Chief Technology Officer – Gaming, Betting, & Gambling Job – Competitive Salary – Johannesburg,[...]

Initiate International; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1 000 000 - 1 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading PAN African sports betting platform in Johannesburg is seeking a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) who will oversee the Group Technology function. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in a tech role, including at least 3 years in a senior management position. Responsibilities include delivering innovative features, managing technology teams, and aligning technical strategy with business goals. Passion for mentorship and strong communication skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years' experience in a tech role, and 3+ years in leadership.
• Strong technical software development pedigree.
• Experience in the Sports Betting industry.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Group Technology function.
• Deliver new features that add value for customers.
• Manage and mentor senior technical leaders.

Skills

Agile delivery

Team management

Technical delivery

Mentorship

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in information technology or related field

Job description

Overview

We have an amazing career opportunity for a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to join a leading PAN African sports betting platform at their offices in Johannesburg.

You will need be a thought leader in agile delivery and have demonstrable experience in managing and building teams in a fast-paced environment.

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Responsibilities

• Responsible for the oversight, management and direction of the Group Technology function
• Ensuring the strategic aims of the Group are fulfilled and that the strategic vision of the Board is communicated and understood
• Involved in all areas of business strategy and responsible for the ongoing alignment of technical delivery and operations
• Consistently and frequently delivering new features that add demonstrable value for customers and respond to their needs
• Overall ownership of and accountability for system architecture, team processes and delivery of technical solutions
• Collaborating with the Senior Management team to help define and deliver on short term goals and longer-term roadmap
• Communicating technology strategy and their roadmap to stakeholders
• Structuring and managing technology teams
• Managing and mentoring our next generation of senior technical leaders
• Advising on technological options available to address business problems, providing timely advice on the feasibility
• Ensuring that the impact of internal tools and external features is always measurable

Requirements

• At least 7-10 years' experience in a tech role, and 3+ years in senior management or leadership role
• Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or related field
• A solid track record of delivery with multiple development streams
• In depth understanding of the Sports Betting industry
• Strong technical software development pedigree
• Gaming industry experience highly advantageous

Successful track record of managing large technology teams

• Active, hands-on leader, able to both define strategy and engage others at all levels in operational delivery
• Passion for mentorship and developing individuals through feedback and coaching
• Excellent communicator, able to be the translation layer between the technology function and the senior management team, in both directions