Global IT Director

Confidential Careers; Zürich; Presencial; CHF 210.000 - 320.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Confidential Careers is seeking a Global Director of IT to lead the international IT organization from Switzerland, reporting to the CTO. The role focuses on translating technology strategy into roadmaps, prioritizing delivery, and guiding a large, skilled team across the enterprise.

You will drive AI projects, software initiatives and digital transformation, while fostering innovation and effective collaboration with executive leadership. Relocation to Switzerland is required.

Formación

• 15+ years of IT, software and technology leadership experience.
• Experience translating enterprise tech strategy into large-scale IT delivery.
• Proven track record leading large teams.
• Experience in established corporate environments.
• Hands-on software development experience and credibility with technical teams.
• Experience delivering AI projects.
• Forward-looking, innovative, strong leadership and communication.
• Fluency in Turkish and English.

Responsabilidades

• Translate CTO/Board strategy into global IT roadmaps and plans.
• Lead and develop a large team of technology professionals.
• Guide enterprise software and platform development balancing architecture and business needs.
• Deliver software, AI, and digital initiatives per CTO priorities.
• Foster culture of continuous improvement and responsible tech adoption.
• Partner with executives; update CTO on delivery, risks, options and results.
• Adapt to evolving priorities and technologies.

Conocimientos

IT leadership

Enterprise tech strategy

Team leadership

AI project delivery

Software development experience

Communication skills

Turkish language

Descripción del empleo

An international company is seeking a Global Director of IT to report to its Chief Technology Officer (CTO). The director will translate the technology strategy into roadmaps and delivery, lead the global IT organization, and support the CTO with recommendations on priorities and emerging opportunities. This senior leadership role calls for an enterprise-minded executive who can lead a large, experienced global team and make the company technologically ready for its next stage of growth.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Translate the strategy set by the CTO and the Board into global IT roadmaps, priorities and execution plans.
• Lead, develop and engage a large team of experienced technology professionals across the organization.
• Guide enterprise software, platforms and technology development, balancing architecture, delivery and business needs.
• Lead delivery of software, AI and digital initiatives within the strategy and priorities agreed with the CTO.
• Build a culture of continuous improvement and responsible adoption of new technologies.
• Partner with executive leaders and business functions; provide the CTO with clear updates on delivery, risks, options and results.
• Bring flexibility and sound judgement as priorities and technologies evolve.

WHAT YOU BRING

• At least 15 years of relevant experience in IT, software and technology leadership.
• Experience translating enterprise technology strategy into large-scale IT delivery and execution.
• A strong record of leading a large team of experienced professionals.
• Experience working in established corporate environments.
• Practical software-development experience and the ability to engage credibly with technical teams. ??
• Experience developing and delivering AI projects.
• A forward-looking mindset, openness to innovation, and strong leadership and communication skills.
• Fluency in Turkish and English.

LOCATION AND ELIGIBILITY

The role is based in Switzerland and requires relocation. Applicants must be an EU national or already hold valid Swiss work authorization.