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IT Director

30+ days ago 2026/02/19
Saudi nationals
Full time · 10 - 20 Years of Experience
1-9 Employees

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Job description

Role Summary


We are seeking an experienced IT Director to lead technology strategy and delivery within a Fintech environment. The role requires a strong technical leader with hands-on expertise across quality assurance, data analysis, backend, frontend, and full-stack development, combined with proven leadership experience to drive secure, scalable, and compliant digital platforms.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and execute the IT and technology roadmap aligned with business and regulatory requirements in KSA.
  • Manage and develop software engineering, QA, and data teams.
  • Oversee end-to-end software development lifecycle (SDLC) and release management.
  • Ensure strong QA frameworks, test automation, and code quality standards.
  • Guide backend, frontend, and full-stack development with focus on performance, security, and scalability.
  • Oversee data analysis and reporting to support business insights.
  • Ensure compliance with governmental regulations, data privacy, and cybersecurity.
  • Collaborate with executive leadership, product, and compliance teams.


Skills

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT, or related field.
  • Minimum 10 years of IT experience, including QA, data analysis, backend, frontend, and full-stack development.
  • Minimum 2 years in a leadership or management role.
  • Strong understanding of fintech systems, digital payments, APIs, and integrations.
  • Experience with cloud platforms, DevOps, CI/CD, and secure system architectures.
  • Knowledge of KSA regulatory and cybersecurity standards is highly preferred.

Key Competencies

  • Strong technical leadership and team management
  • Strategic thinking with hands-on mindset
  • High attention to quality, security, and compliance
  • Excellent stakeholder and communication skills



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Preferred candidate

Years of experience
10 - 20 years
Nationality
Saudi Arabia
Degree
Bachelor's degree / higher diploma
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