Head of Technology: iGaming Brands
2 weeks ago
Kick-start your career in the online gaming world and experience the very latest in technology and innovation.
Who We Are
We're part of Super Group, the NYSE-listed digital gaming company behind some of the world's leading Sports and iGaming brands.
At DigiOutsource, we bring passionate people and innovative tech together to create market-leading online gaming solutions. Our multidisciplinary teams are passionate about products, customer experience and security. We're empowered to achieve the ultimate in high-performance gaming experiences using the best technology available.
Who We're Looking For
We're on a thrilling journey of growth and innovation, and we need passionate, driven individuals to join us. At DigiOutsource, every day is action-packed, and we expect you to bring your A-game. In return, you'll find a supportive environment where your skills can flourish, and your career can soar.
Ready to become a game-changer? Supercharge your career with us and be part of something extraordinary.
Why we need you
We're on a mission to create extraordinary experiences for our customers, and we believe that your unique skills, passion and SuperDrive will help us achieve our vision.
As a Head of Technology (iGaming Brands) you will combine an expertise in SEO, performance optimisation, marketing technology, user experience and affiliate platforms to ensure that our websites are not only technically sounds but also aligned with strategic business goals. With a leader dedicated to these areas, we can elevate our digital footprint, enhance customer experiences, and maximise revenue potential through effective affiliate programs and martech integrations. We are looking for a results-driven leader who can shape our technology strategy, guide engineering leads, and ensure efficient, high-quality delivery. Your role will be key in driving innovation, scaling Agile practices, and aligning our technology efforts with broader business objectives.
What You'll Be Doing
As part of your role, your responsibilities will include:
- Setting Technology Direction: Define, communicate, and execute the team's technology roadmap in collaboration with business stakeholders.
- User Experience Enhancement: Champion initiatives to improve website usability, accessibility, and overall user experience through innovative technological solutions.
- Affiliate Program Management: Strategize, implement, and manage affiliate programs to expand the reach and revenue generation potential of the website.
- SEO Optimization: Lead the development and execution of SEO strategies to enhance website visibility and organic traffic acquisition.
- Performance Enhancement: Oversee the implementation of performance optimization techniques to ensure fast load times and seamless user experiences.
- Managing Direct Reports: Lead direct reports, including engineering leads, product managers, architects, and agile coaches, by providing mentorship, performance guidance, and professional development.
- Ensuring Delivery & Quality: Oversee project timelines and quality standards, balancing speed with robustness, and ensuring every release meets our objectives.
- Driving Scaled Agile Adoption: Champion Agile methodologies, implementing best practices to improve collaboration and efficiency across all pods.
- Architectural Oversight: Work with architects and engineering leads to review and refine architectures, ensuring alignment, scalability, reliability, and maintainability.
- Resource Allocation & Budgeting: Allocate resources effectively and manage budgets for technology initiatives in coordination with senior leadership.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with other Heads of Technology and business units to align strategies, share knowledge, and drive overarching company goals.
- Risk & Compliance Management: Identify and mitigate risks related to security, compliance, and technical debt while maintaining regulatory and operational standards.
- Promote a High-Performance Culture: Foster a culture of learning accountability and innovation – encouraging feedback loops, retrospectives, and adoption of new technologies where appropriate.
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities. You may be required to complete other reasonable duties to achieve business objectives.
Essential Skills You'll Bring To The Table
The necessary skills that we require for this role include:
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, business administration, commerce, or a related field.
- 5+ years managing development team(s) or department(s).
- Proven track record in user experience design and enhancement, with a focus on accessibility, mobile responsiveness, and conversion rate optimization.
- Extensive knowledge of SEO techniques, including keyword research, backlink strategies, and content optimization.
- Proficiency in web performance optimization, including experience with CDN implementation, browser caching, and server-side performance enhancements.
- Experience in integrating marketing technologies, such as customer segmentation tools, cross-channel attribution platforms, and marketing automation systems.
- Expertise in managing multiple software development projects simultaneously, with a track record of delivering on time and within scope.
- Ability to grasp complex strategy issues and turn this into a technology roadmap.
- Strong understanding of software development, quality assurance, and data engineering principles.
- Proven success in implementing Agile practices at scale (Scrum, SAFe, or similar frameworks).
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and effectively.
- Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring high standards of quality in all outputs
- Ability to adapt quickly to changing environments and priorities, maintaining effectiveness in dynamic situations
Desirable Skills You've Got Up Your Sleeve
It would be great if you also have some of the following skills:
- Familiarity with emerging SEO trends and algorithm updates to adapt strategies for optimal search visibility.
- Knowledge of A/B testing and user behavior analysis to inform UX optimizations and website personalization efforts.
- Previous involvement in the design and implementation of successful affiliate marketing campaigns and partnership strategies.
- Familiarity with schema markup, voice search optimization, and local SEO tactics to enhance website visibility.
- Hands-on experience with web performance monitoring tools, server resource optimization, and load balancing techniques.
- Certified SAFe agile practitioner certification
- Relevant product management certification.
- Prior involvement in managing budgets and vendor relationships.
- Additional qualifications in scaled Agile frameworks or relevant professional certifications.
Our values are non-negotiables
Our culture is underpinned by core values that are linked to key behavioural competencies. Along with the below behavioural competencies, these are essential for all employees in order for you to embed in and drive our culture forward.
These Competencies Are
- Adaptability
- Ownership and accountability
- Initiating action
- Resilience
- Team orientation
- Integrity
- Innovation
What You'll Get Back
We offer a great variety of personal and professional benefits to help you thrive at DigiOutsource and Super Group. This includes:
- We're dedicated to your supergrowth. Our comprehensive learning and development programmes give you a range of resources and opportunities to expand your skills and advance your career.
- Your hard work and achievements won't go unnoticed. Our innovative Performance Tool ensures you receive regular, constructive feedback, helping you to continuously improve and reach your full potential.
- Our Employee Assistance programme offers a variety of benefits which you and your family can benefit from.
- Free Daily Meal
- Free Massages On-site
- Free On-Site Gym
- Group Life Cover
- Funeral Fund Benefit
- Financial Services Assistance
- Curro School Fees Benefit
- Income Continuation Benefit
- Leadership Training
- Referral Bonus
- Medical Aid Subsidy
- Free Sleep Coaching
- On-site Barista
- Retirement Annuity Subsidy
- Team Build
Be part of that Superclass feeling.
At Super Group, diversity is part of our DNA. With teams across 16 countries, 85 nationalities, and 18 languages, we take equal opportunities seriously, championing a supportive, inclusive, and empowering environment wherever you are in the Group.
It's all about putting your experience first and ensuring honesty and fairness in all we do.
Here, your growth is supported and your contributions valued.
Game on
- Please note we will apply relevance to our Talent Management and Talent Development Programme as part of our recruitment process.
- Shortlisted candidates may need to complete an assessment.
This position requires trust and honesty it has access to customers financial details - therefore a credit and criminal record check will be conducted. The qualifications identified herein are an inherent job requirement; therefore, a qualification verification check will be done. By applying for this role, and supplying the necessary details, you hereby grant us permission to apply for these checks. This will be done in a confidential manner, and solely for the purposes of verification.
Should you not hear from us within 2 weeks, please deem your application as unsuccessful.
The perfect place to work, play and grow
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