Overview
Head of Technology role at Blip.pt. Blip is a leading tech company focused on software engineering solutions for sports entertainment. As part of Flutter Entertainment, we support the Group's goal of becoming the global leader in online sports betting and iGaming, serving over 14 million monthly customers worldwide.
We are serious about Tech, with a people-first mindset and a focus on flexibility to deliver high-quality, scalable products. We value diverse perspectives and aim to create a culture of belonging.
The Role
As a Head of Technology, you’ll partner with leaders to prioritize, create and own roadmaps for Engineering teams across locations and time zones. You’ll drive a vision for your area of responsibility, promote openness and clear feedback, and help deliver high-quality, scalable software with a focus on Operational Excellence. You will design and develop capabilities that address cross-vertical needs.
Delivery
What You’ll Be Doing
* Develop strategies with other heads to reduce bottlenecks and inefficiencies while promoting collaboration
* Produce and deliver a strategic, technical vision, identify gaps in ownership and clarify who will own them
* Define and deliver area strategy/vision for the next 2 years
* Engage with colleagues inside and outside technology to deliver complex, cross-functional initiatives; manage dependencies and prioritise continuous improvement
* Ensure effective operational support with Service Operations and customer support partners
People
* Attract the best talent into the tribe
* Ensure talent development, motivation, engagement, and performance management
* Champion every success from the Tribe
* Drive a culture of continuous improvement and evolve Agile/scrum delivery processes
Stability And Performance
* Ensure performance and stability of components and systems
* Liaise with partners and regulatory bodies to establish an effective release process
What You’ll Bring
* A proven track record building and delivering through teams collaboratively
* Experience defining and executing a strategic vision in partnership with stakeholders
* Focus on continuous improvement and stakeholder management
* Experience defining and implementing software delivery best practices and agile methodologies with high delivery pace and quality
* Experience delivering technology solutions for internal customer-facing products in a high-energy, ambiguous environment
* Experience supporting production software with on-call responsibility and a focus on stability, availability and performance
* Natural leader, strong team player, and effective communicator
* Ability to engage non-technical audiences and collaborate with stakeholders on shared goals
* Ability to adapt approach to achieve successful outcomes and lead through change
* Commitment to developing talent and creating a pipeline for future roles; attracting diverse talent and building an attractive workplace
Equal opportunities: Blip is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, with all ways of thinking and working. We are committed to including everyone regardless of race, disability, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, or religion.
If you need adjustments to apply, please email accommodations@blip.pt. We will respond to inquiries related to disabilities.
Seniority level: Executive
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Information Technology
Industry: Technology, Information and Internet
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