Chief Technology Officer

HR Genie; Durban; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 500 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a visionary Chief Technology Officer to spearhead technological strategy and innovation. This role involves leading a dynamic technology team, aligning initiatives with business goals, and advocating for digital transformation. The successful candidate will drive the development of technology products, manage complex projects, and ensure robust cybersecurity measures. If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for technology and a proven track record in leadership, this is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of technology within the organization.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of technical experience in technology management.
• Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science or Engineering required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and communicate the company's technology strategy.
• Lead and manage the technology team for effective project execution.
• Oversee the design and maintenance of technology infrastructure.

Skills

Technical acumen

Growth mindset

Forward-thinking

Business savvy

Action-oriented

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Decision-making skills

Conflict management

Stress tolerance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Master's degree in Engineering

MBA or business-related qualifications

Job description

Our client is looking for a Chief Technology Officer.

POSITION INFO :

Our client is looking for a Chief Technology Officer.

Responsibilities :

• Technological Strategy
• Develop and communicate the company's technology strategy.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional team members to align technology initiatives with business goals.
• Advocate for the adoption of innovative solutions to drive digital transformation initiatives.
• Stay abreast of technology trends and emerging technologies, assessing their relevance to the business, and recommending innovative solutions.
• Forge strategic partnerships with technology vendors, startups, and industry leaders to explore new business opportunities.
• Leadership
• Lead and manage the technology team, including software developers, data scientists, business analysts, and other IT professionals.
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and resources to ensure efficient and effective project execution.
• Create and manage technology budgets, allocating resources optimally to support various initiatives while maintaining financial discipline.
• Technical Management
• Oversee the design, development, and maintenance of the company’s technology infrastructure, systems, and networks.
• Ensure alignment of print operations and systems to enhance the integrated service offering to clients.
• Monitor key performance indicators and budgets to assess technological performance.
• Assess technical risks and develop a business continuity plan.
• Evaluate the profitability and efficiency of technology investments.
• Product Platforms
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive the development of technology products and systems aligned with business goals, such as DAM and PIMS.
• Oversee the entire product lifecycle, from concept to launch.
• Drive new product launches or feature updates, demonstrating the company’s commitment to innovation.
• Ensure the efficient utilization of platforms and systems across the business to derive ROI.
• Systems
• Manage the system infrastructure to ensure functionality and efficiency.
• Achieve technological excellence by identifying opportunities for the integration of key systems and securing operational synergies.
• Develop solutions by preparing and evaluating alternative workflow solutions.
• Liaise with stakeholders to track additional requirements and features.
• Design data structures to enable optimal data mining abilities.
• Identify patterns and relationships within large amounts of data to predict future trends and make strategic recommendations.
• Determine reasons behind past successes or failures through data analysis.
• Identify outliers and anomalies in the data.
• Turn data into actionable insights to minimize risk, increase revenue, discover new markets, and understand consumer behavior.
• Build AI tools to automate business processes.
• Use statistical techniques and programming software to create algorithms and predictive models.
• Implement best practices for IT operations and data management to ensure reliability, security, and scalability.
• Ensure robust cybersecurity measures across the organisation's digital landscape.
• Develop and implement strategies to mitigate risks and protect sensitive data.
• Minimize system downtime.
• Ensure adherence to industry standards and regulations.
• Research and Development
• Lead research efforts to explore and evaluate new technologies, methodologies, and tools to enhance products, services, and processes.
• Foster a culture of innovation within the technology team and across the organisation.
• Keep abreast of developments in technology, processes, and equipment.
• Project Management
• Manage all technological projects.
• Make quick decisions and solve technical problems for efficient project implementation.
• Present project statuses to stakeholders.
• Communication
• Communicate with employees, stakeholders, and clients to ensure the company’s technologies are used appropriately.
• Manage change and effectively disseminate information to concerned teams for smoother execution.

Key Skills :

• Technical acumen
• Growth mindset
• Forward-thinking
• Business savvy
• Action-oriented
• Critical thinking
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Conflict management
• Stress tolerance
• Deep understanding of software development, cloud computing, cybersecurity, and emerging technology trends

Qualifications :

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• MBA or other business-related qualifications are a plus
• A minimum of 10 to 15 years of technical experience