Head Of Technology

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

Job summary

A leading iGaming company in South Africa is seeking a visionary Head of Technology to drive innovation and lead multi-disciplinary teams. The ideal candidate should have over 10 years of software development experience, including senior leadership in the iGaming sector, and strong skills in C# and Azure. This is a pivotal role to shape the future of iGaming and offers a chance to make a significant strategic impact.

Benefits

Opportunity to lead innovation in iGaming

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in software development, with 3+ years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven expertise within the iGaming sector.
• Strong hands-on background in C# /.NET.
• Advanced knowledge of Azure cloud services and microservices.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the technical vision aligned with commercial goals.
• Manage the full software development lifecycle and ensure quality.
• Lead and mentor developers, fostering a culture of collaboration.
• Translate regulatory requirements into technical solutions.

Skills

Software development leadership

C# / .NET

Azure cloud services

Microservices architecture

CI/CD pipelines

Business Intelligence strategy

Team mentoring and coaching

Communication skills

Tools

Azure DevOps

.NET Core / 6

WebAPI

SQL

Umbraco

Job description

The Opportunity Our client, a leader in the iGaming industry, is seeking a visionary Head of Technology to take charge of their technology strategy and execution.

This is a career-defining opportunity to lead multi-disciplinary development teams, drive innovation across platforms, and ensure the delivery of scalable, secure, and resilient enterprise-level software solutions.

This role is designed for a builder, strategist, and innovator who thrives on leading teams, architecting at scale, and shaping solutions that power growth in one of the world's most dynamic industries.

Strategic Leadership

Define and execute the client's technical vision, aligning technology with commercial goals.

Innovation at Scale

Architect next-generation solutions that support expansion into new markets and drive operational excellence.

Team Empowerment

Lead and mentor developers across front-end, back-end, DevOps, and BI, building a culture of collaboration and performance.

End-to-End Ownership

Manage the full software development lifecycle, from design to deployment, while ensuring quality, scalability, and security.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide clear technical direction, architecture, and governance across all development initiatives.
• Inspire, coach, and grow technical teams, fostering both technical and soft skills.
• Champion best practices in coding, testing, and automation.
• Collaborate with EXCO, product owners, project managers, BI, and UX teams to align solutions with business needs.
• Oversee infrastructure strategy, CI/CD pipelines, and Azure-based deployments.
• Translate regulatory and operational requirements into robust technical solutions.

Ideal Profile

• 10+ years experience in software development, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven expertise within the iGaming sector (B2B and/or B2C software solutions).
• Strong hands-on background in C# /.NET
• NET Core / 6, WebAPI, SQL, and Umbraco (or other CMS).
• Advanced knowledge of Azure cloud services, event-driven architecture, and microservices.
• Experienced in Business Intelligence strategy, data pipelines, dashboards, and governance.
• Skilled in CI/CD pipelines and automation with tools such as Azure DevOps.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Benefits

This is a rare opportunity to step into a pivotal leadership role with a client that is shaping the future of iGaming.

If you are an accomplished technology leader ready to make a strategic impact, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and help drive the next era of digital innovation.