Senior Director, IT

About Docker

Docker has been one of the most loved brands in developer tooling, trusted by more than 20 million monthly users and over 20 billion container image pulls. From solo founders to the world's largest companies, developers rely on Docker to build, share, and run their applications across our suite of products including Docker Desktop, Docker Hub, and Docker Scout.

We are a globally distributed, remote-first team building the tools that define how software gets built and delivered. As AI agents redefine software development, Docker is at the center of that shift, providing the sandboxed environments, verified images, and secure infrastructure that make autonomous workflows trustworthy by default.

Responsibilities

• Build a strong metrics-driven, business focused IT organization and set the mission and vision of Docker’s Information Technology to ensure continual service improvement techniques, developing systems and procedures that serve internal customers.
• Contribute as a thought leader within the Central Operations & Systems leadership team.
• Assess, architect and right-size the applications footprint to ensure a connected enterprise and trusted information flow between systems and as well as into our cloud, enabling proactive decision-making across the company.
• Build and maintain relationships with other technical leaders and business executives to develop a keen understanding of business needs; ensure efficient delivery of IT services to meet those needs.
• In full alignment with company strategy, develop a multi-year strategy and roadmap for IT to anticipate and scale to support and enable a high-growth company. Inclusive of managing future technology debt challenges through partnership and raising awareness of technical dependencies.
• Demonstrated technical expertise, experience and competence in motivating the team and organization with innovative and technical advancements.
• Develop trust and collaboration within teams to drive best technical practices and timeliness of programs.
• Drive optimization and effective practices to solution and impact our internal and external customers.
• Collaborate with members of the executive team to identify ways IT can assist the company in achieving business and financial goals.
• Responsible for providing all IT productivity tools (workstations, accessories, etc.) needed by employees in a timely manner with best in class service levels.

Qualifications

• 12+ yrs Global IT leadership experience, comfortable in a fast moving technology startup experience.
• Excellent ability to conceptualize long-term business goals and develop orderly processes to accomplish those goals.
• Demonstrated ability to formulate a high-level strategy, then convert it into a tactical plan and execute on that plan.
• Possess an AI-and-automation-first mentality, proactively develops ways to consolidate and manage systems and knowledge within Docker.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT, engineering or related field.
• Master’s degree is a plus.

Docker considers visa sponsorship on a case-by-case basis based on business needs.

Compensation & Equity

United States: $207,550 – $296,500 + equity

Perks & Benefits

• Remote-first by design – Work from your home, with offices in Seattle and Paris for connection and collaboration.
• Flexibility that fits your life – We trust you to manage your schedule while delivering great work.
• Time to recharge – Generous PTO, designated quarterly Whaleness Days, and a designated end-of-year Whaleness break.
• Home office support – Set up your workspace for comfort and success.
• Technology stipend – Equivalent to US$100 net per month to help support your work.
• Learning & development – Annual stipend for conferences, courses, certifications, and continued learning.
• Parental leave – 16 weeks of paid parental leave after six months of employment.
• Equity for all full-time employees – Share in Docker's long-term success as we continue to grow.
• Comprehensive benefits – Medical, retirement, and paid holidays vary by country.
• Docker swag – Because representing the whale never gets old.

Docker is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a team that reflects a broad range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We believe diverse teams build better products, make better decisions, and better serve our global community.