Head Of It Platform (Fintech)

TL;DR

Head Of IT Platform (Fintech): Responsible for leading and evolving hirify.global’s global platform infrastructure with an accent on DevOps, Site Reliability Engineering (SRE), systems administration, and network engineering. Focus on platform strategy, operational excellence, and modern infrastructure practices in a highly regulated fintech environment.

Location: Hybrid in Belgrade

Company

hirify.global is simplifying cross-border payments by creating the world’s biggest open, instant digital payment network.

What you will do

• Define and execute the global platform and infrastructure roadmap aligned with hirify.global’s business growth.
• Lead and manage DevOps, SRE, SysAdmin, and Network Engineering teams.
• Ensure high availability and disaster recovery capabilities across global regions.
• Partner closely with Security to implement robust infrastructure security controls.
• Work closely with Product and Engineering teams to support product roadmaps.
• Build, mentor, and scale high-performing platform teams.

Requirements

• 5+ years in infrastructure, DevOps, SRE, or platform engineering.
• 3+ years in leadership roles managing distributed technical teams.
• Proven experience in high-scale, mission-critical production environments (ideally fintech, payments, banking, or other regulated industries).
• Strong expertise in cloud platforms (AWS / GCP / Azure).
• Deep knowledge of Kubernetes, container orchestration, and microservices architecture.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage both technical and executive audiences.

Culture & Benefits

• Make a Global Impact: Directly impact millions of users worldwide.
• Accelerate Your Career: Benefit from internal mobility, mentoring programs, and continuous learning opportunities.
• Thrive in a Connected, Global Organization: Collaborate with colleagues across international hubs and more.
• Embrace a Principle-Driven & Focused Culture: Work in an organization guided by strong principles and values.
• Enjoy Competitive Compensation and Benefits: Receive a competitive salary, benefits, and flexible work arrangements.