CTO for US based SAAS firm

Position Overview

The Chief Technology Officer (CTO) is the senior executive responsible for the organization’s technology vision, strategy, and execution. This role oversees product development, technical operations, engineering, and IT infrastructure, ensuring technology initiatives align with business goals and drive innovation, efficiency, and growth.

Key Responsibilities1. Technology Strategy & Leadership

• Define and execute the company’s technology vision in alignment with overall business strategy.
• Lead technology roadmaps for product development, system architecture, and digital transformation.
• Evaluate and adopt emerging technologies that improve efficiency, competitiveness, and innovation.

2. Product & Platform Development

• Oversee the design, development, and deployment of all products, platforms, and services.
• Ensure scalability, reliability, and security of technology platforms.
• Drive the adoption of best practices in software engineering, DevOps, and architecture.

3. Technical Operations & Infrastructure

• Manage IT infrastructure, cloud services, and cybersecurity policies.
• Ensure systems meet compliance standards (e.g., GDPR, SOC 2, SEC/FINRA if applicable).
• Oversee disaster recovery and business continuity planning.

4. Team Management & Culture

• Build and lead a high-performing engineering and technical team.
• Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Mentor senior engineers and technical managers.

5. Stakeholder Collaboration

• Partner with CEO, COO, and other executives to align technology and business priorities.
• Communicate technology plans, progress, and risks to investors and board members.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and operations to ensure technology enables growth.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (MBA or PhD a plus).
• Experience: 8–15+ years in technology leadership, with at least 5 years in a senior management role.
• Proven track record in scaling technology organizations.
• Expertise in software development, cloud architecture, cybersecurity, and emerging tech trends.
• Strong understanding of budgeting, resource allocation, and vendor management.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of translating complex technical concepts into business terms.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in startup or high-growth environments.
• Knowledge of AI/ML, data analytics, blockchain, or other relevant emerging technologies.
• Experience working with distributed or offshore teams.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and product management processes.

Performance Metrics (KPIs)

• Delivery of technology roadmap on schedule and within budget.
• System uptime and security incident reduction.
• Product adoption rates and customer satisfaction scores.
• Team retention and recruitment success.
• Efficiency gains from technology implementations.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹6,486,319.00 - ₹9,486,319.00 per year

Benefits:

• Work from home