Chief Technology Officer (CTO) - E-commerce

At DTCjob.com, we're not just another job board; we're a private community directly connected with over 200 hot DTC e-commerce companies. We're fundamentally working to build in-house teams for these companies by connecting top-tier talent to the right opportunity.

As you apply on DTCjob.com, you fill out one simple, one-time application form. From there, our team takes over. We go through your application and, when we feel that you'll be a good fit, we hook you up directly with the company. You won't have to apply again or constantly dig through job postings; we handle everything to make sure your skills are aligned with the best opportunities. This might take from a few hours up to several weeks.

While we do not hire directly on behalf of ourselves, we work with leading DTC brands and agencies to ensure you find a position offering growth, job security, and an engaging work environment.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and lead the overall technology strategy for the e-commerce platform, ensuring scalability, security, and high performance.
• Oversee the architecture and development of the e-commerce platform, including integrations with payment gateways, CRM, and other third-party services.
• Lead and mentor the engineering team, driving innovation, efficiency, and product delivery aligned with business goals.
• Collaborate with product, marketing, and customer experience teams to implement features that enhance user experience and increase conversion rates.
• Manage cloud infrastructure (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud) to ensure seamless operation, optimal performance, and cost-efficiency.
• Implement best practices in e-commerce development, including CI/CD pipelines, A/B testing, and data-driven decision-making.
• Ensure data security and compliance with relevant e-commerce regulations (PCI-DSS, GDPR).
• Use data analytics to monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), customer behavior, and platform performance, leveraging insights to inform technological improvements.
• Lead efforts to optimize website speed, mobile responsiveness, and overall user experience (UX) design.
• Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and collaboration within the technology team.
• Develop and manage the technology budget, ensuring strategic allocation of resources for maximum business impact.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a CTO or in a senior technology leadership role within an e-commerce company.
• Strong knowledge of e-commerce platforms (e.g., Shopify, Magento, WooCommerce) and technologies such as APIs, microservices, and cloud infrastructure.
• Expertise in cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) and experience in managing scalable, high-traffic e-commerce platforms.
• Strong background in web development, UX/UI design, and e-commerce optimization techniques.
• Experience with data analytics, A/B testing, and data-driven decision-making for conversion rate optimization.
• Deep understanding of payment gateways, CRM systems, inventory management systems, and e-commerce integrations.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with a proven ability to lead technical teams and collaborate with non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of data security, compliance, and privacy regulations related to e-commerce.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in scaling e-commerce platforms in high-growth environments.
• Knowledge of machine learning, AI, and personalization techniques for e-commerce optimization.
• Previous experience in international e-commerce operations, including multi-currency and multi-language functionality.

Working with DTCjob.com will be more than just getting a job; it is like landing into an ecosystem that ensures your long-term success in the DTC world.