Interim Chief Technology Officer - Media & Technology Industry

Our client who is in the media and technology industry is looking for a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) who will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing the company's technology strategy, with a primary focus on transitioning the systems to the cloud and expanding their business footprint globally. The leadership, technical expertise, and business acumen will be instrumental in driving innovation, scalability, and operational efficiency across the organization.

Responsibilities :

1. Entrepreneurial Leadership

- Lead a high-performing technology team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

- Provide strategic guidance, mentorship, and professional development opportunities to team members.

- Define and enforce best practices, standards, and processes to ensure efficient and effective delivery of technology solutions.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management, engineering, operations, and business development, to align technology initiatives with organizational goals.

2. Cloud Transformation

- Architect and execute a comprehensive cloud migration strategy, leveraging industry-leading cloud platforms and services.

- Ensure the scalability, security, and reliability of cloud infrastructure and applications.

- Drive the adoption of cloud-native technologies and agile development practices to improve operational efficiency and speed to market.

- Define and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of cloud transformation initiatives.

3. Execute Technology Strategy

- Develop and communicate a comprehensive technology strategy aligned with business goals and transformation objectives.

- Drive the successful migration of infrastructure from on-premises to the cloud, ensuring a smooth and seamless transition.

- Implement scalable and agile technology solutions that support the company's growth and international expansion plans.

- Continuously assess emerging technologies, industry trends, and competitive landscape to identify opportunities for innovation and business growth.

4. Global Expansion

- Collaborate with business development and marketing teams to assess global markets and devise strategies for market entry and expansion.

- Oversee the development and deployment of localized technology solutions to meet the unique needs and regulatory requirements of target international markets.

- Establish partnerships with technology vendors, service providers, and local stakeholders to facilitate global expansion.

Requirements :

- Proven experience as a CTO or a senior technology leadership role within a media or technology company who has demonstrated though leadership and has guided CTO's through technology transformation

- Experience in Playout & Distribution, Content Supply Chain, Post Production & OTT will be an advantage

- Strong track record of successfully leading and executing technology transformations, particularly in migrating from on-premises to cloud-based infrastructure.

- Extensive knowledge of cloud computing platforms, such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, and expertise in cloud migration strategies and best practices.

- Experience in expanding business operations and establishing a global presence in multiple markets

- Solid understanding of media technology trends, including streaming, content management, data analytics, or AI/ML applications

- Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and influence cross-functional teams

- Strong business acumen and strategic thinking, with the ability to align technology initiatives with organizational objectives

- Proven experience in managing technology budgets and delivering results within allocated resources.

The position reports to the CEO