Director - Network, Cloud & Compute

The Director, Network, Cloud & Compute plays a strategic role within Rheem’s Digital Enterprise organization, overseeing the network, cloud, and compute infrastructure and ensuring their alignment with Rheem’s business objectives. This individual analyzes technology trends and internal customer needs to inform strategy for Rheem’s infrastructure services. They are responsible for lifecycle management, stakeholder communication, and performance monitoring across Rheem’s network and cloud environments. The Director, Network, Cloud & Compute collaborates with cross-functional teams including engineering, IT operations, security, and business units to deliver reliable, scalable, and cost-effective infrastructure services that support Rheem’s global manufacturing, commercial, and enterprise operations.

This position will serve Rheem North America, located in Atlanta, GA and report to the Director of IT Infrastructure. This role follows our hybrid work arrangement, with team members working in the office Monday through Thursday and remotely on Fridays. 

Responsibilities

Ownership & Strategy:

• Define and communicate the vision for Rheem’s network, cloud, and compute services.

• Manage backlog and prioritize features and improvements based on business value and technical requirements.

Infrastructure Lifecycle Management:

• Oversee the infrastructure lifecycle from inception through retirement for infrastructure services.

• Monitor performance, availability, and cost-effectiveness; drive continuous improvement.

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication:

• Collaborate with engineering, IT operations, security, and business teams to gather requirements and align on priorities.

• Communicate roadmap, status, and performance to stakeholders and leadership.

Technology & Market Analysis:

• Analyze trends in cloud computing, network infrastructure, and compute technologies.

• Evaluate and recommend new technologies and platforms to enhance Rheem’s infrastructure capabilities.

Agile Delivery & Collaboration:

• Coordinate with infrastructure and operations teams on sprint planning and delivery.

• Apply agile methodologies to manage infrastructure enhancements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, or related field.

• 10+ years of experience in infrastructure management, cloud computing, or network engineering.

• 5+ years’ experience in a leadership role

• Experience in team management and coaching/developing employee performance.

• Strong knowledge of cloud computing (Azure, AWS, GCP), network infrastructure, and compute technologies.

• Experience with agile methodologies and infrastructure lifecycle management.

• Strong stakeholder engagement, communication, and collaboration skills.

• Familiarity with enterprise IT environments and infrastructure service delivery.

HOW TO STAND OUT

• Cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Administrator, GCP Professional).

• Experience in manufacturing, industrial products, or related enterprise IT infrastructure environments.

• Knowledge of hybrid cloud architectures, network security, and zero-trust frameworks.

• Background managing infrastructure during ERP or digital transformation programs.

• Experience with vendor management, cost optimization, and FinOps for cloud services.

As a leader at Rheem, how you achieve results is as important as the results you achieve. While LEADING OTHERS, you will be expected to demonstrate the following competencies and behaviors: 

• Aligning Performance for Success 

• Applying Business Knowledge 

• Building Talent 

• Building Trusting Relationships 

• Communicating with Impact 

• Customer-Orientation 

• Delegating Tasks 

• Executing/Leading the Team 

• Facilitating Change 

• Fostering Relationships/Emotional Intelligence 

• Influencing 

• Problem Solving & Decision Making 

• Supporting Innovation

Equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements.

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