Our client, a leading financial institution, is looking for a Digital Technology Delivery and Software Engineering Director who will be responsible for overseeing the strategic planning, execution, and delivery of digital technology initiatives within the organization. This role will require a deep understanding of financial services, as well as expertise in software engineering principles and methodologies.
Responsibilities:
Lead the digital technology delivery function to ensure successful implementation and delivery of strategic initiatives, while maintaining a focus on quality, scalability, and security.
Collaborate with other business and technology leaders to define the digital technology roadmap aligned with the company's overall strategy and objectives.
Provide thought leadership and technical expertise to guide the development and implementation of innovative digital solutions, leveraging emerging technologies in the financial services industry.
Manage a team of software engineers and technology professionals, providing clear direction, coaching, and mentorship to drive high performance and foster a culture of innovation.
Develop and implement best practices for software engineering and delivery processes, including agile methodologies, automated testing, continuous integration, and continuous delivery.
Establish and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, ensuring ongoing collaboration, effective communication, and successful partnerships.
Stay informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes that impact digital technology and software engineering in the financial services sector.
Collaborate with Enterprise Architecture on firm-wide architecture strategy and implement platform roadmaps.
Monitor and control project budgets, timelines, and resources to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budgetary guidelines.
Collaborate with external vendors and partners to ensure alignment, effective coordination, and successful delivery of outsourced technology projects.
Drive a culture of innovation, creativity, and continuous improvement within the digital technology and software engineering teams.
Requirements:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
Extensive experience in digital technology delivery, preferably within the financial services industry.
Proven track record of managing large-scale software development projects, delivering innovative solutions, and driving successful outcomes.
In-depth knowledge of software engineering principles, methodologies, and best practices, including agile development, DevOps, and CI/CD.
Experience in delivering digital projects in a cloud environment, ideally with a hybrid cloud setup.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence and inspire a wide range of stakeholders.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills in English, with the ability to effectively present complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
Up-to-date knowledge of emerging technologies, industry trends, and regulatory requirements in the financial services sector.
Experience managing and leading high-performing teams, with a focus on fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple competing priorities.
Relevant certifications, such as PMP, CSM, or other agile and software engineering certifications, are a plus.