Chief Technology Officer (CTO) – Smart Metering Programme

Talan

Posted about 1 month ago

About this role

Full Time Executive Chief Technology Officer (CTO) – Smart Metering Programme in enterprise at Talan in Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Apply directly through the link below.

At a glance

Work mode: Office
Employment: Full Time
Location: Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Experience: Executive · 20+ years

Core stack

Computer Science
Architecture
Scalability
Leadership
Innovation
Security
Design

Quick answers

What skills are required?
Computer Science, Architecture, Scalability, Leadership, Innovation, Security, Design.

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Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Company Description

Talan is a global consulting group specializing in innovation and transformation through technology. For over 20 years, we have partnered with companies and public organizations to drive meaningful change.

We are purpose-driven, working across diverse sectors to tackle social and environmental challenges, simplify and improve market operations, leverage digital transformation, and ensure that data is managed responsibly and ethically.

Our expertise spans consultancy and outsourcing services, including programme management, market design, and governance. We also offer award-winning capabilities in cyber security, data privacy, and digital transformation.

We are currently seeking a CTO – Smart Metering Programme to join our team.

Job Description

The CTO will define the technical strategy and architecture for the Smart Metering Programme, ensuring all systems—Meters, communications services, HES, MDMS, and IT components—are secure, scalable, and interoperable. The role provides strategic oversight to technical leads across delivery streams. Acting as a senior advisor, the CTO ensures technology decisions align with client objectives, programme constraints, and Talan’s innovation and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Define technical vision, architecture, and standards.
• Oversee technology roadmap and system interoperability.
• Ensure cybersecurity, scalability, and resilience across platforms.
• Advise leadership on technology risks and innovation.
• Guide all technical leads (Meters, communications services, HES, MDMS, Integration, Testing).

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in smart metering or large IT transformation programmes.
• Expertise in AMI architectures, IoT, and enterprise integration.
• Strategic leadership and vendor management experience.
• Engineering or computer science background required.