DescriptionJob Summary
Vertiv is seeking a highly experienced and strategic global business leader for our Power Software & Controls product line within our global Power Management Business Unit. The Sr. Director, Power Software & Controls will report to the SVP, Global Power Management business unit, lead our overall power management software & controls portfolio and business strategy. This role will be responsible for overseeing software development, deployment, and governance, ensuring alignment with business objectives and driving technological innovation across the business unit and with services. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in power management software & control systems, along with strong leadership and cross-functional stakeholder management skills.
Responsibilities:
Develop and execute a comprehensive software strategy aligned with Vertiv’s Power BU end-to-end power system approach.
Lead a team of product managers, software engineers, developers, and analysts in designing, developing, and maintaining software and control solutions.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including services, finance, operations, IT and sales, to enable and integrate software solutions with broader business strategies.
Ensure software integrity, governance, and security standards are met across all Power BU implementations.
Optimize software architectures to enhance performance, scalability, and reliability.
Drive the adoption and enablement of sales and go-to-market of the software and controls offering working with regional offering management and sales.
Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend improvements to existing capabilities.
Provide guidance on integrating software solutions with other enterprise applications and data sources.
Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to deliver high-quality software and control solutions.
Requirements:
Bachelor's or Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field.
15+ years of experience in software development, embedded systems, or technology leadership, with at least 7 years in a senior management role.
Expertise in industrial monitoring and SCADA systems, metering and PLC devices, embedded systems, and enterprise software development.
Strong understanding of database systems, cloud computing, and data warehousing principles.
Experience with cloud-based software solutions and integrating enterprise applications.
Proven ability to translate business requirements into actionable technology solutions.
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Experience in Agile methodologies and project management best practices.
Industry certifications in software development or cloud technologies are a plus.
The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.
OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion.
OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• High-Performance Culture
• Innovation
• Financial Strength
OUR BEHAVIORS
• Own It
• Act With Urgency
• Foster a Customer-First Mindset
• Think Big and Execute
• Lead by Example
• Drive Continuous Improvement
• Learn and Seek Out Development
About Vertiv
At Vertiv, we offer the stability of a global leader in a growing industry and the opportunity of a startup. We design, manufacture and service the mission-critical infrastructure technologies for vital applications in data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial environments. With $6.9 billion in revenue, a strong customer base and global reach in nearly 70 countries, our move to establish a standalone business enables us to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.
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