Director of Technology

• Formulate a comprehensive technology strategy that aligns with Solaris business goals
• Lead, mentor, and develop high-performing Technology leaders
• Recruit and retain top technology talent
• Oversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of all IT systems and infrastructure with particular focus on enterprise systems
• Regularly assess risks and vulnerabilities in Solaris IT infrastructure and implement measures to mitigate these risks
• Develop and manage the technology budget, ensuring strategic allocation of resources for maximum ROI
• Communicate effectively with other department heads, ensuring technology alignment with their business needs
• Ensure the IT infrastructure is robust, scalable, and efficient to support Solaris operations and growth
• Ensure Solaris is in compliance with all relevant regulatory, data protection and cybersecurity regulations
• Report to the senior management and board about technology performance, initiatives, and how they contribute to overall business objectives
• Prepare and present technology-related compliance reports to regulatory bodies as required
• Oversee the successful execution of technology projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and meet the intended goals
• Ensure a smooth rollout of new systems or features, with minimal disruption to bank operations

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field
• Extensive, hands-on IT or Technology or Engineering leadership experience, including a proven track record leading leaders and multi-disciplinary, multi-cultural technology teams, preferably in highly regulated environments
• A modern leadership mindset with a strong people focus - you mentor, role-model, lead by example, and create empowerment and trust
• Deep understanding of platform management, cybersecurity, and regulation, with the ability to translate requirements into practical, scalable solutions
• Strong grasp of modern IT concepts and architectures (e.g. Docker, microservices, SOA, AWS)
• Strong soft skills - you’re proactive, take ownership, and collaborate confidently
• you learn fast and can explain complex topics clearly to different audiences
• A hands-on, structured, and agile way of working, combined with curiosity, drive, openness, and creativity
• Start-up or scale-up experience - a strong comfort level operating in an environment with pace, ambiguity, and constant change
• Fluent in English

German is a plus

• Home office budget
• Learning & development budget of €1000 per year and a transparent growth framework to support your career goals
• Competitive salary and a variable remuneration program
• Monthly meal allowance
• Deutschland ticket subsidy
• 28 vacation days, increasing by 2 days after 2 years and 3 days after 3 years with Solaris
• Opportunity to work abroad for up to 12 weeks per year
• Monthly trips are reimbursed in line with our travel policy