SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Lead enterprise-wide technology strategy and operations including infrastructure, data, core banking, digital banking, and cybersecurity. Reporting to the Chief Innovation Officer, drive innovation aligned with business objectives while building high-performing technology teams that embody Bankwell’s core values of resourcefulness, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field (preferred)

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• 12-15 years leading technology teams in community banking or technology-forward banks
• Proven transformation experience from IT/Technology perspective including system modernization and digital transformation initiatives
• Experience with remote support delivery models and distributed technology operations
• Advanced project management and prioritization skills
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Solid expertise in cloud computing, cybersecurity, AI, data management, and APIs
• Experience with core banking vendor relationships and implementations
• Proven track record building high-performing teams and driving accountability
• Experience with Microsoft ecosystem including Microsoft Fabric (preferred)

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Private client banking groups and high-net-worth client technology solutions
• Small business banking technology platforms and workflows
• Fintech partnership banking models and API integrations

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Business-minded problem-solving and data-driven decision making
• Resource scaling and process optimization
• Governance and risk management
• Change management and market adaptation
• Intellectual curiosity and continuous learning mindset
• Resourceful under pressure with solution-oriented approach
• Can be counted on - keeps commitments and learns from mistakes
• Acts with intention - clarifies ambiguity and ensures actions further Bank’s goals
• Collaborates well with others - works unselfishly across teams
• Encourages growth through innovation - willing to challenge status quo and implement new ideas
  This job description is a general description of essential job functions. It is not intended as an employment contract, nor is it intended to describe all duties someone in this position may perform. All employees are expected to perform tasks assigned by supervisory personnel, regardless of job titles or routine job duties.
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