Head of Technology & Digital Delivery

About the role

Tanweel, Saudi Arabia’s first SAMA‑licensed financing aggregator, is seeking a senior technology leader to define and execute its technology vision. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will drive digital transformation, ensure regulatory compliance, and deliver secure, scalable platforms that enable faster financing for customers.

Key responsibilities

• Define and implement the technology strategy and roadmap aligned with business goals.
• Lead software engineering, digital delivery, cloud infrastructure, and enterprise IT operations.
• Champion Agile, DevOps, automation, and modern engineering practices to accelerate delivery.
• Build secure, resilient platforms that support sustainable growth.
• Oversee cybersecurity initiatives and ensure compliance with SAMA, NCA, PDPL and other regulations.
• Manage technology vendors, system integrations and the technology budget.
• Collaborate with Product, Operations, Risk, Compliance and executive teams to create measurable business value.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Software Engineering or related field (Master’s a plus).
• 5+ years of IT experience, including at least 2 years in a technology leadership role.
• Proven leadership across software development, cloud infrastructure, IT operations and cybersecurity.
• Experience in FinTech, banking or other regulated financial services.

Required skills

• Agile methodology
• DevOps practices
• Automation tools
• Software engineering
• Cloud infrastructure
• IT operations
• Cybersecurity