Chief Technology Officer
The Company we are working with is passionate about revolutionizing education. They believe in the power of technology to unlock the potential of every learner, have a mission to create innovative and engaging learning experiences that are accessible and affordable to all.
About the Role:
The Chief Technology Officer (CTO) will play a critical role in driving the technological vision and success of the company. This is a hands-on leadership position that requires a strong technical background, excellent leadership and communication skills, and a passion for education. The CTO will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the company's technology strategy, from product development and engineering to IT infrastructure and cybersecurity.
Responsibilities:
- Technology Strategy & Roadmap:
- Develop and execute a comprehensive technology strategy aligned with the company's overall business objectives.
- Define and prioritize technology initiatives and roadmaps to support product innovation and growth.
- Conduct market research and technology assessments to identify emerging trends and technologies that can be leveraged to gain a competitive advantage.
- Product Development & Engineering:
- Lead and mentor a high-performing team of engineers, including software engineers, data scientists, and DevOps engineers.
- Oversee the entire product development lifecycle, from concept and design to development, testing, and deployment.
- Ensure the timely and high-quality delivery of software products and services.
- Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the engineering team.
- IT Infrastructure & Operations:
- Design, implement, and maintain a robust and scalable IT infrastructure to support the company's growing needs.
- Ensure the security and reliability of all company data and systems.
- Implement and maintain appropriate cybersecurity measures to protect the company from cyber threats.
- Manage IT budgets and resources effectively.
- Data & Analytics:
- Leverage data and analytics to drive product decisions and improve business outcomes.
- Develop and implement data-driven strategies for user acquisition, engagement, and retention.
- Build and maintain data pipelines and dashboards to provide valuable insights into user behavior and product performance.
- Leadership & Management:
- Build and lead a high-performing technology team.
- Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
- Mentor and develop the skills of direct reports.
- Effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including investors, partners, and customers.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
- 10+ years of experience in software engineering and product development.
- 5+ years of experience in a leadership role (e.g., CTO, VP of Engineering).
- Proven experience in building and scaling high-growth technology companies.
- Strong technical expertise in relevant technologies, including cloud computing (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform), data warehousing, and big data analytics.
- Experience with agile development methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong leadership, mentorship, and team-building skills.
- Passion for education and a strong desire to make a positive impact on the world.
Bonus Points:
- Experience in the education technology sector.
- Experience with machine learning and artificial intelligence.
- Experience with mobile and web application development.
- Experience with data science and data visualization.
Oscar Associates Limited (US) is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.