Global Infrastructure Leader

Artech LLC

New York, NY

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$200–$250 Per Hour
SKILLS
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Artificial Intelligence (AI) Programming Languages, Automation, Banking Services, Business Skills, Capacity Management, Capital Markets, Cloud Architecture, Cloud Computing, Computer Science, Computer Systems, Consulting, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Enterprise Protection, Functional Programming Languages, GPU (Graphics Processing Unit), Hybrid Cloud, Information Technology & Information Systems, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Leadership, Network Operations Center, Network Security, Operational Improvement, Operational Strategy, Operations Processes, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Request for Proposals (RFP), Supplier Optimization, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Leadership, Vendor/Supplier Management
LOCATION
New York, NY
POSTED
13 days ago
Request ID:95050-1
Title: Global Infrastructure Leader
Location: New York, NY (Local Only)
Duration: 6+ Months
Salary Range: $200- $250 an hour on W2 or C2C

Job Description:
We are seeking a Senior Technology & Infrastructure Leader with deep expertise in enterprise infrastructure, AI/ML platforms, and large-scale transformation programs. This role will drive strategic modernization of datacenters, cloud adoption, and AI/GenAI enablement while ensuring resilience, cost optimization, and regulatory compliance.
The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership experience across capital markets / banking environments, with a proven ability to manage global teams, optimize technology investments, and align infrastructure strategy with business objectives.

Key Responsibilities
1. Infrastructure Strategy & Transformation
" Lead enterprise-wide datacenter consolidation and modernization programs
" Define and execute target-state architecture for hybrid and cloud-ready platforms
" Establish transformation roadmaps across compute, storage, network, and security domains
" Drive infrastructure standardization to enable scalable and synchronized execution
2. AI/ML, GenAI & HPC Platforms
" Design and deploy AI/ML and GenAI infrastructure platforms (GPU clusters, HPC environments)
" Optimize hardware and on-prem/cloud investments for AI workloads
" Partner with enterprise AI governance teams to accelerate AI adoption
3. Cost Optimization & Vendor Strategy
" Drive large-scale cost optimization initiatives through vendor renegotiation and rationalization
" Lead multi-vendor engagements, RFPs, and contract optimization
" Optimize capacity planning and infrastructure utilization to reduce future spend
4. Cloud & Hybrid Enablement
" Lead adoption of hybrid cloud architectures with automation and governance
" Enable seamless integration across on-prem and cloud environments
" Improve operational efficiency through process standardization and automation
5. Cybersecurity, Risk & Compliance
" Partner with InfoSec teams to ensure secure transformation aligned with regulatory requirements
" Enhance security controls, governance frameworks, and audit readiness
" Align infrastructure capabilities with enterprise security policies
6. Stakeholder & Executive Management
" Engage with CIO/CTO leadership, business units, and regulators
" Drive alignment across line of business, infrastructure, and engineering teams
" Present strategy, progress, and risks to executive committees

Required Experience & Skills
" 20 25+ years in enterprise infrastructure and technology leadership
" Strong experience in banking / capital markets environments
" Expertise across:
o Enterprise infrastructure (compute, storage, networking, datacenters)
o AI/ML, HPC, and GenAI platforms
o Hybrid cloud and large-scale modernization programs
" Proven track record in multi-billion-dollar transformation programs
" Strong experience in:
o Vendor management & commercial optimization
o Budget ownership and cost transformation
o Regulatory and audit engagements
" Hands-on understanding of low-latency trading infrastructure (preferred)

Leadership Competencies
" Executive stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
" Ability to lead large global teams and cross-functional programs
" Strong balance of technical depth and business acumen
" Strategic thinking with delivery-focused execution mindset

Preferred Background
" Experience with top-tier institutions (e.g., global banks, HPC/AI firms, telecom providers)
" Exposure to GPU platforms (A100/H100 class), AI infrastructure, and secure compute environments
" Prior consulting or transformation leadership roles

Education
" Bachelor s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field
" Advanced certifications in cloud, AI, or infrastructure technologies (preferred)

Value Proposition
" Opportunity to lead enterprise-scale modernization and AI transformation programs
" Direct exposure to executive leadership and strategy decisions
" High-impact role influencing technology, cost, and innovation agendas


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About the Company

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Artech LLC