- Shape the future of a leading SaaS MedTech Company
- Run a 40+ Team and opportunity for global scale
- Remote First Company
The Company
Our client is on a mission to revolutionise the cosmetic & aesthetics industry by building a SaaS Product empowering professionals to establish leading businesses. They are recognised as one of Australia's fastest-growing tech companies and are looking for a collaborative, dynamic, and strategic thinker to evolve, lead, and execute their technology strategy globally. This senior leadership role offers the opportunity to shape the future of a rapidly growing company, directly impacting its growth trajectory. The role requires a blend of strategic thinking, hands-on execution, and thought leadership to inspire and mentor a dynamic and diverse team.
The Role
As Chief Technology Officer (CTO), you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future. Your primary responsibility will be to develop a comprehensive tech strategy that aligns with business objectives while driving scalability. You will lead efforts in product innovation and system architecture improvements while ensuring the security and stability of technology systems. Your role will also involve overseeing software development, cloud infrastructure, and IT operations.
You will have a good leadership team, with a strong Head of Engineering and a very capable Head of Product. There are 4x team's with 40+ staff, and team lead's in each area, mostly offshore but looking to build an on-shore team immediately.
The biggest challenge is prioritisation of a congested product roadmap. Lots to do, and they need someone experienced balancing speed of delivery with the new standards/frameworks/quality/time and "product empathy".
Environment
- Legacy: vue.js, express.js, node.js, AWS/EC2, EKS, Cloudfare, Cloudfront, Swift (mobile)
- New Product: React.js, Node.js, AWS, MongoDB
- Analytics: BigQuery, ETL, DBT, MongoDB
We are looking for an honest, hard-working, kind, humble, high EQ leader who wants to rip in and make something cool! There is global scale, scope and opportunity to build. The biggest challenge is prioritisation of a congested product roadmap. Lots to do, and we need someone experienced balancing speed of delivery with the new standards/frameworks/quality/time and "product empathy".
Responsibilities
- Lead the development of a comprehensive tech strategy and long-term roadmap that supports business objectives and drives scalability
- Align technology initiatives with organisational goals, balancing the needs of different departments including product development, operations, and customer experience
- Lead efforts in product innovation, system architecture improvements, and operational efficiency
- Ensure the security, stability, and scalability of technology systems, with a focus on protecting sensitive patient data and adhering to compliance standards
- Oversee software development, cloud infrastructure, and IT operations, optimising processes for reliability and performance
Skills & Experience
The ideal candidate for this Chief Technology Officer position brings extensive leadership experience in a similar role within a fast-paced environment. You possess a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering or have equivalent experience. Your ability to build strong relationships at all levels of an organisation is matched by your high level of integrity, empathy, and emotional intelligence. You thrive when working collaboratively with diverse teams and have strong analytical skills.
- 5+ years of leadership experience in a CTO or equivalent role
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- Ability to build strong relationships and influence at all levels of the organisation
- High level of integrity, empathy, and emotional intelligence
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse and cross-functional teams
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply. To apply please click apply or call Ben Leighton on +61 2 82893139 for a confidential discussion.
