Head Of IT Studio

About us:
ARRISE sets the benchmark for service delivery and excellence in the iGaming industry. Playing a key role in the success of its clients, which include Pragmatic Play, a brand relied upon by the world's biggest online casinos for its cutting-edge products, ARRISE helps to deliver exceptional gaming experiences to millions of players worldwide.

Our global team of over 9,000 talented and driven professionals are shaping the future of iGaming. Headquartered in Gibraltar, we have offices spanning Canada, India, the Isle of Man, Latvia, Malta, Romania, Serbia, Bulgaria, and the UAE, and more exciting destinations on the horizon.

At ARRISE, we take pride in creating growth opportunities at all levels, constantly investing in our people while welcoming new colleagues and forging strategic partnerships that open new opportunities for success.

To achieve this, we bet on ourselves. We know that success is a collective effort, and our team is driven by ambition, collaboration, and a shared commitment to grow and succeed—while embracing every step of the journey.

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About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Head - IT to oversee and manage the entire information technology infrastructure for a 24/7 operational studio environment. This is an exciting opportunity for a tech-savvy leader who thrives in a high-paced, high-scale studio setting. You will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of data center operations, high-end networking, and security, while driving innovative IT strategies that support the studio's mission.

Key Responsibilities:

• Data Centre Management: Direct the daily operations of data center facilities, ensuring uptime, efficiency, and optimal performance of hardware, software, and network systems.
• Lead IT Operations: Oversee and manage the IT infrastructure, ensuring continuous availability and stability for 24/7 operations within a high-scale studio environment.
• High-End Networking & Topology: Design, implement, and manage complex network architectures to support the studio's operational needs, ensuring seamless connectivity and communication across all platforms.
• Security & Compliance: Develop and enforce security protocols to protect sensitive data, applications, and IT infrastructure, while maintaining compliance with industry standards and best practices.
• Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and collaborate with cross-functional IT teams to ensure the studio's IT operations are efficient, innovative, and scalable.
• Troubleshooting & Incident Response: Ensure quick response and resolution to IT-related issues, ensuring minimal disruption to studio operations.
• Capacity Planning & Scalability: Continuously monitor IT systems, analyse performance data, and plan for scalability to support the studio's growth and evolving needs.
• Collaboration: Work closely with senior management, studio executives, and other technical teams to align IT strategy with the studio's long-term goals.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in leading IT operations for a high-availability, 24/7 operational environment (preferably in a studio or similar high-scale setting).
• Strong expertise in data center operations, networking, and topology, with a deep understanding of high-end networking technologies.
• Experience managing infrastructure, networking, and security in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Hands-on experience with cloud computing, virtualization, and data storage technologies.
• In-depth knowledge of IT security, risk management, and compliance requirements.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment while delivering reliable and scalable IT solutions.

What we offer:

• We offer a highly competitive salary
• A detailed company training on highest standards
• A chance to work in friendly and supportive culture
• Tremendous growth opportunities in a large fast moving international company