Chief Technical Officer/IT Infrastructure Head - BFSI - IIT/NIT/BITS

Role Description:

- Complete ownership and responsibility for acquisition, performance and retention of Technology, Products, IT Development & Infra teams

- Address all Technology and IT needs of the organization (internal, vendor related as well as customer end)

- Develop & execute complete Technology & IT framework and roadmap for the company

- Drive all Tech & IT projects for the company (ERP, CRM, HRIS, Digital Learning,

- eCommerce and functional Legacy Systems as well as their integrations)

- Manage and develop internal teams

- Engage with external vendors and technology associates, as when required

- Risk assessment and timely mitigation with respect to Technology & IT systems of the company

The broad responsibilities of a CTO & IT Infra Head would include but not limited to:

- Program implementation management of various current and forthcoming projects

- Understand requirements for new projects and guide the IT team on project planning,scheduling, reviewing and monitoring of the IT jobs at hand

- Manage project risks, delays, impact on main business as well as mitigation plans

- Put quality and process checks to ensure timely and to satisfaction delivery of all projects

- Build tools and plans for training modules around projects at hand

- Advice corporate leadership about the need for timely investments in IT

- Align the IT vision with the overall business strategy of the organization and be accountable for planning and execution of the IT vision to support business objectives

- Own and deliver IT initiatives and services to all business units and departments (Finance, HR, Marketing, Academic, Business Development, Customer Facing etc)

- Ensure IT projects are function smoothly and efficiently for all employees and customers (i.e. students and parents)

- Devise complete IT framework, technology procedures and practices along with key decision makers of the company

- Set up policies and structures for managing the underlying IT infrastructure including computers, servers, peripherals, telecommunication systems, internet connectivity,software applications, video content, LMS etc.

- Allocate specific roles and responsibilities to IT team

- Manage team needs and requirements, mentor them and infuse a teamwork ethic. As and when required, should be able to jump into the code himself/herself to lead by example and be on top of the work happening in the department

- Work with the management, IT team members and external partners to ensure that the IT infrastructure and digital assets are working efficiently and effectively.

- Plan and Execute for the Short/Medium and Long Range horizons

- To improve profitability through active IT initiatives and services

- Provide inspirational people leadership for the Management & Employees

- Ability to collaborate with a Founder and top management members

Desired Profile:

- A graduate from top engineering college, with high level experience in managing an IT setup

- A minimum of 15 years of operational experience in large organization.

- Candidate with experience in Education services and products will be preferred.

- Must have managerial, operational and administrative experience. Should be able to take quick decisions and ensure smooth running of a promoter driven organization.

- Ability to build teams independently and manage people efficiently in academic & administration team.

The role reports to the Director.

Only candidates with Distributed Network Experience should apply.