Head of Technology

Job Title: Head of Technology
Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

**Job Type**: Full-Time
About I am working exclusively with a leading a dynamic and rapidly growing software company based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. They are dedicated to providing innovative software solutions to clients worldwide. They are seeking an experienced and visionary Head of Technology to lead their technical teams and drive the development of cutting-edge software products.
**Job Description**:
As the Head of Technology, you will be responsible for shaping their technical strategy and ensuring the successful development and delivery of software products. You will play a pivotal role in driving innovation, improving software quality, and leading a high-performing technical team.
Key Responsibilities:

- **Technology Strategy**: Develop and execute a comprehensive technology strategy that aligns with the company’s business goals and ensures long-term success and growth.
- **Technical Leadership**: Lead and mentor technical teams, including software developers, engineers, and architects, to foster collaboration, innovation, and excellence.
- **Product Development**: Oversee the entire software development lifecycle, from concept to deployment, ensuring high-quality, on-time, and on-budget project delivery.
- **Innovation**: Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies, and identify opportunities to integrate new technologies to enhance our software products.
- **Quality Assurance**: Establish and implement best practices for software development, quality assurance, and testing to maintain the highest standards of software quality.
- **Resource Management**: Manage the allocation of resources, including personnel, budgets, and technology infrastructure, to support the development of software products.
- **Cross-Functional Collaboration**: Collaborate with product management, sales, and customer support teams to ensure that software development efforts meet customer needs and market demands.
- **Security and Compliance**: Ensure software security and compliance with industry standards, regulations, and data protection requirements.
- **Vendor Relationships**: Manage relationships with technology vendors, negotiate contracts, and oversee the procurement of software development tools and platforms.
- **Reporting and Monitoring**: Implement key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure the effectiveness of technology initiatives and report to the executive leadership team.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. A master’s degree or relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, CTO) is a plus.
- Proven experience in a senior technical leadership role within a software development environment, preferably in a managerial or executive capacity.
- Strong understanding of software development methodologies, best practices, and technologies.
- Excellent leadership and people management skills, with a track record of building and leading high-performing technical teams.
- Strategic thinking and the ability to translate business needs into technology solutions.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Why Join?
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Opportunity to lead technology initiatives for a rapidly growing software company.
- Access to cutting-edge technologies and a commitment to innovation.
- Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
- Career growth and development opportunities within a forward-thinking organization.