Description
About the Role
We are seeking a visionary and strategic (CIO) to lead the next phase of growth for a leading payments and financial technology company in SEA. This role blends the strengths of a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and a Chief Product Officer (CPO), with an additional emphasis on strategy and long-term vision. The CIO will be responsible for shaping the company’s innovation agenda, driving product strategy, and building scalable technology platforms that position the business at the forefront of fintech innovation. The role requires a strategic thinker and business partner who can translate future market trends and customer needs into bold yet practical solutions, while inspiring teams to deliver with excellence.
Responsibilities
You will define and execute the long-term innovation, technology, and product strategy aligned with business growth. Act as a strategic partner to the CEO and executive team, shaping company direction with future-focused insights.
- Lead the product vision and roadmap, leveraging customer and market insights to launch transformative offerings.
- Oversee secure, scalable platforms; champion adoption of emerging technologies; ensure strong cybersecurity and compliance.
- Inspire and lead cross-functional teams across multiple countries, fostering agility, accountability, and innovation.
- Build partnerships with fintechs, technology providers, and regulators to strengthen market leadership and unlock new opportunities.
Requirements
You will need proven track record in a CIO, CTO, CPO, CDO or senior technology/product strategy leadership role within fintech, payments, or financial services.
- 10+ years of leadership experience spanning technology execution, product innovation, and corporate strategy.
- Demonstrated success in strategic planning, vision setting, and influencing at the C-suite/board level.
- Regional exposure in SEA with experience managing large, multi-country teams.
- Deep expertise in product strategy, cloud platforms, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies.
- Proven ability to scale products from concept to commercialization, balancing innovation, compliance, and business impact.