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Job Summary

Our client is looking for a Chief Technology Officer.

Responsibilities:

Technological Strategy Develop and communicate the company`s technology strategy. Collaborate closely with cross-functional team members to align technology initiatives with business goals. Advocate for the adoption of innovative solutions to drive digital transformation initiatives. Stay abreast of technology trends and emerging technologies, assessing their relevance to the business, and recommending innovative solutions. Forge strategic partnerships with technology vendors, startups, and industry leaders to explore new business opportunities. Leadership Lead and manage the technology team, including software developers, data scientists, business analysts, and other IT professionals. Provide guidance, mentorship, and resources to ensure efficient and effective project execution. Create and manage technology budgets, allocating resources optimally to support various initiatives while maintaining financial discipline. Technical Management Oversee the design, development, and maintenance of the companys technology infrastructure, systems, and networks. Ensure alignment of print operations and systems to enhance the integrated service offering to clients. Monitor key performance indicators and budgets to assess technological performance. Assess technical risks and develop a business continuity plan. Evaluate the profitability and efficiency of technology investments. Product Platforms Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive the development of technology products and systems aligned with business goals, such as DAM and PIMS. Oversee the entire product lifecycle, from concept to launch. Drive new product launches or feature updates, demonstrating the companys commitment to innovation. Ensure the efficient utilization of platforms and systems across the business to derive ROI. Systems Manage the system infrastructure to ensure functionality and efficiency. Achieve technological excellence by identifying opportunities for the integration of key systems and securing operational synergies. Develop solutions by preparing and evaluating alternative workflow solutions. Liaise with stakeholders to track additional requirements and features. Drive continuous improvement. Business Intelligence Design data structures to enable optimal data mining abilities. Identify patterns and relationships within large amounts of data to predict future trends and make strategic recommendations. Determine reasons behind past successes or failures through data analysis. Identify outliers and anomalies in the data. Turn data into actionable insights to minimize risk, increase revenue, discover new markets, and understand consumer behavior. Build AI tools to automate business processes. Use statistical techniques and programming software to create algorithms and predictive models. IT Implement best practices for IT operations and data management to ensure reliability, security, and scalability. Ensure robust cybersecurity measures across the organisation`s digital landscape. Develop and implement strategies to mitigate risks and protect sensitive data. Minimize system downtime. Ensure adherence to industry standards and regulations. Research and Development Lead research efforts to explore and evaluate new technologies, methodologies, and tools to enhance products, services, and processes. Foster a culture of innovation within the technology team and across the organisation. Keep abreast of developments in technology, processes, and equipment. Project Management Manage all technological projects. Make quick decisions and solve technical problems for efficient project implementation. Present project statuses to stakeholders. Communication Communicate with employees, stakeholders, and clients to ensure the companys technologies are used appropriately. Manage change and effectively disseminate information to concerned teams for smoother execution. Key Skills: Technical acumen Growth mindset Forward-thinking Leadership skills Business savvy Communication skills Action-oriented Critical thinking Problem-solving and decision-making skills Conflict management Stress tolerance Deep understanding of software development, cloud computing, cybersecurity, and emerging technology trends Qualifications: Bachelor`s or Master`s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field MBA or other business-related qualifications are a plus A minimum of 10 to 15 years of technical experience

Chief Technology Officer position available in eThekwini, Durban. This job position was posted by . The job has been posted on 2024-06-29 in the It Computing Software category

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