Head of Digital Innovation & FinTech

Qataryello; Muscat; On-site; OMR 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Qataryello in Muscat, Oman is seeking a seasoned leader in digital banking to define and deliver a comprehensive digital transformation strategy. The successful candidate will lead API and open-banking initiatives, manage partnerships with fintechs, and ensure compliance across digital initiatives.

With over 10 years in digital banking or fintech, you should possess strong technical expertise in APIs and integration, alongside proven leadership capabilities. This role is pivotal in driving innovation and enhancing customer experiences.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in digital banking, fintech, or digital transformation.
• Proven success in delivering digital banking platforms and ecosystem integrations.
• Strong technical capability in APIs and core banking connectivity.

Responsibilities

• Define and deliver the digital banking vision and strategy.
• Lead API and open-banking initiatives to enhance digital channels.
• Monitor performance KPIs and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Digital banking experience

Leadership

Stakeholder management

APIs and integration

Cloud platforms

Regulatory understanding

Job description

This opportunity is with a large organisation in the financial services industry, based in the Sultanate of Oman. The company is well-established and recognised for its forward‑thinking approach to delivering innovative solutions.

Responsibilities

• Define and deliver the digital banking vision, roadmap, and multi‑year transformation strategy.
• Lead API and open‑banking initiatives, including API gateway design, secure data exchange, and fintech ecosystem integrations.
• Build and lead teams across Digital Channels and Fintech Integration, ensuring strong governance and quality execution.
• Develop monetisation strategies around APIs and digital financial services.
• Oversee platform modernisation, cloud adoption, microservices, and resilient system architecture.
• Ensure regulatory, cybersecurity, and compliance alignment across all digital initiatives.
• Manage partnerships with fintechs, vendors, and technology providers to accelerate innovation.
• Collaborate closely with Product, Risk, Compliance, and Operations to ensure integrated digital delivery.
• Monitor performance KPIs and drive continuous improvement across platforms and teams.

Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience in digital banking, fintech, or digital transformation, including 5+ years in leadership.
• Proven success in delivering digital banking platforms (mobile, internet, onboarding) and ecosystem integrations.
• Strong technical capability in APIs, integration, security, open banking, and core banking connectivity.
• Experience with cloud platforms, microservices, and modern digital architecture.
• Ability to operate at both strategic and hands‑on technical design levels.
• Skilled in stakeholder management, vendor collaboration, and cross‑functional leadership.
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks (e.g., cybersecurity, AML/KYC, open banking mandates).
• Track record in developing fintech partnerships and driving API monetisation opportunities.