Director, Innovation & Technology at CSC Leasing Co.

Richmond, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Jan, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Technology Strategy, AI, Cloud Services, Salesforce, Automation, Engineering, Team Leadership, Collaboration, Integration, DevOps, Communication, Innovation, Data Analysis, Security, Compliance, Project Management

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Description Who We Are – Company Overview At CSC, we equip innovators with the tools they need to accelerate progress and build a better future. Established in 1986, CSC Leasing is a family-owned, independent equipment financing company located in Richmond, Virginia, with regional offices throughout the United States. With over $2 billion in financed transactions and $1.3 billion in assets under management, CSC has built a reputation for deep industry expertise, a relationship-driven approach, and flexible financing solutions tailored to companies ranging from venture and private equity backed companies to Fortune 500 companies. We work with clients across diverse industries—including life sciences, biotechnology, clean-tech, AI, manufacturing, and more—helping them acquire essential assets in a cost-effective manner through innovative and competitive leasing programs. Our responsive, client-centered service ensures businesses can access the resources they need to drive growth and innovation. Overview of Role At CSC Innovation is more than a department. It is a mindset. The Director of Innovation & Technology is a senior technology leader responsible for contributing and executing CSC’s innovation and technology strategy. This player-coach role blends hands-on engineering execution with leadership of a diverse and growing team of developers, admins, analysts, and automation specialists. This individual will guide CSC’s technology ecosystem, spanning Salesforce, Azure, cloud-native tools, internal platform builds, and emerging AI capabilities. They will champion CSC’s Execution Framework (Idea ? Discovery ? Design ? Build ? QA ? Rollout ? Measure) to bring predictability, transparency, and measurable business value to our innovation initiatives. This is a high-impact role for a bold, adaptable, and emotionally intelligent leader who thrives in fast-moving environments, leads with empathy, and operates with both strategic vision and execution discipline. Team Dynamics Collaborative Leadership: Lead and work alongside engineering teams, platform administrators, business analysts, and department stakeholders to deliver intelligent, scalable applications. Innovation Ownership: Provide leadership to Innovation team members, ensuring that the team is positioned to build next-generation tools, systems, and automation that support CSC’s growth. Executive Alignment: Partner directly with Senior Leadership to shape CSC’s technology strategy and ensure alignment with broader business objectives. Requirements Key Responsibilities Technology Strategy & Architecture Contribute to and execute CSC’s enterprise technology strategy and technical architecture across Salesforce, Azure, AI tools, and cloud-native applications. Define scalable, secure, and modern integration patterns to support enterprise growth. Evaluate emerging technologies and make build/buy recommendations based on business value. Innovation, AI & Digital Transformation Leadership Lead the delivery of intelligent automation and internal tools using AI/ML, LLMs, and cloud services. Drive structured experimentation and prototype development using CSC data and AI platforms. Embed AI and automation into operational workflows across underwriting, sales, service, and finance. Develop CSC’s LLMOps and AI governance standards, including safety, ethics, model lifecycle, and evaluation frameworks. Build internal tools for operations, underwriting, sales enablement, portfolio management, and customer service. Execution & Delivery Leadership Steward the CSC Execution Framework across all innovation projects. Manage prioritization, execution, and measurement of key innovation and technology programs. Build and maintain a unified innovation roadmap, ensuring transparency, predictability, and cross-team alignment Ensure predictable delivery of MVPs with strong scoping, governance, and communication. Consistently provide timely communication of progress, risks, and decisions to Senior Leadership Engineering & Platform Leadership Provide hands-on support across build and delivery phases when needed. Lead platform reliability, integration, and performance of Salesforce, Azure, and internal apps. Establish and uphold development standards, DevOps practices, security protocols, and documentation. Team Development & Leadership Lead and grow a cross-functional team of 4–5+ engineers, platform admins, and technologists. Mentor both creative and structured team members; foster a collaborative, curious, accountable team culture. Help new team members integrate successfully and navigate a dynamic innovation environment. Cross-Functional Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement Work closely with department leaders to identify opportunities for automation, digital transformation, and operational optimization. Steward the prioritization of high-impact initiatives. Translate complex technical concepts into accessible recommendations for executive stakeholders and business partners. Serve as a buffer and translator between a high-velocity executive team and a delivery-focused tech team. Security, Governance & Compliance Partner with security stakeholders to define identity, access, and cloud governance standards across Azure and enterprise systems. Implement strong security practices including entitlement management, temporary admin elevation, and secure API management. Ensure compliance with CSC’s internal policies and industry regulations. Success Measures Increased internal automation coverage and reduced manual workflows. Predictable, fast delivery cycles using the Execution Framework. Launch of AI tools that materially impact business KPIs, customer and employee experience. Team engagement, retention, and successful onboarding of new hires. Improved system reliability, scalability and integration quality. Consistent, data-driven prioritization and measurable ROI from projects. Qualifications 10+ years in enterprise technology, software engineering, or cloud architecture roles. 5+ years managing engineering or innovation teams, including hiring and performance development. Deep experience with Salesforce, Azure cloud services, modern application development, API’s, automation, and AI/ML capabilities. Familiarity with enterprise platforms, integration frameworks, DevOps pipelines, and secure development practices. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or equivalent experience. Demonstrated success leading complex technical programs and delivering multi-system solutions. Strong executive communication skills, with the ability to influence, guide, and collaborate with Senior Leadership, translating strategy into business value. High emotional intelligence, servant-leader mindset, and talent for building strong, collaborative engineering cultures. Skills & Attributes The ability to architect secure, scalable systems across cloud and enterprise platforms. The ability to lead innovation delivery across functions with clarity and discipline. The ability to execute hands-on in high-stakes situations and coach others to succeed. The ability to prioritize workstreams and keep teams focused in a dynamic environment. The ability to manage multiple high-visibility initiatives in a fast-paced, evolving environment. The ability to guide adoption of AI and emerging tech with pragmatism and experimentation. The ability to build a values-aligned, collaborative, and high-performing team. Our Culture & What We Believe – Company Vision and Values At CSC, we believe in the power of innovation to reshape the world. We are committed to enabling businesses to thrive by providing flexible and forward-thinking financial solutions. Our vision is simple yet profound: We envision a world reshaped by the ingenuity of innovators. We are guided by six core values that shape our culture and define how we work: The Golden Rule – We treat others as we wish to be treated. Innovation – We look ahead to identify opportunities that make things better. Integrity – Our word is our bond; we honor our commitments. Ambition – We strive for excellence with determination and work ethic. Humility – We value diverse perspectives and contributions. Optimism – With ingenuity and collaboration, anything is possible. At CSC, we don’t just provide financial solutions—we build long-term partnerships that help businesses turn vision into reality.

Responsibilities

The Director of Innovation & Technology is responsible for executing CSC’s innovation and technology strategy while leading a diverse team. This role involves guiding the technology ecosystem and ensuring alignment with business objectives through effective execution and delivery.