Vice President of Cloud Strategy

Company: Tyler Technologies, Inc.
Location: Plano
Posted on: June 1, 2025

Job Description:

Tyler Technologies is seeking a dynamic and accomplished Vice President of Cloud Strategy to directly report to the Chief Technology Officer. The Vice President will oversee progress, guide strategic shifts, and provide comprehensive visibility into the organization's transformation and technological advancement as it broadens its presence in the Public Cloud. This position will involve collaboration with business units and their leadership across the company to develop and monitor the execution of crucial technology and operational initiatives. Furthermore, this role will serve as the primary liaison for relationships with key Public Cloud providers, ensuring solutions are designed to better serve Tyler clients while optimizing operational expenses.Tyler is committed to partnering with our public sector clients to build safe and vibrant communities. The organization's growth trajectory is directed towards the cloud, where it will continue to expand. By leveraging advanced technologies, we aim to continually deliver client value and satisfaction. The position of Vice President of Cloud Strategy is pivotal in advancing the vision and execution of the organization.Travel: Up to 35%Hybrid Work Policy: 3 Days per week in Troy, MI, Plano, TX or Yarmouth, ME.LocationTroy, Michigan - Yarmouth, Maine - Plano, TexasTravel10-25%ResponsibilitiesPrimary point of contact for Public Cloud vendor relationships:

• Negotiate and oversee joint commitments and vendor investments to ensure value realization.
• Track and advocate for the latest cloud technological advancements and drive their alignment with organizational value.
• Collaborate strategically with the security department to stay in front of market compliance requirements and implement operational best practices.
• Partner with Learning & Development to create opportunities for staff training and engagement.
• Facilitate FinOps practices throughout the organization to analyze expenditure trends, identify areas for improvement, and assess their effects on the organization's financial objectives.Product Strategy and roadmap initiatives:
  • Work with business and technology leaders to identify opportunities for using the cloud to improve product development processes and enhance cloud capabilities.
  • Analyze each product's current state and progression within the Public Cloud, providing a roadmap and status updates to align operations that best serve Tyler's clients.
  • Formulate business cases in collaboration with technology leaders to justify investments and demonstrate clear ROI and value for clients and internal stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with Product Development teams to implement a unified cloud single release model that delivers consistent, high-quality outputs.
  • Collaborate with Product Development teams to ensure alignment with organizational cloud operations standards and tools.
  • Ensure executive visibility and reporting in conjunction with the PMO on the operational and technological maturity of projects.
  • Engage with preferred vendors and the CIO to identify opportunities for consolidating and standardizing tools in collaboration with the DevEx leadership team.
  • Act as a trusted advisor within the Office of the CTO, offering insights and recommendations to facilitate adoption and detect early signals of project delays.
  • Partner with the Product Development Leadership Council (PDLC) to prioritize and support key initiatives critical to the success of the business units.Qualifications
    • Bachelor's or Master's/MBA degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, or equivalent formal training or work experience.
    • Over 10 years of senior management or principal experience within a SaaS software company.
    • Proven expertise in leading Cloud Transformation initiatives involving multiple products and technologies.
    • Advanced understanding of Public Cloud providers and their technology services, particularly AWS (preferred) and Azure.
    • Proven ability in leading teams that develop new products or update existing applications for deployment on a single cloud-based software release.
    • In-depth knowledge of DevOps practices, including operating environments in a CI/CD deployment model with frequent deployments and features controlled by flags.
    • Strong financial skills, including managing budgets, cloud expenses, tool costs, and staffing.
    • Exceptional communication skills with demonstrated experience presenting to C-Suite executives, addressing business objectives and technology-driven deliverables.
    • Established leadership within organizations consisting of at least 500 staff members.
    • Ability to maintain a productive and positive attitude in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.
    • Track record of effective execution through collaboration and influence without direct control over resources.
    • Strong situational leadership instincts and capabilities.
    • Commitment to continual learning and professional development.
    • Proficiency in anticipating roadblocks, diagnosing problems, and generating effective solutions.
    • Proven ability to collaborate effectively with other departments and engage in client interactions.
    • Prior experience in the Government Technology (GovTech) software market is a plus.Home --- Careers --- Job Listings --- Vice President of Cloud StrategyVice President of Cloud StrategyApply OnlineTyler Technologies is seeking a dynamic and accomplished Vice President of Cloud Strategy to directly report to the Chief Technology Officer. The Vice President will oversee progress, guide strategic shifts, and provide comprehensive visibility into the organization's transformation and technological advancement as it broadens its presence in the Public Cloud. This position will involve collaboration with business units and their leadership across the company to develop and monitor the execution of crucial technology and operational initiatives. Furthermore, this role will serve as the primary liaison for relationships with key Public Cloud providers, ensuring solutions are designed to better serve Tyler clients while optimizing operational expenses. Tyler is committed to partnering with our public sector clients to build safe and vibrant communities. The organization's growth trajectory is directed towards the cloud, where it will continue to expand. By leveraging advanced technologies, we aim to continually deliver client value and satisfaction. The position of Vice President of Cloud Strategy is pivotal in advancing the vision and execution of the organization. Travel: Up to 35% Hybrid Work Policy: 3 Days per week in Troy, MI, Plano, TX or Yarmouth, ME.LocationTroy, Michigan - Yarmouth, Maine - Plano, TexasTravel10-25%ResponsibilitiesPrimary point of contact for Public Cloud vendor relationships:
      • Negotiate and oversee joint commitments and vendor investments to ensure value realization.
      • Track and advocate for the latest cloud technological advancements and drive their alignment with organizational value.
      • Collaborate strategically with the security department to stay in front of market compliance requirements and implement operational best practices.
      • Partner with Learning & Development to create opportunities for staff training and engagement.
      • Facilitate FinOps practices throughout the organization to analyze expenditure trends, identify areas for improvement, and assess their effects on the organization's financial objectives.Product Strategy and roadmap initiatives:
        • Work with business and technology leaders to identify opportunities for using the cloud to improve product development processes and enhance cloud capabilities.
        • Analyze each product's current state and progression within the Public Cloud, providing a roadmap and status updates to align operations that best serve Tyler's clients.
        • Formulate business cases in collaboration with technology leaders to justify investments and demonstrate clear ROI and value for clients and internal stakeholders.
        • Collaborate with Product Development teams to implement a unified cloud single release model that delivers consistent, high-quality outputs.
        • Collaborate with Product Development teams to ensure alignment with organizational cloud operations standards and tools.
        • Ensure executive visibility and reporting in conjunction with the PMO on the operational and technological maturity of projects.
        • Engage with preferred vendors and the CIO to identify opportunities for consolidating and standardizing tools in collaboration with the DevEx leadership team.
        • Act as a trusted advisor within the Office of the CTO, offering insights and recommendations to facilitate adoption and detect early signals of project delays.
        • Partner with the Product Development Leadership Council (PDLC) to prioritize and support key initiatives critical to the success of the business units.Qualifications
          • Bachelor's or Master's/MBA degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, or equivalent formal training or work experience.
          • Over 10 years of senior management or principal experience within a SaaS software company.
          • Proven expertise in leading Cloud Transformation initiatives involving multiple products and technologies.
          • Advanced understanding of Public Cloud providers and their technology services, particularly AWS (preferred) and Azure.
          • Proven ability in leading teams that develop new products or update existing applications for deployment on a single cloud-based software release.
          • In-depth knowledge of DevOps practices, including operating environments in a CI/CD deployment model with frequent deployments and features controlled by flags.
          • Strong financial skills, including managing budgets, cloud expenses, tool costs, and staffing.
          • Exceptional communication skills with demonstrated experience presenting to C-Suite executives, addressing business objectives and technology-driven deliverables.
          • Established leadership within organizations consisting of at least 500 staff members.
          • Ability to maintain a productive and positive attitude in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.
          • Track record of effective execution through collaboration and influence without direct control over resources.
          • Strong situational leadership instincts and capabilities.
          • Commitment to continual learning and professional development.
          • Proficiency in anticipating roadblocks, diagnosing problems, and generating effective solutions.
          • Proven ability to collaborate effectively with other departments and engage in client interactions.
          • Prior experience in the Government Technology (GovTech) software market is a plus.Great Place to Work & Grow Your CareerCome join us as we transform the public sector! Our mission, vision, and values guide everything we do. We're also frequently recognized as a great workplace locally and nationally. See our many awards and accolades .Taking Care of You & Your FamilyYour health and well-being are important to us. That's why we invest in our team members by offering competitive benefits to support their health and financial wellness. Learn more about how we care for our people .Apply OnlineRequisition Number:2025-6915
            
            
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