Chief Technology Officer

Risk Solutions Caribbean BV; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Risk Solutions Caribbean BV is seeking a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to lead technology strategy, digital transformation, and IT operations in Abu Dhabi. The role requires guiding architecture, cybersecurity, and data management while aligning technology with business growth.

You will oversee budgets, vendor relationships, and technology teams, driving innovation and ensuring reliable, scalable tech across the organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10–15 years of senior technology leadership experience.
• Proven ability to lead digital transformation and enterprise tech strategy.
• Strong knowledge of cloud, cybersecurity, data management, and IT operations.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the technology strategy and digital transformation roadmap.
• Lead development and management of technology systems, software, and IT infrastructure.
• Oversee cyber security, data governance, and system reliability.
• Manage budgets, resources, and delivery of technology projects.
• Drive adoption of emerging technologies to support growth.
• Collaborate with CEO and senior management to align tech with business goals.
• Mentor technology teams and oversee vendor partnerships.
• Establish governance, standards, and policies.
• Ensure business continuity and disaster recovery planning.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

IT infrastructure

Cloud computing

Cybersecurity

Data management

Software development

Budget management

Enterprise systems

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related discipline

Job description

The Chief Technology Officer (CTO) is responsible for leading the organization's technology strategy, digital transformation, and overall technology operations. The role drives technological innovation, oversees IT infrastructure and systems development, and ensures that technology initiatives support business objectives, operational efficiency, and long-term growth. The CTO provides strategic leadership, manages technology teams and resources, and ensures the security, reliability, scalability, and performance of the organization's technology environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the organization's technology strategy, roadmap, and digital transformation initiatives.
• Lead the development, implementation, and management of technology systems, software platforms, and IT infrastructure.
• Identify and implement innovative technologies to improve business processes, productivity, and operational efficiency.
• Oversee IT operations, system architecture, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, and data management.
• Establish technology standards, policies, governance frameworks, and best practices.
• Ensure system reliability, scalability, integration, business continuity, and disaster recovery capabilities.
• Lead technology projects, manage budgets, allocate resources, and ensure timely project delivery.
• Drive research, evaluation, and adoption of emerging technologies, including AI, automation, and digital solutions.
• Work closely with the CEO, senior management, and business units to align technology investments with corporate objectives.
• Manage, mentor, and develop technology teams, including IT, software engineering, infrastructure, and technical support.
• Oversee technology vendors, strategic partnerships, service providers, and contractual performance.
• Monitor technology performance, cybersecurity risks, and emerging industry trends.
• Ensure compliance with internal technology policies, data protection standards, and applicable industry requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10-15 years of experience in technology or IT management, with substantial senior leadership experience.
• Proven track record in developing and implementing enterprise technology strategies and digital transformation initiatives.
• Strong expertise in IT infrastructure, software development, cloud computing, cybersecurity, data management, and enterprise systems.
• Experience managing large-scale technology projects, budgets, vendors, and multidisciplinary technical teams.
• Strong understanding of emerging technologies, digital innovation, system integration, and technology governance.
• Excellent strategic thinking, business acumen, leadership, and decision-making capabilities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into business solutions.
• Ability to drive innovation, manage technological change, and align technology capabilities with business growth objectives.