Head Of Technology

Initiate International; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading force in the iGaming and Sports Betting sector is seeking a Head of Technology to drive tech strategy and lead innovation. This pivotal role requires a visionary leader with deep technical expertise and a strong business acumen. You will shape technology strategy, oversee development operations, and foster a culture of collaboration and excellence. Join a fast-paced company in hypergrowth mode, where your impact will be significant in transforming the digital gaming landscape.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in software engineering, 3+ in senior tech leadership.
• Proven track record in large-scale, high-availability systems.

Responsibilities

• Define and deliver the company's long-term technology roadmap.
• Oversee software development and infrastructure.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Technical Excellence

Collaboration

Tools

C# / .NET

Azure

CI/CD

DevOps

Agile

Job description

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Director of Middle East & Africa - M&A Advisory | Business Consulting | Recruitment in iGaming, Fintech & Payments

Step into the arena where speed meets strategy, and technology powers the thrill of the game. Our client, a leading force in the iGaming and Sports Betting space, is on a mission to deliver unforgettable digital experiences to players across the globe. As they scale new heights in product innovation and market expansion, they're looking for a Head of Technology to architect the future — and lead from the front.

This is a pivotal leadership role for a visionary who combines deep technical expertise with business acumen, someone who can drive execution while inspiring a culture of innovation.

You'll have the autonomy to shape technology strategy, the authority to influence business decisions, and the team to turn bold ideas into world-class digital platforms.

What You'll Own

1. Tech Strategy & Vision: Define and deliver the company's long-term technology roadmap, ensuring alignment with business objectives, product evolution, and market expansion.
2. Architecture & Infrastructure: Lead the transition to next-gen architecture, focusing on scalability, security, and cloud-native platforms.
3. Development & Operations: Oversee all aspects of software development and infrastructure — from system design and deployment to monitoring and maintenance.
4. Technical Excellence & Leadership: Drive technical excellence across full-stack development, DevOps, BI/Analytics, and security. Lead and mentor cross-functional teams of engineers, DevOps specialists, and data professionals.
5. Culture & Talent: Champion a collaborative, high-performance culture that encourages learning, ownership, and innovation. Manage hiring strategy and team development to scale tech talent as the business grows.
6. Collaboration & Delivery: Work closely with Product, UX, Data, and Executive leadership to ensure technology supports customer-centric innovation. Manage prioritization, sprint planning, and technical delivery using agile frameworks.
7. Emerging Trends & Technologies: Stay on top of emerging trends, tools, and technologies in cloud computing, gaming platforms, AI/ML, and real-time analytics.
8. Automation & Performance: Champion automation, continuous delivery, and proactive tech debt management. Deliver infrastructure that supports seamless sports betting and gaming experiences, even at peak traffic.

Your Toolkit

• 10+ years in software engineering, including 3+ years in a senior tech leadership role (e.g., Head of Tech, CTO, or Director of Engineering).
• Proven track record delivering large-scale, high-availability systems in real-time digital environments.
• Deep knowledge of C# / .NET, Umbraco, .NET Core, WebAPI, and event-driven microservices.
• Strong experience with cloud platforms (Azure preferred), CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and infrastructure as code.
• Solid understanding of DevOps, Agile methodologies, and software security best practices.
• Experience working with real-time data platforms, analytics, and BI tools.
• Excellent communication skills — able to translate complex tech into clear, actionable insights for business and executive teams.
• A background in iGaming, Sports Betting, or fast-paced, digital-first sectors will be a strong advantage.

Why This Role?

Why Now? You'll be joining a business in hypergrowth mode — one that's hungry to scale globally and ready to invest in best-in-class technology.

The leadership team is forward-thinking, product-focused, and committed to building a tech-first culture where innovation is a priority, not an afterthought.

Here, you're not just maintaining systems — you're shaping the entire digital foundation of a brand that's leading the charge in the gaming industry.

If you're ready to take ownership of tech in a business where the pace is fast, the impact is real, and the opportunities are global — we want to hear from you. Apply now and be part of a journey that's transforming the digital gaming experience, one line of code at a time.