Managing Director - Technology Strategy & Transformation (Seattle, WA)

Company Description

Sia is a next-generation, global management consulting group. Founded in 1999, we were born digital. Today our strategy and management capabilities are augmented by data science, enhanced by creativity and driven by responsibility. We’re optimists for change and we help clients initiate, navigate and benefit from transformation. We believe optimism is a force multiplier, helping clients to mitigate downside and maximize opportunity. With expertise across a broad range of sectors and services, our 3,000 consultants serve clients worldwide from 48 locations in 19 countries. Our expertise delivers results. Our optimism transforms outcomes. 

Strategy & Management Consulting 

Our global footprint and expertise in more than 40 sectors and services allow us to enhance our clients' businesses worldwide. We guide their projects and initiatives in strategy, business transformation, Design, IT & digital strategy.    

A digital leader or growing disruptor, everyone must transform themselves to maintain their advantage. The Sia Technology Business Unit supports clients through digital operations and organizational transformation adapted to their culture and working methods. We help clients strategize and scale by leveraging deep expertise and solutions in compliance and risk management, strategic technology partnerships, data science, operations and business analysis and mergers and acquisitions. 

Job Description

We are seeking a Managing Director, Technology Strategy & Transformation to lead and grow our presence within the heart of the Puget Sound technology ecosystem. This role is ideal for a senior leader who understands the nuances of technology-enabled business transformation, especially within organizations influenced by cloud, AI, digital platforms, and enterprise software. You will be responsible for shaping strategic direction, driving revenue growth, delivering high-impact client outcomes, and strengthening Sia’s reputation with C-suite leaders in the technology sector. 

Why Seattle Matters 

Seattle is a leading global technology hub driven by world-class innovation, a deep bench of technical talent, and the presence of major enterprise and cloud players (including Microsoft and Amazon) alongside a thriving startup ecosystem. The region has the second-largest tech workforce in the U.S. and one of the strongest clusters of AI-specialized talent nationally.  

This creates a unique opportunity for transformational consulting that aligns technology strategy with business outcomes — and a competitive market for leaders who can engage and grow relationships within this unique landscape. 

What You’ll Lead 

Business Development & Strategic Growth 

• Define and lead go-to-market strategies specific to Seattle’s technology ecosystem, including: 
• Cloud and enterprise software transformation 
• AI and automation value realization 
• Digital product and platform innovation 
• Technology operating model transformation 
• Build and expand a sustainable pipeline of new business by leveraging deep relationships and insights across technology buyers and decision-makers. 
• Secure significant new revenue streams and own attainment of key financial metrics. 

Market Presence & Thought Leadership 

• Act as a public ambassador for Sia in the technology community — speaking at events, participating in industry forums, and shaping thought leadership that resonates in tech-driven markets. 
• Elevate Sia’s brand as a go-to advisor for digital strategy, AI adoption, cloud-enabled modernization and organizational transformation. 

Client & Delivery Leadership 

• Serve as the senior point of contact for technology and digital transformation engagements with executive leadership at top-tier tech companies and enterprise buyers. 
• Drive measurable client outcomes by shaping strategy, overseeing delivery quality, and ensuring commercial excellence. 
• Maintain a compelling presence in high-value client engagements, balancing strategic advisory and hands-on contribution. 

People Leadership & Team Development 

• Mentor and develop senior managers and partners, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, innovation, and ongoing professional growth. 
• Build and retain high-performing teams capable of delivering on client expectations and strategic priorities. 

Key Responsibilities 

• This role is focused on generating net new revenue by identifying, pursuing, and closing new business opportunities in the Seattle technology market. It is not primarily an account expansion role. 
• Deliver active client roles while maintaining billability target