Tide is hiring a
Head of Workplace Technology

Summary

The job is for a Head of Workplace Technology at Tide, a fast-growing FinTech company. The role involves leading a team, developing a cloud-native strategy, adopting Zero Trust security principles, and managing IT support functions. The ideal candidate should have leadership experience in a technology-driven environment, strong technical skills, problem-solving abilities, excellent communication skills, and a collaborative culture.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a leadership role within a technology-driven environment, preferably in fintech or financial services
• Comfortable getting their hands dirty with some Python/Go/whatever it takes to get the job done
• Strong technical background with expertise in cloud-native solutions, SaaS platforms, and IT infrastructure management
• Experience with modern IT practices, including configuration as code and Zero Trust security models
• Demonstrated ability to lead a team, drive technology strategy, and manage IT support functions effectively
• Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on improving operational efficiency and enhancing customer outcomes
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of engineers
• Develop and implement a cloud-native, SaaS-first strategy
• Drive the adoption of Zero Trust security principles
• Utilise configuration as code to optimise IT infrastructure management and deployment
• Implement DevOps practices and automated pipelines
• Engage with stakeholders to understand business needs
• Manage the workplace technology budget
• Manage IT support functions through the Head of IT Support

Preferred Qualifications

Collaborative and inclusive culture that values customer-first thinking and continuous improvement

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Self & Family Health Insurance
• Term & Life Insurance
• OPD Benefits
• Mental wellbeing through Plumm
• Learning & Development Budget
• WFH Setup allowance
• 15 days of Privilege leaves
• 12 days of Casual leaves
• 12 days of Sick leaves
• 3 paid days off for volunteering or L&D activities
• Stock Options