Regional Chief Technology Officer, S. Korea

About Rimini Street, Inc. Rimini Street, Inc. (Nasdaq: RMNI), a Russell 2000® Company, is a proven, trusted global provider of end-to-end, mission-critical enterprise software support, managed services and innovative Agentic AI ERP solutions, and is the leading third-party support provider for Oracle, SAP and VMware software. Our comprehensive portfolio of unified solutions help run, manage, support, customize, configure, connect, protect, monitor, and optimize enterprise application, database and technology software, enabling our clients to achieve better business outcomes, significantly reduce costs and reallocate resources towards strategic projects. The Company has signed thousands of contracts with Fortune Global 100, Fortune 500, midmarket, public sector and government organizations who selected Rimini Street as their trusted, proven mission-critical enterprise software solutions provider and achieved better operational outcomes, realized billions of US dollars in savings and funded AI and other innovation investments. We are actively seeking Regional Chief Technology Officer. This position reports directly to the EVP & Global Chief Technology Officer and offers the flexibility to work remotely from a home office located within S. Korea. Special Note to Applicants This is not a traditional internal CTO position typically housed within the internal IT office. The Regional Chief Technology Officer (CTO) role is entirely external-facing. It does not involve managing a team or staff. Instead, the position will collaborate closely with various teams across the company, including our global product management, professional services, marketing, cybersecurity, and other teams as needed. The role focuses on advisory, relationship building, generating awareness, and identifying opportunities. It does not encompass project execution responsibilities. Position Summary The Regional Chief Technology Officer (CTO) will serve as the primary technical advisor and thought leader for our customers and prospects in their respective regions. This customer-facing role requires a deep understanding of enterprise architecture, ERP systems, and related technologies. Reporting to the Global Corporate CTO based in the US and the local Regional General Manager in their respective region, the Regional CTO will play a crucial role in building credibility, generating awareness, and driving business growth through public speaking, content creation, and direct executive customer engagement. Key Responsibilities Enterprise Architecture Guidance Provide expert advice on IT enterprise architecture, best practices, and strategic road mapping for regional customers and prospects. Engage in discussions on enterprise systems such as Oracle and SAP ERP, cloud infrastructure, databases, Java, cloud deployments, and data integration. Assist in building credibility with executives to help the sales team and account management teams secure new business and strengthen relationships with existing customers. Be a rainmaker that identifies opportunities and develops a status of a trusted adviser. Understand and address technical sales objections and concerns from prospects Public Speaking and Industry Engagement Act as the regional public spokesperson, delivering presentations at industry events, conferences, social events, boardroom sessions, and roundtables. Generate awareness through educational and insightful conversations in various formats. Thought Leadership and Content Creation Collaborate with the marketing team to produce webinars, articles, white papers, media interviews, and other thought leadership content. Continuously create fresh and engaging educational pieces to drive traffic to our website and generate interest in our services. Candidate Qualifications 10+ years of Deep Technical Expertise and Advisory Extensive experience advising C-level executives and providing enterprise architecture and ERP road map consultations. In-depth knowledge of ERP modules, implementation, deployment, and functionality (e.g., Oracle E-Business Suite, SAP ECC, S/4HANA, etc.). Familiarity with ERP on-premise and cloud deployment models, including IaaS and SaaS strategies. Strong understanding of cybersecurity concepts and solutions for ERP workloads. Proficiency in relevant technologies such as Java, operating systems, storage, cloud technologies, data migration, integration, AI, and more. 5+ years of Public Speaking and Thought Leadership Proven experience in public speaking, media engagements, and content publication. Ability to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences. Experience creating thought leadership content and driving engagement through educational materials. Interpersonal Skills and Regional Expertise Strong communication skills, both in the local regional language and English. Ability to travel regionally and internationally as needed. Established relationships with CIO-level executives in the region. Experience negotiating with ERP vendors is a plus. Additional Qualifications 5+ Years of Previous experience as a CIO or similar role with a track record of successful ERP implementations and IT transformations. Knowledge of SaaS solutions like SAP RISE, Oracle Fusion, Salesforce, and others. 5+ Years of working with cloud platforms (AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud) and workload migration methodologies. Insight into industry trends, emerging technologies, and AI solutions related to ERP and enterprise data. Personal Attributes Articulate and poised, with strong public presentation skills. Proactive, innovative, and visionary in approach. Able to effectively respond to common objections and concerns related to third-party support services. Must speak fluent English. Multiple additional spoken languages preferred. Education MS/MBA: Computer Science, Software Engineering, Management Information Systems or equivalent. Location Remote - S. Korea Why Rimini Street? We are looking for talented, passionate people to help us build our future at Rimini Street . We hire only the best, the most extraordinary professionals and provide compensation, bonuses, and benefits to match the skills of our top-performing team members. Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy growing together, and get excited about learning new skills? Are you looking for an opportunity to make a true impact as part of a team of extraordinary professionals? This is the place for you. Our work is challenging and meaningful. We start and end each day with a sense of achievement and purpose guided by our core values, the Four Cs: Company We dream big and innovate boldly. Colleagues We work with extraordinary people who create a culture of mutual respect and collaboration. Clients We relentlessly pursue solutions that help clients achieve their goals. Our unmatched client care is rooted in our passion for exceptional service. Community We believe in leaving the world a better place than we found it. With the Rimini Street Foundation, we’ve made positive impacts in six continents for over 425 charities. Accelerating Company Growth Nasdaq-listed under ticker symbol RMNI since October 2017 Over 6,300+ signed contracts to date, including Fortune 500 and Global 100 companies Over 2,000 team members in 23 countries US and international recognition for industry leadership and philanthropic efforts. See all of our awards and recognitions here: https://www.riministreet.com/company/awards/ Rimini Street is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. To learn more about how Rimini Street is redefining the enterprise software support industry, visit http://www.riministreet.com