CTO: Architect of Digital Transformation & Cloud

ATS Client; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

ATS Client in Cape Town seeks a strategic CTO/IT leader to drive a high‑impact digital transformation and build a modern, scalable technology ecosystem. You will set the technology vision, lead automation, real‑time insights, and scalable growth, acting as the central authority on data and architecture.

You will oversee data platforms, BI dashboards, and integrated systems across finance, operations, payroll, and more, delivering meaningful business outcomes through cross‑functional

Qualifications

• Must have 8+ years in technology leadership roles.
• Proven success in digital transformation and cloud adoption.
• Strong experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure or GCP).
• Background in data architecture, engineering and integrations.
• Exposure to BI tools (Power BI or similar).
• Experience integrating complex systems into unified environments.
• Understanding governance, security and compliance frameworks.
• Ability to translate business needs into scalable tech solutions.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the technology vision aligned to business strategy.
• Lead digital transformation and cloud-first initiatives.
• Build a centralized data platform with real‑time insights.
• Oversee cross‑functional teams and system integrations.
• Governance, security, and compliance across tech landscape.

Skills

Leadership

Digital transformation

Cloud platforms

Data architecture

BI tools

Systems integration

Education

Degree in CS/Engineering/IT

Tools

APIs

ETL

Job description

ATS Client in Cape Town seeks a strategic CTO/IT leader to drive a high‑impact digital transformation and build a modern, scalable technology ecosystem. You will set the technology vision, lead automation, real‑time insights, and scalable growth, acting as the central authority on data and architecture.

You will oversee data platforms, BI dashboards, and integrated systems across finance, operations, payroll, and more, delivering meaningful business outcomes through cross‑functional