Head of Applications: Fintech & Banking Tech Leader

Deka Minas (Pty) Ltd; Johannesburg; Vor Ort; ZAR 1.200.000 - 1.600.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Annual bonus

Performance bonus

Zusammenfassung

Deka Minas (Pty) Ltd in Johannesburg is seeking a Head of Applications to shape and lead technology initiatives across the business. You will build strong relationships with management, translate strategy into deliverable IT plans, and ensure alignment with governance and compliance.

You will oversee application portfolios, drive customer-centric solutions, manage budgets, and mentor cross-functional teams while evaluating emerging technologies such as AI and data security to future-proof the

Qualifikationen

• Senior leader in applications management within banking/fintech.
• At least 10 years in analytics, BI, data architecture and data strategy.
• Strong stakeholder management abilities.
• Expertise in AI, ML, data security and software development (C programming advantageous).
• Ability to develop and execute strategic IT plans.
• Experience managing budgets and leading cross-functional teams.
• Excellent decision‑making, analytical and communication skills.

Aufgaben

• Develop and implement IT strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Lead design and delivery of customer-centric applications.
• Manage budgets and allocate resources effectively.
• Oversee IT governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks.
• Lead internal and external development teams to upgrade and develop platforms.
• Establish relationships with vendors, partners and internal teams for optimal tech decisions.
• Monitor KPIs and analytics to inform strategy.
• Research emerging technologies including AI/ML and data security practices.
• Drive policies and frameworks to boost sales and profits.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Stakeholder mgmt

Data architecture

Data strategy

Analytics

BI

AI/ML

Data security

Software dev

C programming

Strategic IT planning

Budget management

Cross-functional teams

Communication

Tools

Cloud platforms

Jobbeschreibung

Deka Minas (Pty) Ltd in Johannesburg is seeking a Head of Applications to shape and lead technology initiatives across the business. You will build strong relationships with management, translate strategy into deliverable IT plans, and ensure alignment with governance and compliance.

You will oversee application portfolios, drive customer-centric solutions, manage budgets, and mentor cross-functional teams while evaluating emerging technologies such as AI and data security to future-proof the