Chief Technology Officer (CTO).
Location : Bengaluru | Type : Full-Time | Reports to : Founder / CEO / Board Member.
Job Summary :
We are looking for a visionary Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to lead the technological direction of the company.
The ideal candidate has a strong background in Software Architecture, AI / ML technologies, and a proven track record in Technical leadership. You will play a pivotal role in shaping our tech roadmap, scaling our systems, and driving innovation that aligns with business goals.
Key Responsibilities :
- Technology Strategy : Define and lead the company's technical vision and strategy aligned with business objectives.
- Software Architecture : Oversee the design and evolution of scalable, secure, and high-performance systems and platforms.
- AI / ML Innovation : Lead the development and integration of AI / ML solutions, ensuring responsible and ethical deployment.
- Team Leadership : Build, mentor, and manage high-performing engineering and data science teams.
- Cross-functional Collaboration : Partner with product, operations, and executive teams to align on technology initiatives.
- Tech Stack Ownership : Evaluate and select the most appropriate tools, frameworks, and technologies for the organization.
- Governance & Security : Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations, security best practices, and software quality standards.
- Scalability & Performance : Design for future growth, ensuring systems can handle increasing loads efficiently.
Requirements :
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (PhD is a plus).10+ years of experience in software development, including 5+ years in a senior leadership or architectural role.Deep expertise in modern software architecture patterns and frameworks.Strong experience with AI / ML model development, MLOps, and data pipeline architecture.Proven ability to lead engineering teams and deliver complex technical projects.Solid understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and DevOps practices.Excellent communication, decision-making, and organizational skills.Experience working in fast-paced, agile startup or scale-up environmentsref : hirist.tech)