How to hire a vice president of technical operations

How to hire a vice president of technical operations, step by step

Here's a step-by-step vice president of technical operations hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a vice president of technical operations job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new vice president of technical operations
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The vice president of technical operations hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   A vice president of technical operations's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, vice presidents of technical operations from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   Here's a comparison of vice president of technical operations salaries for various roles:

   Type of Vice President Of Technical Operations	Description	Hourly rate
   Vice President Of Technical Operations	Top executives devise strategies and policies to ensure that an organization meets its goals. They plan, direct, and coordinate operational activities of companies and organizations.	$41-104
   Operations Director	Operations directors oversee all company operations. They have the power to set the direction, change the course of the organization, and reform strategies to ensure efficiency in how the company operates... Show more	$31-78
   Operations Manager	Operations managers are in charge of running the main business of the organization. They ensure that the business is running smoothly from an operations standpoint... Show more	$22-59

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Risk Management
   • Project Management
   • Cloud
   • Architecture
   • Technical Operations
   • Emerging Technologies
   • Digital Transformation
   • Network Infrastructure
   • Business Processes
   • Process Improvement
   • Disaster Recovery
   • Service Delivery
   • Data Centers
   • SOX

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage all functions of technology operations including the delivery of commercial services (SaaS).
   • Advocate for and lead agile software methodologies and build the first web services QA team.
   • Manage infrastructure upgrade for major ERP system implementation.
   • Manage all information technology assets, organizational HIPAA compliance and application security.
   • Institute a culture of standards and best practices that enable organization to achieve compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley regulations.
   • Implement a new manage MPLS stores network enabling improve monitoring and management capabilities across all DSW retail locations.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your vice president of technical operations job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A vice president of technical operations can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, vice presidents of technical operations' average salary in montana is 52% less than in district of columbia.
   • Seniority. Entry-level vice presidents of technical operations 61% less than senior-level vice presidents of technical operations.
   • Certifications. A vice president of technical operations with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a vice president of technical operations's salary.

   Average vice president of technical operations salary

   $137,715yearly

   $66.21 hourly rate

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   Entry-level vice president of technical operations salary

   $86,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 14, 2026

   Average vice president of technical operations salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	District of Columbia	$188,912	$91
   2	California	$173,333	$83
   3	New Jersey	$143,933	$69
   4	Connecticut	$142,826	$69
   5	Massachusetts	$138,893	$67
   6	New York	$132,207	$64
   7	Arizona	$127,282	$61
   8	Washington	$126,188	$61
   9	Pennsylvania	$125,012	$60
   10	North Carolina	$124,507	$60
   11	Florida	$117,249	$56
   12	Georgia	$115,509	$56
   13	Texas	$114,550	$55
   14	South Carolina	$111,975	$54
   15	Illinois	$110,723	$53
   16	Ohio	$108,918	$52
   17	Oregon	$106,063	$51
   18	Utah	$94,161	$45
   19	Kansas	$91,814	$44

   Average vice president of technical operations salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	CAQH	$196,111	$94.28	1
   2	Vuclip	$193,014	$92.80
   3	AppDynamics	$154,955	$74.50
   4	Penske Media	$146,096	$70.24
   5	Park Hudson	$145,311	$69.86
   6	Gartner	$144,483	$69.46	34
   7	Deutsche Bank	$144,221	$69.34	99
   8	LPL Financial	$144,141	$69.30	182
   9	Hargray Communications	$137,475	$66.09
   10	Raymond James Financial	$137,065	$65.90	76
   11	Vivint Smart Home	$136,508	$65.63
   12	Pacific Investment Management Company LLC	$136,466	$65.61	9
   13	Finicity	$136,430	$65.59
   14	MUFG EMEA	$135,551	$65.17	2
   15	Buzz Points	$135,424	$65.11
   16	Ridecell	$134,010	$64.43
   17	Comcast	$131,927	$63.43	35
   18	Citi	$131,521	$63.23	230
   19	Synchrony Financial	$131,352	$63.15	115
   20	Seabourn Cruise Line	$125,721	$60.44

4. Writing a vice president of technical operations job description

   A vice president of technical operations job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of a vice president of technical operations job description:

   Vice president of technical operations job description example

   This Technology Engineer will have substantial subject matter expertise in Financial Services Technology and have a good understanding of standard technology controls. This individual will be responsible for providing oversight of a multi-year program to ensure that the firms trading platforms comply with reporting requirements for trading venues globally.
   Key responsibilities include :
   Provide program management oversight of the firm's multi-year program establish compliance with reporting requirements with trading venues globally Identify operational risks stemming from large and/or impactful change activities to the Trade Venue program Participate and challenge first line control implementation and execution of the program Design and execute monitoring and testing activity to detect operational and compliance risks during the development lifecycle Participate in key portfolio governance forums Keep abreast of current technology trends, vulnerabilities, and emerging technologies Understand third party risks as related to specific technology area of expertise
   Qualifications:
   BS/BA degree in computer science or equivalent experience. 5+ years or more proven experience in technology development, engineering or technical architecture in the financial services industry Prior experience in working with Trading System technology platforms Strong working knowledge of current development methodologies and emerging technologies especially in the ETL space Strong understanding of applications testing, quality control, change and release management Ability to understand complex technical systems and the business processes they support in order to coalesce the risks into a tangible concern for remedial action. Familiarity with strategic development tools (JIRA, Jenkins, Artifactory, etc.), and Cloud Technologies (i.e. AWS, GCP, Azure)
   
   JPMorgan Chase & Co., one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.
   
   We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.
   
   The health and safety of our colleagues, candidates, clients and communities has been a top priority in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. JPMorgan Chase was awarded the "WELL Health-Safety Rating" for all of our 6,200 locations globally based on our operational policies, maintenance protocols, stakeholder engagement and emergency plans to address a post-COVID-19 environment.
   
   As a part of our commitment to health and safety, we have implemented various COVID-related health and safety requirements for our workforce. Employees are expected to follow the Firm's current COVID-19 or other infectious disease health and safety requirements, including local requirements. Requirements include sharing information including your vaccine card in the firm's vaccine record tool, and may include mask wearing. Requirements may change in the future with the evolving public health landscape. JPMorgan Chase will consider accommodation requests as required by applicable law.
   
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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find vice presidents of technical operations for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

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6. Interview candidates

   Your first interview with vice president of technical operations candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new vice president of technical operations

   Once you've found the vice president of technical operations candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new vice president of technical operations first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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