Description
Overview:Responsible for defining and delivering the technology strategy required to enable Gaming and Esports assets across Qiddiya. This role focuses on identifying, evaluating, and integrating best-in-class hardware, software, and immersive technologies that bring asset propositions to life.The Director will develop a forward-looking product and technology roadmap aligned to asset requirements, oversee technology market engagement, and establish strategic partnerships with leading global technology providers.Key Responsibilities: • Develop and own the technology strategy and product roadmap required to deliver Gaming and Esports asset propositions.• Translate asset experience requirements into structured technology requirements across hardware, software, immersive systems, and digital platforms.• Identify, evaluate, and benchmark emerging technologies within gaming, esports, immersive entertainment, and broader consumer innovation sectors.• Lead go-to-market engagement with technology vendors, strategic partners, and innovation providers to assess capabilities, limitations, scalability, and commercial models.• Establish and manage strategic technology partnerships, including pilots, MVPs, proof-of-concepts, and long-term collaboration frameworks.• Work closely with Asset, IP, and cross-district teams to ensure Qiddiya leverages cutting-edge and scalable technologies while maximizing synergies across the broader destination ecosystem.• Coordinate with other districts and corporate functions to identify opportunities for technology consolidation, shared platforms, and ecosystem-wide efficiencies.• Provide technology feasibility inputs into business cases and asset development planning.• Develop executive materials and recommendations to support leadership decision-making on major technology investments and partnerships.• Provide leadership and direction to the Technology Strategy function, fostering a culture of innovation, commercial rigor, and forward-thinking execution