Chief Technology Office

Key Responsibilities :

Lead the technical design and development of products initiated by the venture architect and product manager.
Ensure that multiple products across different projects are developed simultaneously without compromise on quality.
Define and execute a technology strategy in line with product and organizational goals.
Champion Agile methodologies across development teams.
Work closely with Scrum Master, Product Owner, and cross-functional teams to ensure efficient sprint cycles and product backlog management.
Coordinate with Product Manager and Venture Architect to understand and prioritize technological requirements.
Direct multiple product development projects, ensuring timely and quality delivery.
Lead tech teams with an emphasis on Agile and collaborative product development.
Facilitate continuous learning, innovation, and skills enhancement.
Ensure that products are secure, compliant, and scalable.
Mitigate technological challenges and vulnerabilities.
Serve as the key liaison between the technology department and other departments, especially Operations.
Engage with executive boards and other department heads to communicate technological developments and requirements.
Represent technology and product development initiatives in strategic meetings.
Oversee tech budget, ensuring optimal allocation to various projects.
Manage tech assets, tools, and vendor contracts pertinent to product development.

Qualifications & required skills:

Educational Background: Bachelor’s/ Master’s in Computer Science or related.
Experience:
10+ years in IT, with 5+ in leadership roles in a tech or startup environment.
Proven experience in overseeing multiple product development projects simultaneously.