Chief Technology Officer (Multi Country) – Islamic Banking

Job description / Role

Position Title: Chief Technology Officer (Multi Country) – Islamic Banking
Employment Type: Full Time
Salary: Depending on experience and qualifications plus competitive family benefits, allowance and bonus structure
Job Location: Flexible in base location (preferably from Sudan, UAE or Bahrain)

About the Client:
One of the leading global institutions with strong regional presence across the UAE, Bahrain, and Sudan, known for driving innovation in Islamic and corporate banking.

Job Description:
• Define and lead the Group’s technology strategy across Sudan, UAE, Bahrain, and subsidiaries. Oversee digital banking growth, modernize core banking platforms, and integrate fintech solutions with emerging technologies like AI/ML, blockchain, RPA, and open banking APIs.
• Manage group-wide IT infrastructure (data centers, cloud, networks, disaster recovery), enforce unified governance, and optimize multi-million-dollar budgets. Establish robust cybersecurity frameworks, deploy zero-trust security, and ensure regulatory compliance across jurisdictions.
• Foster a culture of digital innovation, lead and mentor IT teams across multiple markets, and partner with HR to recruit, retain, and upskill top talent.
• Build strong relationships with regulators, auditors, and external partners. Manage global vendor contracts, fintech partnerships, and technology SLAs.

• Open to Male candidates with fluency in both English and Arabic, preferably between 40 to 50 years old
• Must have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or related field; MBA or equivalent executive qualification is an advantage
• 15 years of experience in multi-country banking operations or financial services technology (preferably in MENA or similar regions) including at least 7 years in a group or regional leadership role.
• Strong expertise in core banking platforms (Azentio, Temenos, Finacle, Flexcube), financial messaging & APIs (ISO 20022, SWIFT), cybersecurity frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, FFIEC), cloud computing, AI/ML, blockchain, open banking APIs, and RPA is a must.

About the Company

RTC-1 Employment Services is a licensed recruitment firm based in Dubai, UAE. Our team has been in the market since 2004 and we are supporting various industries with their staffing needs across the Middle East and Africa.