ABOUT HOPPER

At Hopper, we’re on a mission to make booking travel faster, easier, and more transparent. We are leveraging the power that comes from combining massive amounts of data and machine learning to build the world’s fastest-growing travel app -- one that enables our customers to save money and travel more. With over $235M CAD in funding from leading investors in both Canada and the US, Hopper is primed to continue its path toward becoming the go-to way to book travel as the world continues its shift to mobile.

Recognized as the fastest-growing travel app by Forbes and one of the world’s most innovative companies by Fast Company two years in a row, Hopper has been downloaded over 40 million times and has helped travelers plan over 100 million trips and counting. The app has received high praise in the form of mobile accolades such as the Webby Award for Best Travel App of 2019, the Google Play Award for Standout Startup of 2016 and Apple’s App Store Best of 2015. 

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THE ROLE

As Hopper’s Chief Information Officer, you will be responsible for global corporate information technology, security and data privacy/compliance initiatives. This role will be strategic on determining how we grow our technological footprint internationally and continue to safeguard our customer’s data and ensure their trust long term. As a leadership position at Hopper, the candidate will also champion our leadership principles as we continue to rapidly scale the company.

IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL:

• Develop mechanisms and strategies to ensure Hopper Technology runs smoothly and effectively.
• Direct and establish IT/Security/Compliance projects.
• Monitor changes in the technology sector to discover ways the company can improve and develop.
• Supervise the networks and computer systems in the company to ensure optimal performance, and own our on-premise system operations.
• Plan and direct the implementation of new technology systems to continue to scale Hopper.
• Provide leadership coaching to more junior members of Hopper and be a voice of our leadership principles.
• Troubleshoot data-related/systematic issues and establish regular maintenance.

A PERFECT CANDIDATE HAS:

• Built large and diverse teams of exceptional individuals.
• Technical Degree(s) in computer science, engineering or a related field
• Held leadership roles.
• Excellent writing skills and the ability to use influence as effectively as direct control.
• Past success analyzing data, drawing accurate conclusions, and adjusting strategy accordingly.
• No ego, and a strong focus on doing what is right for the customer and the company.
• The ability to interface with diverse teams from leaders in business units to individual engineers.
• Experience in Travel or Mobile is a plus.

BENEFITS

• Well-funded and proven startup with large ambitions, competitive salary and stock options

• Dynamic and entrepreneurial team where pushing limits is everyday business

• 100% employer paid medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance plans

• Access to a 401k (US) or Retirement Savings Plan (Canada)

• Easy commute with a paid-for public transportation or parking pass

• IATA Travel Agent Card for discounts in the travel industry

• Fully stocked kitchen with: coffee/tea, beer, bagels and snacks (both healthy and not-healthy)

• Team lunches, offsite activities and much more!