Chief Technical Officer

Caliberly; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Dubai is looking for an experienced technical leader to oversee the development and security of their software applications. This role requires a minimum of 10 years in the software development industry and a proven track record in managing technical teams. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong communication, strategic thinking skills, and knowledge of security principles. You'll foster innovation and a collaborative environment in a dynamic tech team.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in the software development industry with a focus on high performance systems.
• Proven experience in leading and managing technical teams.
• Strong understanding of encryption and security principles.
• Excellent knowledge of programming languages and software development methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, hire, and mentor top‑tier technical talent.
• Foster a collaborative and innovative work culture within the tech team.
• Develop and maintain the overall technical strategy and architecture of the application.
• Oversee the security and privacy aspects of the application.
• Work closely with the product and design teams to ensure seamless integration of features.

Skills

Leadership and team management

Strategic thinking

Problem-solving skills

Strong communication

Job description

1. Team Building and Leadership

• Recruit, hire, and mentor top‑tier technical talent.
• Foster a collaborative and innovative work culture within the tech team.
• Create and manage development and security teams.

2. Technical Architecture

• Develop and maintain the overall technical strategy and architecture of the application.
• Implement and manage scalable and efficient systems.
• Ensure the technology stack aligns with the company's goals and industry standards.

3. Security

• Oversee the security and privacy aspects of the application.
• Implement encryption and other security measures to protect user data.
• Stay updated with industry trends and security threats to proactively address vulnerabilities.

4. Product Development

• Work closely with the product and design teams to ensure seamless integration of features.
• Lead the development of new features and improvements to enhance user experience.

5. Technical Innovation

• Identify opportunities for innovation and lead the integration of new technologies.

6. Budget and Resource Management

• Develop and manage the technology budget, optimizing resource allocation.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure resource alignment with business objectives.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in the software development industry with a focus on high performance system
• Proven experience in leading and managing technical teams.
• Strong understanding of encryption and security principles.
• Excellent knowledge of programming languages and software development methodologies.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.