Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
Full Time - Hybrid @ITJobs.lk posted 1 week ago in IT Management & Consulting , in Project & Product Management Shortlist Email JobJob Description
Our client, a premier leader in the Sri Lankan IT landscape, is seeking a visionary Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to spearhead their technological evolution. This is a high-impact leadership role designed for a strategic thinker who can bridge the gap between complex engineering and large-scale business objectives in the Fintech space.
The Role
As the CTO, you will be the primary architect of the company’s technical strategy. You will lead a high-performing engineering team, oversee the development of cutting-edge Fintech products, and ensure that the technology stack is scalable, secure, and future-ready.
Key Responsibilities
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Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute a long-term technology roadmap aligned with the company’s business goals.
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Fintech Innovation: Drive the development of secure, high-transaction financial platforms, ensuring compliance with global and local regulatory standards.
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Team Mentorship: Lead, inspire, and grow a multi-disciplinary engineering department, fostering a culture of excellence and agility.
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Stakeholder Management: Act as the technical face of the company, communicating complex strategies to the board, investors, and partners.
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Infrastructure & Security: Oversee cloud architecture, cybersecurity protocols, and disaster recovery strategies to ensure 99.9% uptime for financial services.
Qualifications & Experience
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Fintech Expertise: Significant prior experience within the Fintech domain is mandatory (Digital Banking, Payments, Wallets, or Lending platforms).
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Proven Leadership: 15+ years of experience in IT, with at least 5+ years in a senior leadership role (CTO, Head of Engineering, /Technology).
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Technical Depth: Deep understanding of scalable microservices, cloud-native architecture (AWS/Azure), and data security.
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Strategic Mindset: Proven ability to manage large-scale budgets, resource forecasting, and vendor relationships.
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Education: A Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. MBA or relevant leadership certifications are a plus.
Why Join?
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Hybrid Flexibility: Enjoy a balance of high-level collaboration at a state-of-the-art office and the autonomy of remote work.
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Influence: Absolute ownership of the technology stack and product direction.
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Competitive Package: A top-tier executive compensation package, including performance incentives and benefits.