Head of IT - Cloud Transformation Leader

About this position

Company Description

Founded in 2004, RE:LAB is now a leading authority in the design, development, and evaluation of Human-Machine Interfaces (HMI).

Our company culture is deeply user-centered and driven by user experience.

We ensure that machines work for the well-being of people.

Our aim is to enhance the relationship between people and technology, enabling our clients' products and services to reach new standards of quality and competitiveness.

Designers, human factors experts, and engineers work side by side to create optimal interactions with technological solutions—whether visual, physical, vocal, or gestural.

In doing so, we leverage our solid expertise in interaction and visual design, ergonomics, and human factors, as well as in software, firmware, and hardware development for HMI.

Position

We are seeking an experienced Head of IT to lead our organization’s digital transformation, focusing on transitioning from on-premises infrastructure to a hybrid cloud-native environment. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise in cloud technologies, particularly AWS, and proven ability to coordinate external vendors, IT agencies, and internal development teams.

This is a unique opportunity to lead a strategic digital transformation initiative, collaborate with a dynamic team, and work closely with high-level stakeholders. The position reports directly to the R&D manager.

Strategic Leadership

• Drive the company’s IT strategy with a focus on cloud adoption and digital transformation.
• Develop and execute a detailed roadmap for migrating from on-premises infrastructure to a hybrid cloud environment.
• Establish governance frameworks that balance innovation with security and compliance requirements.
• Manage the IT budget and vendor relationships.
• Define and monitor KPIs for suppliers and technology partners.

Vendor and Stakeholder Management

• Select and manage relationships with IT service providers and cloud consultants.
• Coordinate external IT agencies and internal development teams to ensure alignment with business goals.
• Define and oversee SLA (Service Level Agreements) with vendors.
• Lead contract negotiations and conduct vendor performance reviews.

Technical Oversight

• Provide technical leadership for cloud architecture decisions, with a primary focus on AWS.
• Validate and approve cloud-native architecture proposals from vendors and internal teams.
• Ensure seamless integration between vendor-provided solutions and internal systems.
• Oversee the modernization of existing applications and infrastructure.

Operational Management

• Coordinate IT service delivery across internal teams and external providers.
• Monitor operational metrics and ensure SLA compliance.
• Ensure adherence to security standards and regulatory compliance.
• Manage business continuity and disaster recovery planning.

Requirements

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 10 years of experience in IT leadership roles.
• 5+ years of experience with cloud technologies and architecture, primarily AWS.
• Strong experience in vendor and stakeholder management, including contract negotiations and performance monitoring.

Technical Skills

• In-depth knowledge of AWS core services (EC2, S3, IAM, etc.).
• Hands-on experience with container orchestration (Kubernetes, EKS) and DevOps practices.
• Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code and cloud security frameworks.
• Familiarity with IT service management frameworks (e.g., ITIL).

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Solutions Architect, TOGAF, ITIL).
• Familiarity with automotive industry IT requirements.
• Experience with additional cloud platforms such as Azure or Google Cloud Platform.

Other information

Full Time

Hybrid, In Reggio Emilia

Our company is dedicated to conducting its business with the highest standards of ethics and integrity.

We are guided by a steadfast commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion, creating a work environment where every individual can feel respected, valued, and motivated to perform at their best.