Chief Technology Officer

Carter Knight FZ LLC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 446,400 - 669,600; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology consulting firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Chief Technology Officer to lead the organisation’s technology, data, digital, and AI agenda. The role involves defining a technology strategy, driving digital transformation, and embedding AI capabilities to enhance performance. Candidates should have 10-12 years in technology leadership, strong experience in strategy and AI, and excellent stakeholder management. Apply now to impact the tech landscape of a major government entity.

Qualifications

• 10–12 years of experience in technology, digital, or data leadership roles.
• Strong experience in enterprise technology strategy and AI implementation.
• Expertise in data governance and analytics.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead the long-term technology, digital, data, and AI strategy.
• Act as a strategic advisor on emerging technologies and innovation.
• Lead enterprise-wide digital transformation initiatives.

Skills

Enterprise technology strategy

AI implementation

Data governance

Stakeholder management

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

We are supporting an Abu Dhabi government entity in the appointment of a Chief Technology Officerto lead the organisation’s enterprise-wide technology, data, digital, and AI agenda.

This is a critical executive leadership role responsible for defining and executing a forward-looking technology strategy, driving large-scale digital transformation, and embedding advanced data and AI capabilities to enhance organisational performance, innovation, and service delivery.

The CTO will work closely with senior leadership and key stakeholders to ensure that technology investments are aligned with national priorities, organisational objectives, and global best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and lead the long-term strategy across technology, digital, data, and AI, ensuring alignment with organisational and national transformation agendas
• Act as a strategic advisor to executive leadership on emerging technologies, innovation, and digital trends
• Lead enterprise-wide digital transformation initiatives, including system modernisation, platform integration, and process optimisation
• Develop and implement enterprise data and AI strategies, enabling advanced analytics and data-driven decision-making across the organisation
• Establish and oversee robust data governance frameworks, ensuring data quality, integrity, security, and regulatory compliance
• Drive the responsible and scalable adoption of advanced technologies, ensuring clear business value and measurable outcomes
• Define success metrics and oversee performance tracking across all technology and transformation initiatives
• Build and maintain strategic partnerships with government entities, technology providers, and external stakeholders
• Lead, develop, and inspire high-performing teams, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Ensure alignment with cybersecurity, risk, and information governance standards across all technology platforms

Candidate Profile

• 10–12 years of experience in technology, digital, or data leadership roles, with significant exposure at a senior or executive level
• Strong experience in enterprise technology strategy, AI implementation, and data-driven transformation
• Expertise in data governance, analytics, enterprise architecture, and emerging technologies
• Excellent stakeholder management and executive communication skills, with the ability to influence at leadership level
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Master’s degree preferred)
• Professional certifications in technology, data, or AI disciplines are advantageous

This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the digital and technology landscape of a major government entity, driving innovation and delivering meaningful impact at scale.

For further details or to apply, please submit your CV directly.