Job Scope

The Director of Digital Solutions will lead a centralized digital function that builds internal tools, automates workflows, and manages infrastructure. Combine hands on delivery with product strategy to ship secure and scalable solutions. Own the roadmap, engineering execution, and data architecture. Drive stakeholder alignment and adoption while hiring and developing a high performing team.

Key Responsibilities

1. Technology & Product Leadership

• Define and execute the digital technology roadmap aligned with the transformation plan.
• Translate business needs into functional specifications and technical solutions.
• Oversee the lifecycle of internal tools (design, development, testing, deployment, maintenance).
• Evaluate existing tools and decide whether to rebuild or replace with modern tech.

2. Team Management & Collaboration

• Lead and mentor the internal tech team.
• Coordinate cross-department requests (Sales, Ops, Content, Finance).
• Ensure documentation, knowledge sharing, and skill development within the team.

3. Infrastructure & Security Oversight

• Supervise infrastructure performance, cloud deployments (AWS/Azure), and security.
• Define IT standards, governance, and access policies.
• Ensure high availability, data protection, and integration with existing platforms.

4. Innovation & Automation

• Drive automation projects for reporting, workflow optimization, and CRM integration.
• Identify opportunities for AI-driven process improvements.
• Introduce agile development and DevOps practices to accelerate delivery.

Required Technical Skills

• 8–12 years of experience in IT management, DevOps, and digital product development.
• Strong coding background (APIs, automation frameworks).
• Proven experience in business analysis and translating user needs into digital tools.
• Experience with cloud computing, containerization, and monitoring systems.
• Understanding of programmatic advertising, AdTech, or media systems is a plus.
• Experience leading small multidisciplinary teams.

Essential Soft Skills

• Time management: Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines for report delivery.
• Communication: Clear and effective communication with team members, management, and clients.
• Attention to detail: Ensuring accuracy in reports and information provided to stakeholders.
• Problem-solving: Identifying issues and finding solutions, particularly in analyzing revenue and cost data.
• Collaboration: Working closely with cross-functional teams, such as the tech team, to align on cost-related matters.
• Adaptability: Being flexible to changes in requirements or priorities.
• Client relationship management: Building rapport with clients and understanding their information needs.
• Analytical skills: Ability to analyze data and derive meaningful insights to improve reporting and decision-making processes.

Your Mission

Build and lead Hypermedia’s internal technology capability, integrating infrastructure, software development, and automation to enable operational efficiency, digital autonomy, and innovation.

About us

We're not just a workplace; we're a hub of excitement, fun, and challenges, tailor-made for visionary thinkers and top-notch achievers. This is the perfect moment to become a part of our team, as we're on the cusp of rapid growth, especially in the ever-evolving tech media landscape. 

With our headquarters situated in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and an office in Beirut, we're expanding rapidly and looking for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment. We're on the lookout for those who can propel us forward by embracing technology and contributing to our efficiency. We're not interested in those stuck in old-fashioned ways; we want innovators who bring a growth mindset, are eager to learn, and are ready to apply their knowledge to propel us forward.

Join us if you're passionate about making a difference, enhancing efficiency, and embracing technology. We're on the lookout for individuals who can seamlessly absorb new information and transform challenges into efficient solutions. It's not just a job; it's an invitation to be part of a cutting-edge team shaping the future of tech media.    
    
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