Chief Technology Officer

Job Summary: On behalf of our client, Programmers Force, we are looking for a dynamic and hands-on Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to lead our technology department, driving innovation and overseeing large-scale product development in the FinTech/RegTech/SaaS space. The ideal candidate is not only experienced in managing large, cross-functional teams but is also comfortable rolling up their sleeves to work on complex technical challenges when needed. With a strong product development mindset, expertise in large-scale architecture, and experience in cutting-edge data science innovations, the CTO will shape our technological future while effectively managing infrastructure and team costs.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Technology Leadership:
   • Develop and communicate a forward-thinking technology vision that aligns with the company’s long-term business goals, particularly in the FinTech, RegTech, and SaaS sectors.
   • Lead innovation initiatives, ensuring the company leverages emerging technologies to maintain a competitive edge.
   • Collaborate with the executive team to shape the company’s strategic direction, driving growth through technology.
   • Oversee the development and management of scalable, high-performance technology platforms that cater to market needs, regulatory requirements, and customer demands.
   • Drive the full product lifecycle, from concept and design to deployment, ensuring timely and efficient delivery of solutions.
   • Implement robust architecture solutions, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security of our technology infrastructure.
2. Financial Management in Product Development:
   • Take ownership of the financial aspects of product development, including managing infrastructure costs, team budgets, and optimizing resource allocation.
   • Implement cost-saving measures without compromising on product quality or team efficiency, particularly in cloud infrastructure and operational expenses.
3. Operational Excellence & Risk Management:
   • Manage the company’s technology infrastructure, focusing on optimizing cloud services, cybersecurity, data management, and IT operations.
   • Ensure all technology systems adhere to the highest security standards while maintaining operational efficiency as the company scales.
   • Proactively manage regulatory compliance, risk assessment, and disaster recovery plans to ensure business continuity and mitigate potential risks.
   • Lead, mentor, and grow a large, high-impact technology team, promoting a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence.
   • Build cross-functional teams across engineering, operations, and cybersecurity to drive large-scale projects, ensuring high performance and alignment with business objectives.
   • Oversee talent acquisition, development, and retention strategies to ensure the team is equipped to meet evolving business and technology needs.
4. Stakeholder Engagement & Communication:
   • Act as a key liaison between the technology department and stakeholders, clearly communicating technological strategies, progress, and results.
   • Collaborate with business leaders to ensure technology solutions align with broader organizational objectives.
   • Represent the company as a thought leader in the industry at relevant events, conferences, and forums.

Desired Candidate Profile

Experience:

• Proven experience in a senior technology leadership role, ideally as a CTO within the FinTech, RegTech, or SaaS industries.
• A strong track record of managing and scaling large technology teams and delivering high-impact, innovative technology solutions.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field. A master’s degree or equivalent is a plus.

Skills:

• Expertise in technology strategy, product development, large-scale architecture, and data science innovations.
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing infrastructure and team costs for large-scale technology projects.
• Deep understanding of cloud computing, data analytics, and cybersecurity.
• Proven data science expertise and experience, with a strong track record of leveraging advanced analytics and machine learning to drive business solutions and product enhancements.

Attributes:

• A visionary leader with the ability to balance high-level strategic thinking and hands-on technical execution.
• Adaptable and comfortable in fast-paced, evolving environments.
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with a passion for innovation and a commitment to building high-performance teams.