Head of Tech Strategy (FSI Industry), Singapore

Role Overview
As the
Head of Tech Strategy , you will be the connective tissue between our specialized engineering domains and our overarching business ambitions. You aren't just managing a roadmap; you are responsible for synthesizing individual strategies-from Infrastructure and Data to Product Engineering and Security-into a
single, cohesive technological narrative . Your goal is to ensure that our technology isn't just a collection of high-performing silos, but a unified engine that drives the company's competitive advantage. Core Responsibilities
1. Strategic Synthesis & Integration
The Unified Blueprint:
Distill complex strategies from various tech pillars (Cloud, Data/AI, DevOps, Security) into a single, cohesive vision that is easily understood by both the Board and the engineering org. Cross-Pillar Alignment:
Identify dependencies and resolve contradictions between different department roadmaps to ensure the tech stack scales harmoniously. Architectural Cohesion:
Partner with the CTO and Lead Architects to ensure individual pillar decisions (e.g., 'Build vs. Buy' in Data) align with the long-term enterprise vision.
2. Business-Tech Bridge
Value Translation:
Articulate how technical debt reduction, infrastructure modernization, and R&D efforts translate directly into business KPIs and ROI. Strategic Planning:
Lead the annual and quarterly technical planning cycles, ensuring budget allocation reflects the priorities of the holistic strategy. Market Intelligence:
Stay ahead of industry trends (GenAI, Edge Computing, etc.) to determine how and when these should be integrated into the overarching strategy.
3. Governance & Execution
Performance Metrics:
Establish a unified framework for measuring the 'health' of the tech strategy, moving beyond siloed metrics to holistic outcomes. Strategic Communication:
Act as the primary storyteller for the tech organization, producing white papers, strategy decks, and internal comms that align the workforce. Experience: 10+ years in technology leadership, with a proven track record of managing cross-functional technical programs. Systems Thinking:
Ability to see the 'big picture' and understand how a change in one pillar (e.g., Security) impacts the velocity of another (e.g., Product). Communication:
Exceptional ability to narrate complex technical concepts into a compelling business case for non-technical stakeholders. Strategic Frameworks:
Proficiency in frameworks like Wardley Mapping, McKinsey 7S, or OKRs to drive organizational alignment. Additional Advantage:
Ideally coming from Consulting environments or Strategy Consulting background Argyll Scott Singapore Pte Ltd EA License No. 16S8105 Koh Ching Wen (Xu Jingwen) EA Reg No: R1108631