VP Development IT Operations - CARFAX Canada

Are you a seasoned technology leader with an achievement driven spirit Are you excited and able to develop strategies that truly strengthen a rapidly growing information business Can you deliver on your plan by working and inspiring your team core and enterprise stakeholders If yes then CARFAX Canada has an amazing career opportunity for you.

Working Here

At CARFAX Canada were more than just obsessed with vehicles. Were obsessed with data and its potential to help millions of Canadians in buying selling and maintaining vehicles.

But heres what you really want to know about: the perks. Our team members enjoy weekly free catered lunches at the office flexible work that allows us to prioritize worklife balance 4day summer work weeks and a stateoftheart collaborative environment at our head office at 100 Kellogg Lane London Ontario. CARFAX Canada also offers competitive wages exceptional benefits and employee wellness funding a company matched pension program parental leave topup benefits paid volunteer days and the list goes on!

Ultimately every day at CARFAX Canada provides you with the opportunity to engage in meaningful work alongside incredible colleagues. Its clearwere passionate about data and our people!

Key Information

Employment Status: Fulltime permanent

Job Type: Hybrid In office with flexibility to manage your work schedule with up to 8 days per month to work from anywhere.

Location: London Ontario

Please note that we have two operating entities in Canada CARFAX Inc. and CARFAX Canada. This position is with CARFAX Canada.

Job Details

The Vice President of Development and IT Operations is responsible for leading the development implementation and maintenance of the companys information systems and technology infrastructure. This role encompasses software development IT operations and the alignment of technology initiatives with business goals. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing largescale IT projects developing strategic plans and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Position Responsibilities

1. Strategic Leadership:

o Develop and implement the overall IT strategy in alignment with CARFAX Canadas business objectives.

o Work with senior leadership to define technical roadmaps and ensure the successful of IT projects.

2. Software Development:

o Oversee the software development lifecycle from concept to deployment ensuring highquality scalable and reliable software products.

o Lead crossfunctional teams in agile methodologies to deliver innovative solutions.

3. IT Operations:

o Manage 24/7 IT operations including network infrastructure cloud services data center operations tier 2 support and cybersecurity measures.

o Ensure high availability and reliability of systems and services minimizing downtime and optimizing performance.

4. Team Management:

o Build and lead a highperforming team of IT professionals including developers engineers and IT support staff.

o Foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture that encourages professional growth and development.

5. Budget and Resource Management:

o Develop and manage the IT budget ensuring costeffective solutions and efficient use of resources.

o Negotiate and manage contracts with vendors and service providers.

6. Innovation and Improvement:

o Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends evaluating their potential impact on the company.

o Drive process improvements and efficiencies through the adoption of new tools technologies and best practices.

7. Compliance and Security:

o Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards related to IT and data security.

o Lead initiatives to safeguard company data and systems from security threats.

8. Customer Focus:

o Partner with product teams to ensure the delivery of IT solutions that meet customer needs and enhance the user experience.

Education and Experience Required

• Bachelors degree in computer science information technology or a related field
• 15 years of experience in IT management with at least 5 years in an executive leadership role.
• Proven experience in software development IT operations and strategic planning.
• Strong understanding of cloud technologies cybersecurity and IT infrastructure.
• Excellent leadership communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage largescale projects and complex technical initiatives.
• Experience in the automotive or data services industries considered an asset.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CARFAX Canada is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability marital status military veteran status unemployment status or any other status protected by law.

Were committed to providing accommodations by request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. For a confidential inquiry or to request an accommodation please contact your recruiter or email .

If you are interested in applying for this position please visit our website will be accepted until April 30 2025.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

About Us

CARFAXs mission is to help millions of people shop buy service and sell used cars with more confidence. As a leader in vehicle history and valuation CARFAX provides impartial and comprehensive information for consumers and the automotive industry. CARFAXs Canadian headquarters in London Ontario supports Canadian and U.S. markets drawing on billions of data records from thousands of sources enabling used vehicle buyers and sellers to make informed decisions. CARFAX is consistently recognized as a top employer and business. CARFAX is a part of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). Find out more at and connect with CARFAX on Instagram Facebook and LinkedIn.

Our values serve as the foundation of our culture by helping inform the actions and behaviours that make us successful. We strive to integrate these values into how we collaborate navigate challenges and make decisions daily.

Objective Guided by facts driven by results.

Transparent Clarity through open and honest communication.

Customer advocate Putting the customer at the center of everything we do.

Solutions oriented Turning challenges into opportunities.

Integrity Where honesty meets action.