Chief Technology Officer

Msp Staffing Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1 200 000 - 2 000 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Johannesburg seeks a Chief Technology Officer to drive technology vision and innovation. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in AI, cloud computing, and digital transformation, ensuring alignment with business goals and regulatory compliance. This role requires strategic leadership and a deep understanding of the healthcare and pharmaceuticals sectors.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of leadership experience in technology, data management, and digital transformation.
• Experience in pharmaceuticals, healthcare, life sciences, or consumer health preferred.
• Knowledge of data governance structures and regulatory compliance (POPIA and SAHPRA).

Responsibilities

• Shape and execute clients' technology vision to enhance operational efficiency.
• Align technology with clients' global expansion strategy and long-term business goals.
• Work closely with executive leadership team.

Skills

AI

Cloud Computing

Cybersecurity

Data Analytics

Digital Transformation

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, AI, Data Science, or a related field

MBA

Tools

Enterprise Data Warehousing (EDW)

ERP

CRM

Job description

The CTO will be responsible for shaping and executing our clients' technology vision to enhance operational efficiency, innovation, and competitiveness.

The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker, a hands-on leader, and an expert in AI, cloud computing, cybersecurity, and data analytics.

You will report directly to the CEO and work closely with the executive leadership team to ensure that technology aligns with our clients' global expansion strategy, regulatory compliance, and long-term business goals.

Key Requirements

1. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, AI, Data Science, or a related field.
2. An MBA is a plus.
3. Minimum 10 years of leadership experience in technology, data management, and digital transformation, preferably in pharmaceuticals, healthcare, life sciences, or consumer health.
4. Experience with Enterprise Data Warehousing (EDW) and data governance structures.
5. Proficiency in AI, big data, and machine learning applications in business.
6. Knowledge of ERP, CRM, and cloud-based digital infrastructure.
7. Understanding of cybersecurity, data privacy, and regulatory compliance (POPIA and SAHPRA).

If you meet the requirements for this position, please email your CV to [email address].

You can also contact the IT team at XXX-XXXX or visit our website at [website URL]. When replying to the advert, please include the reference number in the subject line.

Correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates.

If you do not hear from us within 3 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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