Salary: $250K - $300K. Salary is based on experience.
Job Description:
We are seeking an innovative and strategic
Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to lead our technology and product development efforts. As a key member of the executive team, the CTO will be responsible for driving technological advancements, overseeing the IT department, and ensuring that our technology strategy aligns with the company's business goals. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of current and emerging technologies, excellent leadership skills, and a proven track record of managing technology teams to deliver successful products and services.
Key Responsibilities:
- Technology Strategy: Develop and implement a comprehensive technology strategy that supports the company's business objectives, ensuring scalability, security, and innovation.
- Leadership: Lead and mentor the technology and IT teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. Build and maintain a high-performing team of engineers, developers, and IT professionals.
- Product Development: Oversee the entire product development lifecycle, from concept to launch. Collaborate with product management, marketing, and sales teams to ensure products meet market needs and customer expectations.
- Innovation: Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and trends that could impact the company's products, services, and operations. Drive innovation and adoption of new technologies to maintain a competitive edge.
- IT Management: Oversee the company's IT infrastructure, ensuring systems are reliable, secure, and efficient. Implement best practices in IT governance, cybersecurity, and data management.
- Budget Management: Develop and manage the technology budget, ensuring resources are allocated effectively to meet the company's strategic goals. Evaluate and negotiate contracts with technology vendors and service providers.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with other departments, including operations, finance, and HR, to ensure technology initiatives align with broader business objectives. Communicate technology strategy and progress to the executive team and board of directors.
- Risk Management: Identify potential risks associated with technology projects and implement strategies to mitigate these risks. Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards.
- Customer Focus: Ensure that technology solutions enhance the customer experience and drive customer satisfaction. Stay informed of customer needs and feedback to guide technology decisions.
- Continuous Improvement: Implement processes and systems to monitor performance and identify opportunities for improvement. Foster a culture of continuous learning and development within the technology team.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field. A Master's degree or MBA is preferred.
- Experience: Minimum of 10 years of experience in technology leadership roles, with a proven track record of driving innovation and managing technology teams.
- Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of current and emerging technologies, including cloud computing, cybersecurity, data analytics, AI/ML, and software development. Hands-on experience in software architecture, system design, and product development.
- Leadership Skills: Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and inspire technology teams. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and execute a technology strategy that aligns with business goals. Strong business acumen and the ability to make data-driven decisions.
- Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify challenges and implement effective solutions.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical information to executives, board members, and other stakeholders.
- Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Innovation: A forward-thinking mindset with a passion for staying ahead of technology trends and driving innovation.