Chief Technology Officer

7 years

15 - 30 Lacs

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Job Description: Technical Head / Chief Technology Officer (CTO)

Location: Mohali, Punjab (On-site / Hybrid)

Department: Technology & Product Development

Reporting To: Founder / Managing Director

Employment Type: Full-Time, 5 days a week.

Role Overview

The Technical Head (CTO) will lead the company’s entire technology and product ecosystem, driving architecture, development, and innovation across web, mobile, and AI-driven platforms. The role requires deep hands-on expertise in Django, Python, React JS, Next JS, React Native, Figma, Agora, and PostgreSQL, along with the ability to architect scalable systems and guide a growing engineering team.

The ideal candidate will blend strategic leadership with strong technical execution—owning product development, strengthening cybersecurity frameworks, and integrating AI/ML capabilities across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

1. Technology Infrastructure & Ecosystem Development

  • Architect, develop, and maintain internal IT systems, CRMs, automation pipelines, and digital workflows.
  • Build scalable backend systems using Python & Django, ensuring high security, integrity, and compliance.
  • Implement modern infrastructure with robust cybersecurity and business continuity planning.

2. Product Ownership & Platform Development

  • Lead end-to-end development of web and mobile applications using React JS, Next JS, React Native, and backend services powered by Django/Python.
  • Oversee UI/UX design coordination using Figma for wireframes and prototypes.
  • Develop real-time communication features and virtual engagement modules using Agora.
  • Ensure seamless performance, modular architecture, and integration with third-party APIs and AI-driven systems.

3. AI/ML Integration

  • Implement AI/ML models into core products for automation, recommendations, and predictive analytics.
  • Build intelligent tools leveraging NLP, LLMs, and custom ML pipelines.
  • Stay updated on new frameworks and apply AI/ML solutions to healthcare workflows and operational processes.

4. Leadership & Team Building

  • Build, mentor, and manage a team of developers, freshers, and interns—providing structured training and technical oversight.
  • Maintain a hands-on leadership style: coding, reviewing architecture, solving complex technical challenges.
  • Foster a culture focused on experimentation, innovation, quality, and accountability.

5. Innovation & Strategic Planning

  • Identify emerging technologies relevant to product scalability and competitive advantage.
  • Collaborate with leadership to develop and execute long-term technology, AI, and automation strategies.
  • Drive continuous improvement through code quality, DevOps best practices, and modern engineering standards.

Preferred Qualifications & Attributes

Educational Background

  • B.Tech (mandatory) and preferably M.Tech in CS, IT, or related fields from a reputed institution.

Professional Experience

  • Proven experience as a CTO, Technical Head, or Senior Technology Lead in HealthTech, SaaS, AI/ML, or product-based companies.
  • Hands-on expertise building platforms using Django, Python, React JS, Next JS, React Native, PostgreSQL, and modern UI/UX workflows via Figma.
  • Experience with real-time integrations (e.g., Agora), microservices, CI/CD, and cloud environments.
  • Exposure to healthcare standards like HIPAA, HL7, and secure system architecture is preferred.

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong leadership and mentoring skills with experience managing diverse teams.
  • Strategic thinker with strong analytical and decision-making capabilities.
  • Excellent communication skills—able to convert complex tech solutions into business insights.
  • Deep understanding of data security, cybersecurity practices, and scalable engineering principles.
  • Passionate about technology-driven innovation, automation, and lifelong learning.

Core Technical Areas

  • Full-stack development using Django/Python + React/Next JS
  • Mobile app development using React Native
  • Real-time communication systems using Agora
  • UI/UX prototyping with Figma
  • PostgreSQL database design and optimization
  • AI/ML and NLP-powered product features
  • Cloud infrastructure (AWS/Azure/GCP) and DevOps pipelines
  • End-to-end cybersecurity frameworks and IT governance

Team Structure & Expectations

The Technical Head will lead an in-house technology team consisting of developers, interns, and trainees.

A hands-on approach is essential—designing architectures, writing clean code, mentoring developers, and building systems from scratch.

The candidate must demonstrate the ability to train junior engineers and scale products rapidly.

Ideal Candidate Profile

A visionary technologist with strong execution skills—equally comfortable building architectures, writing production-ready code, and mentoring a team.

A person who thrives in dynamic environments, loves solving complex problems, and is passionate about building high-impact technology solutions in HealthTech, AI, and SaaS ecosystems.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹125,000.00 - ₹250,000.00 per month

Benefits:

  • Flexible schedule
  • Leave encashment
  • Paid sick time

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Sohana, Mohali, Punjab: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Application Question(s):

  • Have you worked with startups?

Education:

  • Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

  • IT: 7 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

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