Sr. Manager of IT & Enterprise Software Strategy

About the role

Ceribell is a medical technology company focused on transforming the diagnosis and management of patients with serious neurological conditions. The Ceribell System is a novel, point-of-care electroencephalography (“EEG”) platform designed to address unmet needs in the acute care setting, used in hundreds of community hospitals, large academic facilities, and major IDNs across the country.

Responsibilities

• IT & Enterprise Technology Leadership
  • Oversee IT support operations, including service desk and end-user support, ensuring high-quality, responsive service delivery.
  • Define and drive Ceribell’s IT and enterprise software strategy aligned to business goals, scalability, and security.
  • Partner cross-functionally to translate needs into roadmaps, investment plans, and compliant solutions, while supporting annual planning and budgeting.
• Enterprise Software & Vendor Strategy
  • Own the lifecycle of enterprise software, including optimization, implementation, and retirement.
  • Lead vendor contract negotiations, performance oversight, and ensure alignment with cost, risk, and service expectations.
  • Establish governance frameworks for evaluating and approving new tools to minimize sprawl and optimize the tech stack.
• Operational Excellence
  • Drive operational processes across IT and enterprise systems, including system administration, support models, and access management lifecycle processes.
  • Track key performance metrics to ensure reliability, efficiency, and service quality.
• Program & Portfolio Management
  • Lead portfolio planning and prioritization across IT and major enterprise software initiatives.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to deliver large-scale programs, ensuring clear timelines, resource alignment, and risk management.
• Technology & Process Innovation
  • Evaluate tools, platforms, and methodologies to improve operational efficiency, system scalability, and user experience.
  • Lead change management for new systems, development practices, and infrastructure improvements.
• Stakeholder Communication
  • Provide regular reports on software portfolio health, risks, timelines, and strategic progress to leadership.
  • Serve as the operational “glue” between the business and enterprise software.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in IT, enterprise software, or technology-driven organizations, with 5+ years in strategic or operational leadership roles.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven track record leading IT Support and large-scale enterprise software initiatives from planning through execution.
• Strong ability to translate business goals into actionable operational plans.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with budgeting and resource forecasting.
• Experience in a regulated industry (e.g., medical device, health tech, etc).
• Background in IT leadership, enterprise systems, program management, or related disciplines.
• Familiarity with compliance requirements such as SOC2, HIPAA, and SOX.

Pay

Compensation Range: $181,000—$215,000 USD. A candidate’s final salary offer will be based on their skills, education, work location, and experience, and may include bonuses consistent with Ceribell’s corporate compensation plan.

Benefits

• Performance-based incentive compensation (varies by role).
• Equity opportunities.
• 100% Employer-paid health benefits for employees.
• 50% - 70% Employer-paid health, dental, and vision for dependents (depending on plan selection).
• 100% paid life and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) with a generous company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with a discount.
• Monthly cell phone stipend.
• Flexible paid time off.
• 13 paid holidays + 3 company wellness days.
• Excellent parental leave policy.
• Fantastic culture with tremendous career advancement opportunities.
• Joining a mission-minded organization.