Chief Information Officer

OverviewLocation: Denver, CO (Hybrid)Reports to: Chief Executive OfficerCompensation: $200,000 – $300,000 base plus bonus potential (up to $400,000 total annually)Prefer local candidates but open to strong remote applicantsAbout American FinancingAt American Financing, our mission is simple: Empowering families with personalized mortgage solutions that achieve life goals.We’re proud to be a Colorado family-owned company, headquartered in Denver. Known for our salary-based mortgage consultants, custom loan programs, and faster-than-industry-average closings, we’ve built a reputation for integrity, efficiency, and customer-first service.We are innovators with imagination—constantly challenging ourselves to improve processes, stay ahead of the competition, and deliver exceptional results. That’s why we’ve been recognized as a:Denver Post Top WorkplaceTop 50 Family-Owned BusinessBest of Colorado BusinessInc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private CompanyAt American Financing, you’ll find a casual, collaborative work environment, a hybrid schedule for local employees, and a culture that values both innovation and family.Job SummaryThe Chief Information Officer (CIO) will develop, plan, and implement a forward-looking information technology (IT) strategy that aligns with American Financing’s mission, drives efficiency, and delivers strong return on investment—while ensuring security, compliance, and resilience.This senior leadership role is not for a first-time CIO. We are seeking a proven executive technology leader with deep experience in financial services, mortgage, banking, or FinTech. The CIO will shape the company’s technology future, build and lead high-performing teams, and serve as a trusted partner to the executive team.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and execute a technology roadmap that supports company growth and innovation.Lead and inspire large, cross-functional teams across engineering, product, systems, information security, QA, and IT support.Oversee efficient modernization, upgrades, and operational stability of all systems.Collaborate with the executive team to align technology with business and financial goals.Ensure compliance with government regulations, industry standards, and information security requirements.Lead business continuity, disaster recovery, and risk management practices.Partner in vendor management and contract negotiations to maximize ROI.Manage the IT budget and conduct cost-benefit analyses to guide investments.Stay ahead of emerging technologies, assessing their potential to improve operations and customer experiences.Required Skills & AbilitiesExcellent verbal and written communication skills.Excellent managerial and leadership skills, with ability to inspire and scale teams.Strong conceptual ability to set long-term business goals and design orderly processes to achieve them.Thorough understanding of information technology systems, architecture, and security practices.Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent productivity tools.Education & ExperienceMaster’s degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, or Information Technology required.At least 10 years of progressive leadership experience in information systems/technology.Minimum 5–10 years of executive-level leadership, including prior experience as a CIO or equivalent.Proven success leading technology teams in financial services, banking, mortgage, investment, or FinTech.Experience with Agile Software Development Life Cycle.Background in vendor management, contract negotiation, and delivering complex technology initiatives.Technical Background (Preferred)Experience with modern frameworks (e.g., .NET or similar).Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).Proficiency with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes).Exposure to enterprise service bus architecture.Experience with contact center, CRM, and loan management systems.Familiarity with generative AI and emerging technologies.Base salary: $200,000 – $300,000Bonus potential: up to $100,000 (total comp up to $400,000) #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-10-06