Group Technology Director
Location: Wallingford (3 days in office, 2 days WFH)
Salary: £120,000 We're working with our client, a global leader in online retail and one of the top 10 third-party sellers on Amazon and eBay, to recruit a Group Technology Director. This is a key leadership role, driving IT strategy and shaping the future of a fast-growing, multi-brand ecommerce business.
You'll be responsible for the strategic direction, development, and operational excellence of the organisation's technology function. This includes overseeing infrastructure, leading internal and outsourced development teams, and delivering high-impact projects. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on technology leader with a strong grasp of cloud, DevOps, and cybersecurity, paired with excellent team leadership and stakeholder management skills.
Develop and implement a three-year tech strategy aligned with business goals
Lead and grow high-performing onshore/offshore tech teams
Oversee IT operations, governance, security, and business continuity planning
Drive the successful delivery of complex, cross-functional IT projects
Manage vendor relationships and technology budgets
7+ years in technical software development and IT leadership
~Strong knowledge of Agile, DevOps, cybersecurity, and cloud infrastructure
~ Excellent communication, budgeting, and strategic planning skills
~ Familiarity with KPIs/OKRs and scaling technology in fast-growth environments