> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/4699656-director-of-technology-digital](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/4699656-director-of-technology-digital). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Director of Technology & Digital - **Company:** gentoo - **Location:** United Kingdom - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** £128,000 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Disaster Recovery, Enterprise Software Applications, Legacy Systems - **Published:** November 13, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=b7755290fd256f32 ## About the Role Educated to degree level or able to demonstrate equivalent relevant senior-level experience. A relevant professional qualification with a commitment to continuing professional development . Significant senior leadership experience in technology, digital or IT within a large or complex organisation, with a track record of developing high-performing, multidisciplinary teams. An inclusive, visible leadership style that builds trust and encourages collaboration and challenge. You'll be a supportive coach who listens with empathy, sets clear expectations and helps people take ownership. Experience of shaping and delivering enterprise technology strategies, architecture and multi-year roadmaps, connecting investment to organisational priorities, customer needs and long-term ambitions. A strong understanding of cloud, enterprise applications, infrastructure, integration and digital services, with experience of simplifying complex or legacy technology and delivering major system implementations and technology-enabled change. Strong experience of cyber security, technology risk, operational resilience and disaster recovery, with the judgement to balance security, innovation, affordability and delivery. Experience of using data, AI, automation and emerging technology to strengthen organisational capability. You'll bring curiosity and fresh ideas, with a practical understanding of the opportunities, risks and business benefits. Strong financial and commercial experience, including procurement and supplier management, with a clear focus on improving performance and demonstrating value for money. The ability to turn complex technology into clear business choices and customer outcomes, providing credible advice and assurance to Executive Teams, Boards and Committees. The communication, influencing and negotiation skills to build strong partnerships across teams and organisational boundaries, working confidently with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels. The ability to manage competing priorities and keep work moving through change, even when the way forward is not clear. You'll bring a resilient, adaptable and delivery-focused approach, using sound judgement and taking clear accountability. ## Description Shape our technology future. Lead our Technology and Digital Strategy, architecture, integration strategy and multi-year roadmap, aligning investment with Gentoo's Corporate Strategy and the changing needs of colleagues and customers. Lead a team where people thrive. Build an inclusive, collaborative culture where colleagues feel trusted, valued and able to challenge. Develop our Technology leadership team, strengthen accountability and build future skills and capacity through development and succession planning. Keep us ready for what's next. Evolve our Technology operating model, governance and ways of working, and anticipate emerging opportunities and risks. Give our Executive Team, Senior Leadership Team, Board and Committees clear advice and assurance. Make technology work better. Lead secure, reliable and scalable services across infrastructure, cloud, networks, applications and end-user technology. Ensure clear ownership throughout their lifecycle, simplify legacy systems and make sure new solutions integrate effectively. Turn change into better services. Partner with Transformation, PMO and service owners to design and deliver technology-led improvements that simplify processes, increase productivity and make a measurable difference to colleagues and customers. Unlock the potential of data and AI. Strengthen the platforms, integrations and information architecture behind our data capability. Lead the responsible use of AI, automation and emerging technology, balancing measurable benefits with strong governance and security. Protect our people and services. Lead cyber security strategy, controls and monitoring, actively manage and report technology risks, and maintain regularly tested business continuity, disaster recovery and cyber incident response plans with clear recovery requirements. Deliver services people can rely on. Set clear service standards and performance measures for quality, resilience, customer experience and value for money, keeping business priorities and customer needs at the centre of delivery. Make every investment count. Manage our Technology budget and investment portfolio, working with business leaders to prioritise demand and resources. Use robust business cases, delivery governance and post-implementation reviews to demonstrate value. Constructively challenge existing approaches where technology could improve outcomes. Build partnerships that deliver. Lead technology procurement and manage suppliers, contracts and licences for performance, resilience, innovation and value. Follow Gentoo's governance requirements, considering whole-life cost, strategic fit, integration and security, and draw on partners' expertise to shape our future capability.