Head of IT Infrastructure

Hiring: Head of IT Infrastructure – Banking Sector Only

Location: Karachi

Industry: Digital Islamic Banking

Experience Required: 10–12 years in a senior leadership role within IT Infrastructure in the Banking sector only.

Join a Pioneering Digital Islamic Bank – Redefining the Future of Financial Services

Our client, a forward-thinking and fully digital Islamic Bank, is seeking an accomplished and visionary professional to lead their IT Infrastructure Division. This is a high-impact, strategic leadership role designed for a candidate with a proven track record in banking technology, infrastructure management, and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate will also bring hands-on experience with cloud-based financial applications such as Nayapay, Sadapay, and other digital banking platforms, showcasing a strong understanding of modern financial ecosystems.

If you are passionate about secure digital transformation and aspire to drive technology innovation aligned with Islamic financial principles, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

About the Client

As a cutting-edge financial institution rooted in Shariah-compliant principles, our client is at the forefront of digital innovation in the Islamic banking landscape. Their mission is to provide inclusive, ethical, and technologically advanced financial solutions to a modern clientele. The institution prides itself on being agile, customer-centric, and uncompromising in both its integrity and its commitment to operational excellence.

Position Summary: Head of IT Infrastructure

As the Head of IT Infrastructure, you will serve as the strategic architect and custodian of the Bank's core technology infrastructure. You will be responsible for establishing, maintaining, and evolving a resilient, secure, and scalable infrastructure framework that supports the Bank's growing suite of digital services. This includes cloud transformation, platform engineering, and system architecture that aligns with regulatory frameworks and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership & Planning

Design and implement forward-looking strategies for IT infrastructure, aligning technology goals with business and regulatory requirements.

• Cloud Transformation & Engineering

Lead the development and execution of cloud-first initiatives for scalability, agility, and innovation across banking platforms and fintech integrations.

• Infrastructure Management

Oversee all aspects of system architecture, including data centers, network engineering, server virtualization, and storage subsystems to ensure operational resilience.

• Security, Governance & Compliance

Establish and enforce security best practices, ensuring that IT systems comply with both internal governance policies and external regulatory standards, including SBP guidelines.

• Service Availability & Optimization

Design, implement, and continuously improve high-availability systems with robust fault tolerance to ensure uninterrupted banking operations and customer satisfaction.

• Technology Evaluation & Innovation

Monitor trends and advancements in infrastructure technologies. Evaluate and implement emerging solutions to enhance performance, reliability, and security.

• Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity

Develop, test, and maintain comprehensive disaster recovery and business continuity strategies to minimize risk and ensure continuity of services during unforeseen events.

Who Should Apply?

This role is ideal for individuals who:

• Have 10–12 years of progressive experience in IT infrastructure roles within the banking industry, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership capacity.
• Possess deep expertise in cloud migration, network and system engineering, cybersecurity, and compliance.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of Islamic banking principles or a willingness to align technology solutions within a Shariah-compliant financial framework.
• Have led enterprise-wide infrastructure transformations in highly regulated environments.

Why Join This Bank?

• Lead Innovation in Islamic Digital Banking

Be part of a visionary team transforming financial services through ethical, technology-driven banking.

• Work in a Values-Driven Environment

Contribute to an organization where integrity, innovation, and inclusion are not just values, but core pillars of its mission.

• Shape the Future of Secure Banking

Play a central role in building a resilient and scalable IT infrastructure that empowers digital growth while maintaining the highest standards of security.

How to Apply

If you are ready to shape the digital future of Islamic finance and bring your expertise to a purpose-led organization, we invite you to apply now. Submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant achievements and why you are the right fit for this transformative leadership role.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Rs750, Rs850,000.00 per month

Experience:

• IT Head in a Bank: 10 years (Preferred)

Location:

• Karachi (Required)

Work Location: In person