IT Director

Caliberly; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Fintech organization in Dubai is seeking an experienced IT leader to develop and execute the IT strategy, oversee Fintech applications, and ensure robust cybersecurity measures. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 5 years in IT leadership within the UAE, strong knowledge of cloud platforms, and excellent leadership skills. This role offers the opportunity to drive digital transformation initiatives, enhancing customer experience and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in IT leadership within a Fintech company in the UAE.
• Strong knowledge of banking APIs, payment gateways, and digital wallets.
• Experience with cybersecurity frameworks and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the IT strategy aligned with business goals.
• Oversee the development and maintenance of Fintech applications.
• Drive digital transformation initiatives for customer experience.

Skills

IT strategy development

Cybersecurity measures

Cloud platforms

Leadership skills

DevOps and emerging technologies

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

• Develop and execute the IT strategy aligned with business goals and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee the development, deployment, and maintenance of Fintech applications and platforms.
• Ensure robust cybersecurity measures and compliance with UAE financial regulations.
• Lead cloud infrastructure management, ensuring high availability and scalability.
• Manage IT budgets, vendor relationships, and technology investments.
• Drive digital transformation initiatives to enhance customer experience and operational efficiency.
• Ensure data security, governance, and compliance with PCI DSS, GDPR, and UAE financial laws.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product, operations, and compliance, to support business growth.
• Implement best practices in DevOps, AI, blockchain, and emerging Fintech technologies.
• Build and lead a high-performing IT team, fostering innovation and continuous improvement.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in IT leadership within a Fintech company in the UAE.
• Strong knowledge of banking APIs, payment gateways, blockchain, and digital wallets.
• Expertise in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and microservices architecture.
• Experience with cybersecurity frameworks, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
• Proven ability to lead IT strategy, budgeting, and large-scale technology projects.
• Strong understanding of AI, machine learning, and automation in financial services is a plus.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.