Head of Data Technology

- Lead the full product management lifecycle of a new suite of technologies and oversee the team responsible for delivering it;

- Oversee the data technology roadmaps of assets and drives the adoption of cutting-edge technologies across the Group;

- Utilize experience in Agile organizations to lead, develop, and inspire an Agile delivery team of data engineers, architects, devops engineers’ data operations engineers and data analysts. Foster a culture of innovation and excellence;

- Develop and manage the Holding’s data technology roadmap, including requirements, resources, time, cost, quality, risks, and communications, ensuring alignment with the strategic objectives of companies within the Group;

- Provides guidance to the central and local data platform teams on technological decisions. Explores and implements Generative AI (GenAI) capabilities within the platform to unlock new opportunities. Ensures the smooth operation of the central data platform by managing and prioritizing issues and tasks for the central platform support team;

- Act as a trusted data technology advisor for the C-level executives of the Holding and strategic assets. Leads the design and implementation of Group-wide strategic data and analytics-related initiatives and participate in development of the data and analytics capabilities at various companies within Group.

- Extensive experience in a senior data technology leadership or relevant leadership role;

- Proven track record of leading full product management lifecycles for complex technology solutions;

- Strong understanding of data architecture, data technologies, and data exchange platforms;

- Deep knowledge of Agile methodologies and experience leading Agile teams;

- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with C-level executives and other senior leaders;

- Fluency in Azerbaijani and/or English is required; knowledge of Russian is a plus;

- Experience with Generative AI (GenAI) technologies and their applications not mandatory but as a plus.