Director, Operational Technology

JOIN THE PEOPLE POWERING KODIAKKodiak understands that our most valuable resource is our employees, and in order to provide industry-leading service and runtime, you must attract and retain premier talent. To accomplish this, Kodiak focuses on providing internal professional development and training, as well as the best benefits package in the industry.Position SummaryWe are looking for a strategic and execution-driven Director of Operational Technology to lead the commercialization of our Technology products, drive continued feature innovation, and spearhead the development and implementation of OT solutions that enhance our internal operations. This is a high-impact leadership role at the intersection of product, engineering, and go-to-market — ideal for someone who thrives on turning cutting-edge capabilities into scalable, revenue-generating solutions while also applying technology to optimize how we work internally.Key ResponsibilitiesProduct CommercializationDevelop and execute strategies for technology products, from beta launch through full-scale operational and commercial releasePartner with Sales and Operations to define pricing, and positioning that resonates with target customersBuild and manage relationships with key customers and partners to drive adoption and generate feedback loops that inform the product roadmapEstablish product success metrics and KPIs, and hold teams accountable for resultsProduct & Feature DevelopmentOwn and prioritize the operational technology roadmap, balancing new feature development with platform stability and scalabilityCollaborate with IT and Operations teams to translate customer needs and market signals into actionable product requirementsChampion a culture of continuous improvement, iterating rapidly based on usage data, customer feedback, and competitive intelligenceOT Solutions for Internal OperationsAssess current operational workflows and identify high-impact opportunities where OT solutions can drive efficiency, reduce friction, and improve outcomesDesign, develop, and implement OT systems and tools that integrate with existing platforms used by the operations departmentLead the evaluation and selection of third-party OT platforms, vendors, and technologies that align with company goalsEstablish governance frameworks, security protocols, and monitoring practices to ensure OT solutions are reliable, scalable, and compliantPartner closely with the operations department to ensure solution adoption, provide change management support, and measure impact post-implementationBuild feedback loops between internal OT deployments and external product development — using real-world operational learnings to sharpen the product roadmapOperational LeadershipEstablish processes and tooling that enable efficient product development at scale — from ideation through deploymentManage vendor and technology partner relationships relevant to the Operational Technology stackEnsure compliance, security, and reliability standards are embedded throughout the product and OT lifecycleQualificationsRequired5+ years of experience in product management, technology operations, or a related field.Demonstrated experience commercializing AI, ML, or data-driven SaaS products — from concept to revenueHands-on experience designing and implementing OT solutions that improve operational efficiency at scaleStrong understanding of the AI/ML product development lifecycle, including model training, evaluation, deployment, and monitoringExceptional communication skillsPreferredExperience working with LLMs, generative AI, or predictive AI productsBackground in technical program management or solutions engineeringFamiliarity with MLOps tooling, cloud infrastructure (AWS/GCP/Azure), and API-based product deliveryExperience integrating OT systems with enterprise platforms (ERP, CRM, ITSM, etc.)Track record of driving operational change management initiatives alongside technology deploymentsExperience scaling products from early adopters to enterprise customersExperience in Project Management and Process ImprovementsOther RequirementsWillingness to travel to field locations (as needed) – 50% of time.Ability to work in both office and operational/field environments.#operationssupport#businesssuportKodiak Gas Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.SummaryLocation: TX - The Woodlands, Corporate HQType: Full time