Chief Technology Officer

Aj Personnel; Durban; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Durban seeks a Chief Technology Officer to drive technology innovation and financial management. The successful candidate will develop and execute a technology strategy, manage product lifecycles and uphold compliance with regulatory standards. Ideal applicants hold advanced qualifications and possess extensive experience in product engineering and technology leadership.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years in product engineering, technology leadership, or R&D.
• At least 5 years in a leadership or managerial role.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a technology strategy aligned with business goals.
• Oversee product lifecycles through to commercialization, including IoT-enabled devices.
• Manage the investment/technology budget and vendor relationships.

Skills

Embedded systems

IoT architecture

Communication protocols

Metering standards

Financial Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Master's degree in Engineering, Technology Management, or MBA

Job description

Minimum RequirementsBachelor's degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (mandatory)Master's degree in Engineering, Technology Management, or MBA (preferred)Minimum 15 years in product engineering, technology leadership, or R&DAt least 5 years in a leadership or managerial role overseeing a teamProven experience with embedded systems, IoT architecture, communication protocols, or metering standardsValid drivers licenceResponsibilitiesTechnology InnovationDevelop and implement a technology strategy aligned to the companys business strategyBuild strong relationships with customers and provide first in-class technologies that meet their requirementsIdentify opportunities for the company to grow its product catalogue through developing, co-developing and buying new technologiesChampion innovation programs to maintain a competitive edge in the smart utility space (electricity, water, and gas metering)Oversee the product lifecycles through to commercialization, including IoT-enabled devices, mobile platforms, and utility softwareAdvise on product architecture and design to ensure modularity, cybersecurity, scalability, and cost efficiencyCollaborate with Sales and Operations to ensure solutions meet customer requirements and service-level expectationsEnsure full compliance with regulatory standards, including ICASA, STS Association, cybersecurity protocols, and international export controlsRepresent the company at industry forums, standardization bodies, and client engagements to position the company as a Technology LeaderFinancial ManagementDevelop and manage the investment / technology budget, resource planning, and vendor relationshipsManage capital expenditure and ensure ROI alignment with business goalsProvide regular reports to the CEO and board, highlighting performance insights, strategic opportunities, and challengesCorporate ContributionCommunicate and promote the technology strategy, vision, mission and values of the companyWork with the Leadership team to achieve common goals for the benefit of the companyUnderstand, promote and take responsibility for compliance with relevant laws, regulations, codes and organisational standardsMaintain professional and effective working relationships with internal and external customers and suppliersIdentify opportunities for best practice and continuous improvement and communicate these effectively with the Leadership team TO APPLY : Only if you meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV.Please Apply Online and complete your registration via our website to enable and protect you as a candidate and to accept the new POPIA terms and conditions.This will then create your permanent profile with which you can apply for all jobs as advertised by AJ PERSONNEL.However, you may remove your profile from AJ PERSONNEL when you are no longer in the job market.Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the minimum requirements will not be considered for the respective position.Note our clients may expire jobs at their own discretion.AJ PERSONNEL will only respond to shortlisted candidates.If you have not received a response within two weeks from applying, your application was then unsuccessful for that specific position, however your profile remains on our system for future opportunities.

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Chief Technology Officer • Durban, KwaZulu-Natal