Head of Technology -Samara | Scrabble & Jigsaw

Posted on December 11, 2025

Job Description

As Head of Technology, you will lead the technology strategy and execution for Samara Capital, reporting directly to the Founder & CEO. This is a strategic and hands-on role requiring both visionary thinking and practical execution capabilities. Head of Technology About Samara Capital Notable Investments & Exits Sapphire Foods – Master franchisee of KFC and Pizza Hut in India and Sri Lanka • More Retail – Amazon's only joint venture globally • Edme – Leading Insurance brokerage platform • Leadership & Stability Role Overview Key Responsibilities Build and scale the onboarding, transaction management, and customer experience technology stack, including seamless digital onboarding for investors • Lead and execute technology and product innovation initiatives to scale the investor base • Transform product strategy into high-quality engineering execution, ensuring timely and effective delivery • Guarantee system reliability, scalability, and security across all digital platforms • Manage outsourced technology vendors, enforcing strict SLAs and maintaining accountability • Drive automation initiatives and cost efficiency across technology operations • Develop and maintain products that customers proactively search for , compare, and choose •System Architecture: Expertise in designing scalable system architectures, cloud infrastructure, and security protocols Hands-on Execution: Ability to code and provide architectural guidance—not just oversight but practical involvement in development Problem-Solving: Excellent debugging and troubleshooting acumen Vendor Management: Strong capability to select, manage, and enforce technology vendor SLAs Cross-functional Collaboration: Proven effectiveness in partnering with product and business teams to align technology initiatives with organizational goals Ownership & Urgency: High ownership mentality, sense of urgency, and meticulous attention to detail Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, execution-focused environment Strong communication skills with ability to translate technical concepts for non- technical stakeholders Strategic thinking combined with operational excellence Success in this role will be measured by the following key outcomes: Work directly with the Founder & CEO in a strategic leadership role Lead technology transformation at a well-established, profitable alternative investments firm Partner with an experienced and stable leadership team committed to long-term excellence Opportunity to build world-class technology infrastructure for a growing investor base Access to deal flow and insights across India's premier private equity landscape Required Competencies & Skills Technical Expertise Leadership & Management Organizational Fit Expected Outcomes & Metrics Deploy core technology modules within 6 months with zero critical bugs at launch • Maintain system uptime greater than 99% with zero major security lapses • Achieve and maintain compliance with SEBI, RBI, and global security standards • Deliver all projects within agreed timelines and budgets • Ensure vendor SLAs are consistently met and exceeded • Foster seamless cross-functional alignment between technology and operations teams to enable timely milestone delivery • Why Join Samara CapitalSamara Capital is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued and respected. Employment decisions are based on professional qualifications, skills, experience, and merit. The firm welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds and provides equal oppor