Chief Technology Officer

Position Title: Chief Technology Officer (Multi Country) – Islamic Banking

Employment Type: Full Time

Salary:Depending on experience and qualifications plus competitive family benefits, allowance and bonus structure

Job Location:Flexible in base location

About the Client:

One of the leading global institutions with strong regional presence across the UAE, Bahrain, and Sudan, known for driving innovation in Islamic and corporate banking.

Job Description:

• Define and lead the Group’s technology strategy across Sudan, UAE, Bahrain, and subsidiaries. Oversee digital banking growth, modernize core banking platforms, and integrate fintech solutions with emerging technologies like AI/ML, blockchain, RPA, and open banking APIs.
• Manage group-wide IT infrastructure (data centers, cloud, networks, disaster recovery), enforce unified governance, and optimize multi-million-dollar budgets. Establish robust cybersecurity frameworks, deploy zero-trust security, and ensure regulatory compliance across jurisdictions.
• Foster a culture of digital innovation, lead and mentor IT teams across multiple markets, and partner with HR to recruit, retain, and upskill top talent.
• Build strong relationships with regulators, auditors, and external partners. Manage global vendor contracts, fintech partnerships, and technology SLAs.

Qualifications:

• candidates with fluency in English
• Must have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or related field; MBA or equivalent executive qualification is an advantage
• 15 years of experience in multi-country banking operations or financial services technology (preferably in Southern African market or similar regions) including at least 7 years in a group or regional leadership role.
• Strong expertise in core banking platforms (Azentio, Temenos, Finacle, Flexcube), financial messaging & APIs (ISO 20022, SWIFT), cybersecurity frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, FFIEC), cloud computing, AI/ML, blockchain, open banking APIs, and RPA is a must.