Vice President, Technology

Vice President Technology

Player 15 Group Headquarters

Phoenix AZ

Job Summary:

Player 15 Group the sports & entertainment company behind the Phoenix Suns (NBA) Phoenix Mercury (WNBA) Valley Suns (G League) and Mortgage Matchup Center is redefining the industry standard. Headquartered in downtown Phoenix and engaging fans across the world Player 15 Group is driven by possibility innovation and the desire to create memorable moments for our fans and community.

Our culture is anchored in purpose-driven leadership and fueled by individuals who bring passion creativity and vision to everything they do. We challenge convention amplify voices and create experiences that resonate well beyond the final buzzer. This is where talent meets purpose and bold ideas become reality.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Vice President Technology to join our this high-impact role you will support all facets of Enterprise and Arena Technology for Player 15 Group. This executive will oversee both business technology operations and venue technology systems that power game presentation and live event experiences.

Enterprise Technology includes corporate systems helpdesk cybersecurity infrastructure enterprise applications and business platforms.
Arena Technology includes all game presentation and event technology systems including lighting sound broadcast/AV visual boards production systems and arena-wide network infrastructure.

This leader will play a critical role in advancing innovation operational excellence security and fan experience.

What You Will Do:

• Provide strategic vision and leadership for Enterprise and Arena Technology aligning investments with fan experience business operations innovation and security priorities
• Oversee all corporate IT functions including helpdesk infrastructure enterprise systems cybersecurity and business applications
• Lead Arena Technology operations including game presentation systems lighting sound broadcast/AV LED and visual board systems control rooms and event network infrastructure
• Partner cross-functionally with Basketball Operations Business Operations Game Presentation Facilities and Executive Leadership to deliver seamless technology performance on game nights and live events
• Design and recommend scalable secure and forward-thinking technology solutions that support executive strategy and organizational growth
• Develop and enforce technology governance cybersecurity protocols disaster recovery and business continuity plans across both enterprise and venue environments
• Develop track and manage the annual operating and capital budgets for Enterprise and Arena Technology including risk assessment.
• Ensure the integrity security and availability of systems that support fan experience revenue generation and internal operations
• Lead and mentor Enterprise and Arena Technology teams building a high-performance service-oriented culture focused on innovation and accountability
• Other duties as assigned.

What We Need from Our Vice President Technology:

• Proven senior technology leadership experience in a complex customer-facing organization; professional sports live entertainment or venue experience strongly preferred
• Deep understanding of enterprise systems cybersecurity infrastructure and helpdesk operations
• Experience overseeing venue or live event technology systems including AV broadcast lighting sound LED/visual boards and network infrastructure
• A visionary and forward-thinking leader with the ability to translate innovation into operational execution
• Strong business acumen withdemonstratedsuccess aligning technology strategy with organizational growth and revenue objectives
• Proven experience building mentoring and developing high-performing teams
• Strong executive presence with exceptional communication and stakeholder partnership skills
• High integrity sound judgment and a demonstrated commitment to ethical leadership
• Ability tooperateeffectively in high-pressure live-event environments
• Lead a large team of diverse team members.

Experience/ Education Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED
• Bachelors degree required (Computer Science Information Systems Engineering or Business Administration preferred) or equivalent experience
• Masters degree in a related field preferred

What You Can Expect:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by Vice President Technology tooptimally perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to transit throughout the arena for long periods of time.
• This position works mainly indoors removed from extreme weather; exposure to weather is <5%
• S-Sedentary Work Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally.
• Must be able to carry on a conversation both on the phone and in-person.
• Ability to Read Write & Speak in English
• Wide range of full-time benefit options including
• Medical Dental and Vision coverages
• Life and Disability options
• Vacation sick and holiday leave programs.
• In-arena work requirements with the potential of hybrid schedules based on each role and department.
• Perks:
• Discounts at Fanatics Team Shop
• Tickets available for Phoenix Suns and Phoenix Mercury games
• Visit ourCulturepage to learn more about our culture and work environment.

Player 15 Group is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race color religion sex national origin age sexual orientation gender identity gender expression veteran status or disability.

Please note this job description is not crafted to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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