending Accounts. Employer‑paid life & long‑term disability insurance. 401(k) plan with employer match. Education benefits: tuition reimbursement day one. Paid time off. Employee recognition programs, EAP, legal services, referral bonuses, credit union access, pre‑tax MBTA passes and more! We are located in the heart of Watertown, adjacent to the Charles River and less than one mile from food & entertainment at Arsenal Yards. Perkins is an equal opportunity employer. View the Perkins Notice of non‑discrimination. #J-18808-Ljbffr