Information Technology Manager

Silah Tamkeen; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Head of Information Technology to lead the IT department and ensure alignment with business goals. This pivotal role involves developing IT strategies, overseeing network systems, and managing a talented team. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in IT, preferably within a fast-paced startup environment such as proptech or fintech. This is a fantastic opportunity to drive technological innovations and enhance technology usage across departments while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. If you are a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of IT experience in a fast-paced environment, preferably in proptech or fintech.
• Proven ability to align technology strategy with business goals.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement IT strategies aligned with company objectives.
• Oversee network systems, applications, and databases ensuring compliance.
• Manage IT department budget and resource utilization.

Skills

IT Strategy Development

Team Management

Budget Control

Stakeholder Management

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science

Bachelor's in Information Technology

Bachelor's in Software Engineering

Job description

The Head of Information Technology oversees the IT department, ensuring the alignment of technology initiatives with business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement IT strategies that align with the company's objectives.
• Oversee network systems, applications, and databases.
• Protect data and information from threats and ensure compliance with standards.
• Manage and direct teams, distributing tasks and projects.
• Collaborate with different departments to enhance technology usage.
• Control the IT department budget and ensure effective resource utilization.
• Monitor technological innovations and provide recommendations for improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in IT
• Proven track record in a fast-paced startup environmentpreferably in proptech, real estate technology, fintech, or a closely related industry.
• Hands-on experience overseeing end-to-end software development life cycles and delivering scalable, enterprise-grade solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to build, mentor, and retain high-performing technical teams.
• Strong business acumen: experience aligning technology strategy with business goals, budgeting, and vendor negotiations.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills; able to present complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and data privacy standards relevant to real estate and proptech.