SVP, Digital Transformation and Innovation

About Gap Inc.

Our brands bridge the gaps we see in the world. Old Navy democratizes style to ensure everyone has access to quality fashion at every price point. Athleta unleashes the potential of every woman, regardless of body size, age or ethnicity. Banana Republic believes in sustainable luxury for all. And Gap inspires the world to bring individuality to modern, responsibly made essentials.    

This simple idea-that we all deserve to belong, and on our own terms-is core to who we are as a company and how we make decisions. Our team is made up of thousands of people across the globe who take risks, think big, and do good for our customers, communities, and the planet. Ready to  learn fast, create with audacity and lead boldly? Join our team.

About the Role

We are seeking a visionary Senior Vice President of Digital Transformation and Innovation to lead our technology strategy and execute it in alignment with business objectives. This role will be central in driving the shift towards a platform strategy and SaaS model, modernizing our legacy systems, and supporting business process transformation. The SVP will own the enterprise and data architecture, ensuring that all technology initiatives align with the long-term technology roadmap. Additionally, this role will oversee work intake, program management, and organizational change management to ensure cohesive and effective execution across the organization.

The SVP will work across product management, engineering, technical operations, cybersecurity, and data functions to align cross-functional efforts and ensure business value is delivered through technology initiatives.

Salary Range: $400,000- $475,000 USD

Employee pay will vary based on factors such as qualifications, experience, skill level, competencies and work location. We will meet minimum wage or minimum of the pay range (whichever is higher) based on city, county and state requirements.

What You'll Do

• Lead Digital Strategy , including AI and innovation, ensuring alignment between business goals and technology initiatives. Educate senior leadership on digital opportunities and risks.

• Own enterprise architecture and data architecture , driving the development and execution of a strategic technology roadmap that integrates both new capabilities and legacy system modernization.

• Ensure the technology roadmap translates into effective work intake processes, prioritizing initiatives based on strategic impact and resource availability.

• Oversee program management , ensuring all technology initiatives and programs are executed efficiently, with measurable outcomes that align with business objectives.

• Manage organizational change management to support the successful adoption of new technologies and business process transformations.

• Collaborate across product management , engineering , technical operations , cybersecurity , and data teams to drive alignment and ensure the roadmap is executed effectively.

• Partner with cybersecurity and technical operations teams to maintain a secure and scalable infrastructure as we transition our technology landscape.

Who You Are

• 15+ years of experience in technology leadership with demonstrated expertise in digital strategy , enterprise architecture , program and portfolio management , and organizational change management .

• Proven experience leading SaaS transformations and platform modernization initiatives, including legacy system migrations in large organizations.

• Ability to manage work intake , annual planning , and budgeting , ensuring alignment of resources with strategic goals.

• Strong track record in enterprise architecture and data architecture development and execution, driving long-term scalability and technology alignment with business needs.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills with a proven ability to work across product management, engineering, cybersecurity, and business leadership teams.

• Strategic mindset with a deep passion for innovation , digital transformation , and driving business outcomes .

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science , Engineering , or a related field. An advanced degree (MBA or MS) is preferred.

Benefits at Gap Inc.

• Merchandise discount for our brands: 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic and Athleta, and 30% off at Outlet for all employees.

• One of the most competitive Paid Time Off plans in the industry.*

• Employees can take up to five "on the clock" hours each month to volunteer at a charity of their choice.*

• Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching for contributions up to four percent of an employee's base pay.*

• Employee stock purchase plan.*

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance.*

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_*For eligible employees_

Gap Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status. We have received numerous awards for our long-held commitment to equality and will continue to foster a diverse and inclusive environment of belonging. In 2022, we were recognized by Forbes as one of the World's Best Employers and one of the Best Employers for Diversity.

US Candidates

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