As the Head of Cloud Platforms at ITV, you will be at the forefront of our digital transformation.
Leading a team of talented product managers, architects, cloud engineers, and collaborating with technology stakeholders and suppliers, you will set the strategy for cloud and DevOps at ITV.
You will build and run the cloud platforms and data centre platforms that host the digital products we build, the enterprise products we buy, and our data products. As part of this, you will service the scalability requirements of nation-scale products like ITVX, the security requirements of our talent payments systems, and the reliability requirements of our broadcast scheduling systems.
You will deeply care about people, architecture, and about the delivery of products and products to change the cloud landscape at ITV.
You will face challenges in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, and you’ll have the autonomy, mastery, and purpose to succeed. We value smart work as much as hard work, so you’ll be encouraged to innovate and automate wherever possible.
The role will entail but not be limited to:
Setting the vision and strategy for all cloud platforms at ITV
Overseeing multiple, annual roadmaps of change, continually improving ITV’s cloud platforms and operating models
Leading the product teams responsible for our Cloud and legacy hosting platforms.
Building long-standing, productive relationships with suppliers, including relationships with Google, Accenture, Amazon and Microsoft
Fostering a culture that promotes collaboration, autonomy, innovation and great service delivery
Partnering with senior members of business aligned development and technology teams to ensure that the Cloud Platforms continue to evolve in line with ITV’s strategy to be More Than TV
Advising the ITV Technology leadership team, influencing strategic decisions and providing insights on emerging cloud technologies and their business impact
Overseeing and managing operating budgets, including service costs and CAPEX change budgets
Gaining a deep insight into macro industry trends for cloud-based operations and tooling.
Skills you’ll need (minimum criteria)
An IT leader with experience in delivering cloud strategies that directly contribute to business objectives and deliver tangible value
Adept at creating controlled delivery and operational environments
Contract and service management experience
Directional with strong delegation skills and able to manage by exception
A good understanding of cloud technologies, technology infrastructure platforms, and services
Strong stakeholder and supplier management skills
Experience managing IT service costs exceeding £4M p/a
Other things we’re looking for (key criteria)
Delivery focus
A change agent, capable of driving cultural transformation across the ITV technology organisation
Experience running traditional infrastructure through outsourced agreements
Strong decision-making abilities, adept at solving complex organisational and delivery challenges
Excellent team management and development skills
ITV is for everyone.
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