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Job summary
A global banking institution is seeking a Chief Technology Officer to define and lead its technology strategy across multiple countries including Sudan, UAE, and Bahrain. The ideal candidate has over 15 years of experience in financial services technology and strong expertise in core banking platforms. This full-time position offers a competitive salary based on experience and comprehensive family benefits.
Benefits
Qualifications
- 15 years of experience in multi-country banking operations or financial services technology.
- At least 7 years in a group or regional leadership role.
- Strong expertise in financial messaging & APIs (ISO 20022, SWIFT).
Responsibilities
- Define and lead the Group’s technology strategy across multiple countries.
- Manage group-wide IT infrastructure and optimize budgets.
- Foster a culture of digital innovation and lead IT teams.
Skills
Education
Tools
- Define and lead the Group’s technology strategy across Sudan, UAE, Bahrain, and subsidiaries. Oversee digital banking growth, modernize core banking platforms, and integrate fintech solutions with emerging technologies like AI/ML, blockchain, RPA, and open banking APIs.
- Manage group-wide IT infrastructure (data centers, cloud, networks, disaster recovery), enforce unified governance, and optimize multi-million-dollar budgets. Establish robust cybersecurity frameworks, deploy zero-trust security, and ensure regulatory compliance across jurisdictions.
- Foster a culture of digital innovation, lead and mentor IT teams across multiple markets, and partner with HR to recruit, retain, and upskill top talent.
- Build strong relationships with regulators, auditors, and external partners. Manage global vendor contracts, fintech partnerships, and technology SLAs.
- Position Title: Chief Technology Officer (Multi Country) – Islamic Banking
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Salary: Depending on experience and qualifications plus competitive family benefits, allowance and bonus structure
- Job Location: Flexible in base location (preferably from Sudan, UAE or Bahrain)
One of the leading global institutions with strong regional presence across the UAE, Bahrain, and Sudan, known for driving innovation in Islamic and corporate banking.
- Open to Male candidates with fluency in both English and Arabic, preferably between 40 to 50 years old
- Must have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or related field; MBA or equivalent executive qualification is an advantage
- 15 years of experience in multi-country banking operations or financial services technology (preferably in MENA or similar regions) including at least 7 years in a group or regional leadership role
- Strong expertise in core banking platforms (Azentio, Temenos, Finacle, Flexcube), financial messaging & APIs (ISO 20022, SWIFT), cybersecurity frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, FFIEC), cloud computing, AI/ML, blockchain, open banking APIs, and RPA is a must
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