Proten is an international Human Capital Development firm that offers a wide range of Training, Coaching and Consulting services to individuals, small businesses and corporate and governmental organisations. Our client base spreads across Europe and Africa with head offices in London, United Kingdom and Lagos, Nigeria. Human Capital is undoubtedly one of the most important elements of success in any organisation today. Developing human capital requires creating and cultivating environments in which human beings can rapidly learn and apply new ideas, competencies, skills, behaviours and attitudes. Proten International assists organisations across Europe and Africa in providing opportunities for people to create shared understanding, explore new ideas and apply them. The tools for creating these opportunities include training, facilitation, coaching and consulting. Our focus is to create an enabling environment for businesses and organisations to start - up and thrive through a range of business development services. We also work with Corporate and Governmental organisations to optimize their productivity and performance through a range of advisory, consulting and other services. We aim to understand the needs of every organisation and its people and work hand-in-hand with them to fulfil them. We strongly believe that a highly performing and productive workforce will lead to a profitable organisation.
Job Description
As the CTO, you will be responsible for overseeing all technical aspects of the company. You will work with the executive team to grow the company through the use of technological resources. Using an active and practical approach, you will direct all employees in the Products, IT and development departments to attain the company’s strategic goals established in the company’s strategic plan.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
- Technology Strategy and Vision: Develop and implement the technical aspect of the company’s strategy to ensure alignment with its business goals.
- Product Development: Oversee all system design and changes in system architecture. Lead the design, development, and deployment of innovative digital payment solutions.
- Team Leadership: Recruit, manage, and mentor the IT and engineering team. Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and customer-centric development.
- Collaboration: Work closely with other departments (product, operations, sales, marketing) to define and deliver new products and enhancements.
- Security and Compliance: Ensure the security of company data and digital transactions. Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
- Innovation and Research: Stay abreast of new technologies and fintech trends. Evaluate and implement new technologies that yield competitive advantage.
- Budget Management: Manage technology budgets and timeframes. Optimizespendingand resource allocation.
- Stakeholder Communication: Communicate technology strategy to partners and investors.
Qualifications
- Proven experience as a CTO, Head of Technology, or similar leadership role in a fintech or digital payments company.
- Extensive experience with system architecture, backend and frontend development, and cloud technologies.
- Strong knowledge of data analytics, cybersecurity, and financial regulations.
- Experience in project management, product management, and agile methodologies.
- Excellent leadership and team management skills.
- Outstanding communication and presentation abilities.
- BSc/BA in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; MBA or other relevantgraduate degree is a plus.
- Hands-on experience with payment processing systems and financial transactionsecurity.
- Familiarity with blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies.
- Experience in scaling tech operations in a startup environment.
- Knowledge of machine learning and AI applications in fintech.
Additional Information
- Hybrid work environment.
- The standard hours of 8am-5pm; however, some additional hours may be requestedwhen necessary to address business demands and priorities.
- Other Benefits
- Be part of a dynamic, driven team with strong career progression and theopportunity to grow with the business. A startup atmosphere in an establishedcompany environment with flat hierarchies – meaning you’ll be expected, andencouraged, to contribute your ideas.
- A collaborative working culture with regular brainstorms, stand-ups andinter- departmental gatherings.
- Training and development budgets which can be used for relevant training and courses to ensure continuous professional development.
- A great company culture with regular social activities, tech talks and healthandcharity initiatives.
- Access to health insurance scheme.
- Employer pension contribution.
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