VP of Technology

ABOUT GOODR We create and sell active eyewear for anyone. No Slip. No Bounce. All Polarized. All Fun. Interested in joining our team? Keep reading. OUR VALUES: We have two core values: Fun & Authenticity. FUN = Being sh*tty isn’t fun. Agreed? Taking pride in your work, finding joy in being GREAT, and celebrating wins… and losses. Now, that’s fun! AUTHENTICITY = Focusing on being authentic over being liked. (Next-level guru stuff. Count it.) LEADERSHIP: We expect our leaders to be guiding lights for their teams. To support that, we provide leadership courses to sharpen their leadership abilities, including an in-house leadership coach. Fun Fact: We do not allow email to be sent internally. Carrier pigeons only. JK, we use Slack. AUTONOMY: We practice autonomy, empowerment, and accountability so that every team member can be in control of their own life. HYBRID WORKING: This role is required to be in our Inglewood office every Tuesday and Thursday with the occasional third day thrown in. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: We have an all-company learning program so that we’re constantly leveling up our skills. SUSTAINABILITY: We think Earth’s pretty rad. That’s why we take action wherever possible to limit our impact on the planet. 1% FOR THE PLANET MEMBER: 1% of goodr’s annual sales go directly to environmental organizations. CARBON NEUTRAL: In 2019, goodr became a 100% carbon neutral company . Fun Fact: goodr celebrates every Earth Day by releasing limited-edition sunglasses with frames made from 100% recycled materials—and the packaging is 100% sustainable, too! ABOUT THE ROLE Do you look at a mess of legacy technical debt and see a beautiful puzzle instead of a reason to pull your hair out? We’re looking for a digital wizard to architect scalable, cloud-first platforms while ensuring our systems don’t pull a "blue screen of death" during a big launch. You’ll be the one holding the keys to the kingdom, negotiating vendor contracts like a shark and keeping our data more secure than a squirrel’s favorite nut stash. If you can translate a "strategic roadmap" into plain English without making our eyes glaze over, you’re already halfway there. We need a leader who can kill off useless tech dependencies so we don’t accidentally end up using floppy disks in 2026. If you’re ready to lead our tech empire with high-level genius and a healthy dose of sarcasm, plug yourself in and apply! RESPONSIBILITIES LEADERSHIP Lead by example by consistently living into goodr’s values of Fun and Authenticity Be a culture carrier by leaning into our three fundamentals of communication, professionalism, and vision Hold monthly one-on-ones with each team member to build upon their role duties and hold everyone accountable Ask clear questions, increase everyone’s knowledge, and empower the team so that we can get the best out of every person in your department Give consistent, continuous feedback and challenge your flock to perpetually grow so they become the best version of themselves Own your team’s budget and ensure its accuracy Use imagination and wisdom to set team goals and communicate them clearly Challenge the status quo ALWAYS; the phrase “this is how we’ve always done it” is banned here at goodr, so don’t be afraid to push out of your comfort zone and encourage your team to do the same ROLE SPECIFIC Lead delivery of cross-functional technology initiatives with clear business outcomes and measurable impact Lead the implementation, maintenance, and administration of the organization’s technology systems, platforms, and equipment Define and execute the technology roadmap, ensuring alignment with company objectives and growth plans Design and evolve scalable, cloud-first platforms and infrastructure to support rapid growth and operational reliability Manage enterprise systems, platforms, and network infrastructure to ensure performance, availability, and resiliency Own technology financials, including annual budgeting, cost management, and vendor efficiency Establish and maintain standards for data security, privacy, regulatory compliance, and technology risk management Drive reduction of technical debt, improve system resilience, and decrease dependency on external vendors to strengthen platform stability and operational agility Partner with business stakeholders to prioritize and deliver technology solutions Monitor emerging technologies and industry trends to inform decisions, improve systems, processes, speed, effectiveness, and maintain competitive advantage This role is in the Money Department and will report directly to the Chief Financial Officer Perform other related duties as assigned ABOUT THE IDEAL CANDIDATE May or may not have a degree…we don’t care (bonus points for Basset Hound Science or Dinosaur Law) 8+ years of progressive experience in technology, with demonstrated leadership of teams, oversight of large-scale organizational strategy, and driving cross-functional initiatives at a senior level (e.g., VP or equivalent) Experience managing ERP, CRM, and enterprise platforms, including NetSuite, Salesforce, and Shopify Skilled in systems integration and iPaaS platforms (e.g., Boomi) and cloud-based infrastructure Strong track record in data governance, security, compliance, and fraud prevention Proven ability to translate business strategy into scalable technology solutions Experience managing technology budgets, vendor relationships, and ROI-driven investments Visionary, excited to grow and scale the systems function Demonstrated success delivering large-scale, cross-functional technology initiatives Excellent executive communication and stakeholder collaboration skills Lives for systems! Loves the work more than a paycheck Is happy to give away credit to their team Loves getting and giving feedback Is into personal growth Thinks Fun is doing great work (not just partying) Is proactive and an independent problem solver! (Can you Google a question?) WHAT YOU GET A role at a company that is going to the moon The opportunity to show up every day and have fun The ability to learn and grow as a person Paid vacation (we encourage you to take time off!) Flexible work environment (want to go for a run at 11am on Wednesday, go for it!) Paycheck... obviously. Salary range: $195K - $220K, final number dependent on experience Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits 401(K) with company matching Financial Wellness Counseling Sunglasses. Duh. **No Visa Sponsorship is available for this position. NEXT STEPS Here's what we expect the hiring process for this role to be, should all go well with your candidacy. This entire process is expected to take 10 weeks to complete and you'd be expected to start on a specific date. 1. Application 2. Fill out a form with basic questions 3. 30 minute virtual interview with HR team member 4. 30 minute virtual interview with hiring manager 5. 25 minute virtual interviews with various leaders and peers 6. 45 minute in-person assignment and presentation with group panel 7. Final interview with hiring manager 8. Offer! TO GET THE PROCESS STARTED, REVIEW & SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING: Review goodr's Applicant Privacy Policy . By submitting an application to goodr, you are confirming that you have read the Applicant Privacy Policy and agree to its terms. (Because nothing says “fun” like reading legal documents!) Resume Cover letter showing your personality. Seriously. No boring corporate speak allowed. Links to projects or groups you’re involved with (if you have them) A drawing of an octopus fighting a pirate (not joking)* We may ask you to enter a code. But don't worry, it's just our attempt to keep the bots at bay. *We accept submissions using accessibility tools. #LI-Hybrid