Chief Technology Officer
Chief Technology Officer
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28-06-2025
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Job Description
Our client is a Nigerias top financial intermediary and equipment leasing firm offers flexible leasing loan financing and financial planning. Due to expansion our client is in need of a CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop and execute the companys technology strategy in alignment with business goals and industry trends.
Lead and mentor a team of technology professionals including software developers engineers and IT specialists.
Oversee the development and enhancement of software products and solutions tailored to the finance industrys specific needs. Drive innovation initiatives to explore new technologies improve existing products and create new revenue streams.
Define and maintain the companys technology architecture and infrastructure ensuring scalability reliability and security.
Conduct regular code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards maintain code quality and identify areas for improvement.
Create and maintain technical documentation including system architecture design documents and user guides. Ensure that documentation is accurate up to date and easily accessible.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders including executive leadership product management sales and operations to align technology initiatives with business priorities.
Oversee the planning execution and delivery of technology projects ensuring adherence to timelines budgets and quality standards. Provide regular updates to senior management on project progress risks and issues.
Evaluate vendor proposals negotiate contracts and ensure compliance with service level agreements.
Assess the potential impact of new technologies on business operations and recommend strategic investments.
Lead recruitment efforts to attract top talent to the technology team. Develop and
implement training programs to enhance technical skills leadership capabilities and industry knowledge among team members.
Develop and manage the technology budget ensuring optimal allocation of resources and cost-effective solutions. Monitor expenses identify opportunities for cost savings and justify technology investments to senior management.
Requirements
A bachelors or masters degree in computer science information technology finance or a related field is typically required.
10 years of experience in technology leadership roles with a good background in the finance industry and/or technology solutions.
Strong leadership communication and interpersonal skills. Proven ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams build consensus and drive results in a dynamic environment.
Proficiency in programming languages such as Java C Python or others. Knowledge of software development frameworks and tools database systems and web technologies is also important
JOB REQUIREMENTS A bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, information technology, finance, or a related field is typically required. 10+ years of experience in technology leadership roles, with a good background in the finance industry and/or technology solutions. Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Proven ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams, build consensus, and drive results in a dynamic environment. Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, C++, Python, or others. Knowledge of software development frameworks and tools, database systems, and web technologies is also important
Education
BSC
Employment Type
Full Time
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