Head of Technology

Revolut; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 188,000 - 239,000; Full time

Job summary

Revolut in New York seeks a Head of Technology to steer local architecture and align IT strategy with global teams. You will drive regulatory-compliant security, oversee migrations, and shape a scalable tech ecosystem for a rapidly growing fintech.

The role requires 8+ years in finance IT architecture, strong leadership, and English fluency. This hybrid position is based in New York with 2–3 days in the office weekly.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in engineering or a related field.
• 8+ years of IT architecture experience in finance.
• Familiarity with US regulatory and security requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead local technology architecture and coordinate across global teams.
• Implement IT and data strategy and drive transformation initiatives.
• Oversee customer migrations and IT governance to the Board.
• Coordinate transformation programmes, migrations, and operating models.
• Build a scalable, reliable global tech ecosystem.

Skills

IT architecture

Regulatory & security knowledge (US)

English fluency

Communication

People management

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in engineering

Job description

About Revolut

People deserve more from their money. More visibility, more control, and more freedom. Since 2015, Revolut has been on a mission to deliver just that. Our powerhouse of products — including spending, saving, investing, exchanging, travelling, and more — help our 75+ million customers get more from their money every day.

As we continue our lightning-fast growth, 2 things are essential to our success: our people and our culture. In recognition of our outstanding employee experience, we've been certified as a Great Place to Work™. So far, we have 13,000+ people working around the world, from our offices and remotely, to help us achieve our mission. And we're looking for more brilliant people. People who love building great products, redefining success, and turning the complexity of a chaotic world into the simplicity of a beautiful solution.

About the role

Our Technology team builds the systems and experiences that keep Revolut moving forward. From the infrastructure behind our innovative app to the features used by millions of people around the world, they bring sharp thinking, speed, and a focus on meaningful impact to everything they do.

We're looking for a Head of Technology to manage projects and collaborate across local and global teams, from Operations to Product.

Up to shape what's next in finance? Let's get in touch.

What you'll be doing

• Driving the local technology architecture
• Implementing the IT and data strategy, including the new setup and continuing transformation of IT
• Shaping customer migrations
• Overseeing IT governance, being responsible for the framework, presentations to the Board of Directors, and representing the IT function in key group committees
• Coordinating transformation programmes, migrations, operational model setup, and processes
• Building a globally reliable and scalable tech ecosystem

What you'll need

• Familiarity with regulatory and security requirements in the US, including cybersecurity, outsourcing, risk management, and data risk
• A bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant field, such as engineering
• 8+ years of experience in a role involving IT architecture in finance
• Exceptional organisational and time management skills
• Experience with IT systems and related technologies
• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and people-management skills
• Fluency in English
• To be able to work from the office in New York 2–3 days per week (this is a hybrid role)

Compensation range

• New York: $188,100 - $239,000 gross annually*
• Other locations: Compensation will be discussed during the interview process

*Final compensation will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, skills, and previous experience

Building a global financial super app isn’t enough. Our Revoluters are a priority, and that’s why in 2021 we launched our inaugural D&I Framework, designed to help us thrive and grow everyday. We’re not just doing this because it’s the right thing to do. We’re doing it because we know that seeking out diverse talent and creating an inclusive workplace is the way to create exceptional, innovative products and services for our customers. That’s why we encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences to join this multicultural, hard-working team.

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