Chief Technology Officer

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive technology strategy tailored to the company's business objectives, scalability, and operational efficiency.
• Create and manage the technology budget, optimizing resource allocation and ensuring cost-effective solutions.
• Oversee the design and implementation of robust technical architectures, ensuring alignment with business requirements, security standards, and the industry’s best practices.
• Establish and maintain efficient and reliable technology operations, including systems infrastructure, network, data management, and security protocols for high performance, uptime, and data integrity.
• Develop and implement disaster recovery plans and business continuity strategies.
• Identify and mitigate technology-related risks, ensuring data privacy and security regulations compliance.
• Stay aware of the latest tech advancements to provide strategic insights and recommendations for maintaining our technological edge.

Requirements: 

• A bachelor’s/master’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field. 
• 10 – 20 years of experience as a technology officer or in a similar senior technology leadership role, preferably in the banking industry.
• Relevant IT certifications.
• Extensive knowledge of software development methodologies, infrastructure management, and cybersecurity best practices.
• Experience driving digital transformation initiatives, leveraging cloud technologies, and implementing data-driven decision-making.
• Strong strategic thinking and the ability to translate business objectives into effective technology strategies.