Description
The Executive Director Timberland Technology & Data will lead the modernization and scaling of Campbell Global technology platform with an initial focus on rebuilding the core valuation system and integrating it with vendor and internal systems. This hands-on leadership role is based in Portland and reports to the Head of CG Technology. The Executive Director will drive efficiency scalability and data integrity partnering closely with stakeholders in valuations operations investment and finance.
Campbell Global a J.P. Morgan Company is a worldwide investment manager focused on timberland. Headquartered in Portland Oregon the firm has more than four decades of experience in forest management and timberland investing and has managed over 5 million acres globally on behalf of pension funds foundations family offices and other institutional investors.
We integrate on-the-ground forest management expertise with institutional investment discipline to deliver performance responsibly manage natural resources and support climate and biodiversity goals.
Job Responsibilities
- Architect design and implement core technology solutions contributing directly in Java development code reviews and cloud-native engineering.
- Lead the modernization of the valuation system including integration with upstream vendor systems and internal databases.
- Oversee database management optimization and scaling to support growing data and operational needs.
- Apply AI and advanced analytics to improve system efficiency data quality and business insights.
- Drive internal development projects focusing on workflow automation and seamless integration with vendor platforms.
- Collaborate with technology operations and data teams to deliver high-quality reliable systems.
- Serve as a key partner to stakeholders in valuations operations investment and finance translating business needs into actionable technology requirements.
- Communicate progress risks and key decisions clearly to senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
- Set vision and direction for technology initiatives aligned with CGs business strategy and growth objectives.
- Build mentor and develop a high-performing inclusive engineering team.
Required Qualifications Capabilities and Skills
10 years in software engineering leadership with direct people management and hands-on technical contributions.Advanced proficiency in Java cloud platforms (AWS / Azure) database management and workflow automation.Experience architecting and implementing scalable cloud-native solutions; familiarity with AI and analytics tools.Proven ability to lead modernization projects including system re-writes and complex integrations.Strong stakeholder management skills especially with valuations operations investment and finance teams.Excellent communication and influence skills; able to drive alignment across technical and non-technical audiences.Commitment to talent development and building a healthy high-performing team culture.Portland-based with regular in-office presence required.Preferred Qualifications Capabilities and Skills
Experience in timberland forestry or natural resource investments.Experience in investment management or financial services.Familiarity with vendor systems relevant to forestry operations GIS and fund accounting.Strong Plus / Nice to Have
Experience in timberland forestry agriculture or other natural resource investments particularly in an institutional context.Familiarity with one or more of the following :Timberland or forestry operations systems (e.g. logging / harvest management weigh-scale / LIMS inventory systems)
GIS tools (e.g. Esri / ArcGIS) and spatial data workflowsFund accounting / performance platforms and data warehouses.Prior work with climate / carbon-related revenue streams or ESG-linked investment metrics particularly in the context of forestry and natural capital.Experience in private markets or alternatives (real assets infrastructure real estate private equity) and familiarity with typical fund structures and reporting.Required Experience :
Director
Key Skills
Go,Lean,Management Experience,React,Node.js,Operations Management,Project Management,Research & Development,Software Development,Team Management,GraphQL,Leadership Experience
Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1