Associate Director - Core Digital and Platform (Back End Focus)

Description

Associate Director – Core Digital and Platform (Back End focus) is responsible to lead our digital transformation initiatives and oversee the development and management of our core technology platforms. He/she will be responsible for shaping the strategy, architecture, and roadmap for our digital platforms, ensuring their alignment with business goals and driving innovation to enhance our digital presence.

Define and communicate a comprehensive digital strategy that supports business growth, customer engagement, and operational efficiency.
Lead the development, enhancement, and management of core digital platforms, ensuring they meet performance, scalability, and security requirements.
Design and oversee the architecture of digital platforms, ensuring modularity, extensibility, and seamless integration with other systems.
Stay informed about emerging digital trends, technologies, and best practices to drive innovation and continuous improvement.
Collaborate closely with product managers, engineering teams, and stakeholders to gather requirements, prioritize initiatives, and ensure seamless integration.
Evaluate, select, and manage external vendors and partners to enhance platform capabilities and support business needs.
Provide guidance and direction to technical teams, ensuring successful development, implementation, and maintenance of platform solutions.
Engage with executive leadership, business units, and external partners to communicate platform updates, progress, and future plans.
Define and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success and effectiveness of digital platforms.
Identify potential risks and challenges, develop mitigation strategies, and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Requirements

Master’s or Bachelor's in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related field.
At least 15 years proven experience in leading digital transformation initiatives and managing technology platforms.
Strong understanding of digital strategy, platform architecture, and related processes.
Excellent leadership skills with a track record of leading cross-functional teams and driving successful platform initiatives.
Strategic mindset with the ability to translate business goals into actionable digital strategies and initiatives.
Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and project management tools.
Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
Familiarity with cloud platforms, APIs, and emerging technologies is advantageous.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work well in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems and make informed decisions in a rapidly changing landscape.
Fluent in English communication