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Head of Technology
2026-07-10T10:43:40+00:00
Tropical Heat
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FULL_TIME
Nairobi
Nairobi
00100
Kenya
Manufacturing
Management, Computer & IT, Business Operations
KES
MONTH
2026-07-22T17:00:00+00:00
8

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement the Company’s overall technology strategy and roadmap.
  • Lead software development, product architecture, integrations, and automation initiatives.
  • Oversee all IT infrastructure, networks, hardware, and cloud environments to ensure stability and security.
  • Strengthen cybersecurity policies, data protection practices, and compliance standards.
  • Manage internal systems such as HRMIS, ERP, finance tools, CRM, and business intelligence platforms.
  • Drive adoption of AI, automation, and modern digital tools across departments.
  • Partner with leadership to translate business priorities into technical solutions.
  • Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing technology and IT support team.
  • Manage technology budgets, vendor relationships, licences, and procurement.
  • Ensure seamless delivery, uptime, disaster recovery, and user experience across all systems.
  • Lead technology governance, documentation, standard operating procedures, and quality control.
  • Recruitment and training of the team

Qualifications and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems or related field; Master’s degree is an advantage.
  • Minimum 7 to 10 years of progressive experience in software development, IT management, or technology leadership.
  • Demonstrated track record delivering scalable systems, cloud solutions, and modern architectures.
  • Strong understanding of cybersecurity, data management, and systems integration.
  • Experience leading teams and managing cross-functional technology projects.
  • Knowledge of HRMIS/ERP platforms, cloud tools (Google Workspace, AWS, Azure), APIs, and automation technologies is preferred.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Personal Attributes

  • Strategic thinker with the ability to balance long-term vision and short-term execution.
  • Strong ownership, discipline, and attention to detail.
  • Collaborative, supportive, and able to partner effectively with non-technical teams.
  • Adaptable and proactive, with a continuous improvement mindset.
  • Develop and implement the Company’s overall technology strategy and roadmap.
  • Lead software development, product architecture, integrations, and automation initiatives.
  • Oversee all IT infrastructure, networks, hardware, and cloud environments to ensure stability and security.
  • Strengthen cybersecurity policies, data protection practices, and compliance standards.
  • Manage internal systems such as HRMIS, ERP, finance tools, CRM, and business intelligence platforms.
  • Drive adoption of AI, automation, and modern digital tools across departments.
  • Partner with leadership to translate business priorities into technical solutions.
  • Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing technology and IT support team.
  • Manage technology budgets, vendor relationships, licences, and procurement.
  • Ensure seamless delivery, uptime, disaster recovery, and user experience across all systems.
  • Lead technology governance, documentation, standard operating procedures, and quality control.
  • Recruitment and training of the team
  • Strong understanding of cybersecurity, data management, and systems integration.
  • Experience leading teams and managing cross-functional technology projects.
  • Knowledge of HRMIS/ERP platforms, cloud tools (Google Workspace, AWS, Azure), APIs, and automation technologies is preferred.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strategic thinking
  • Ownership, discipline, and attention to detail
  • Collaboration and supportiveness
  • Adaptability and proactivity
  • Continuous improvement mindset
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems or related field; Master’s degree is an advantage.
  • Minimum 7 to 10 years of progressive experience in software development, IT management, or technology leadership.
  • Demonstrated track record delivering scalable systems, cloud solutions, and modern architectures.
bachelor degree
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Vacancy title:
Head of Technology

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Manufacturing, Category: Management, Computer & IT, Business Operations]

Jobs at:
Tropical Heat

Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, July 22 2026

Duty Station:
Nairobi | Nairobi

Summary
Date Posted: Friday, July 10 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement the Company’s overall technology strategy and roadmap.
  • Lead software development, product architecture, integrations, and automation initiatives.
  • Oversee all IT infrastructure, networks, hardware, and cloud environments to ensure stability and security.
  • Strengthen cybersecurity policies, data protection practices, and compliance standards.
  • Manage internal systems such as HRMIS, ERP, finance tools, CRM, and business intelligence platforms.
  • Drive adoption of AI, automation, and modern digital tools across departments.
  • Partner with leadership to translate business priorities into technical solutions.
  • Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing technology and IT support team.
  • Manage technology budgets, vendor relationships, licences, and procurement.
  • Ensure seamless delivery, uptime, disaster recovery, and user experience across all systems.
  • Lead technology governance, documentation, standard operating procedures, and quality control.
  • Recruitment and training of the team

Qualifications and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems or related field; Master’s degree is an advantage.
  • Minimum 7 to 10 years of progressive experience in software development, IT management, or technology leadership.
  • Demonstrated track record delivering scalable systems, cloud solutions, and modern architectures.
  • Strong understanding of cybersecurity, data management, and systems integration.
  • Experience leading teams and managing cross-functional technology projects.
  • Knowledge of HRMIS/ERP platforms, cloud tools (Google Workspace, AWS, Azure), APIs, and automation technologies is preferred.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Personal Attributes

  • Strategic thinker with the ability to balance long-term vision and short-term execution.
  • Strong ownership, discipline, and attention to detail.
  • Collaborative, supportive, and able to partner effectively with non-technical teams.
  • Adaptable and proactive, with a continuous improvement mindset.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 84

Level of Education: bachelor degree

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Job Info
Job Category: Computer/ IT jobs in Kenya
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: Wednesday, July 22 2026
Duty Station: Nairobi | Nairobi
Posted: 10-07-2026
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 10-07-2026
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 10-10-2076
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