Chief Technology Officer

At TechBiz Global, we’re more than just a recruitment and software development company — we’re aGerman based global partner dedicated to your business success. With a diverse, distributed team, we specialize in IT recruitment, outstaffing, outsourcing, software development, and consulting services for more than 100 clients around over 20 countries.

At TechBiz Global, we are providing recruitment service to our TOP clients from our portfolio. We are currently seeking a **Chief Technology Officer (CTO)** to join one of our **clients**' teams. If you're looking for an exciting opportunity to grow in a innovative environment, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Role Overview

As the CTO, you will be responsible for shaping and leading the company’s technology strategy. You will oversee the engineering team, infrastructure, and product development to ensure that the platform is scalable, secure, and innovative. You will also collaborate with the executive team to align the technological roadmap with business goals, ensuring that our platform delivers value to our customers and stakeholders. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will contribute directly to building and scaling the technology infrastructure while mentoring the team.

Key Responsibilities

1. Technology Strategy & Leadership

a. Develop and communicate a clear and effective technology strategy aligned with Cutstruct’s business objectives and mission.

b. Lead the technological vision for the company, ensuring innovation and competitive advantage in the construction procurement space.

c. Oversee the development of the platform’s architecture to ensure scalability, security, and performance.

d. Ensure the technical team is empowered, aligned with business goals, and motivated to innovate and grow

2. Team Development & Management

a. Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing engineering team, providing guidance on technical execution, career development, and continuous improvement.

b. Foster a collaborative culture that promotes innovation, high standards, and accountability within the engineering team.

c. Manage engineering recruitment, training, and retention, ensuring that Cutstruct attracts top talent in the industry.

3. Platform Development & Architecture

a. Own the platform’s architecture, making sure it is future-proof, modular, and highly available.

b. Work closely with product management and engineering teams to define and prioritize the product roadmap.

c. Drive the adoption of best practices in system design, coding standards, performance optimization, and security.

4. Operational Excellence & Infrastructure Management

a. Lead the infrastructure strategy, ensuring that the platform runs efficiently, securely, and with mínimal downtime.

b. Implement industry best practices for cloud infrastructure, DevOps, and continuous integration/deployment (CI/CD).

c. Ensure strong system performance through regular monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimization of cloud infrastructure.

5. Security & Compliance

a. Develop and implement security policies to protect company data, customer information, and ensure platform integrity.

b. Oversee compliance with relevant regulations such as GDPR, data protection laws, and industry standards to ensure customer data is handled securely.

6. Cross-Functional Collaboration

a. Collaborate with product, marketing, sales, and other teams to ensure the platform’s features and capabilities meet customer needs and market demands.

b. Present technical insights and strategic vision to the board and investors, making sure the technology strategy aligns with the company’s growth plans.

c. Serve as a thought leader both internally and externally, representing Cutstruct at industry events, conferences, and with key partners.

7. Research & Innovation

a. Stay abreast of technological advancements in cloud computing, AI, machine learning, and software development to continuously drive innovation.

b. Explore and implement new technologies that could provide a competitive edge for Cutstruct.

c. Lead experimentation with emerging technologies such as blockchain, IoT, and others that can benefit the construction industry.

8. Risk Management & Incident Response

a. Develop contingency plans and disaster recovery protocols to ensure business continuity.

b. Lead incident response efforts in the event of a platform outage or breach, ensuring rapid resolution and communication to stakeholders.

c. Conduct post-mortems and implement process improvements to prevent future incidents.

Required Qualifications

**Experience**:
a. 8+ years of experience in technology roles, with at least 5 years in a senior/leadership role (e.g., Head of Engineering, CTO, VP of Engineering). b. Proven track record of scaling cloud-based SaaS platforms and leading engineering teams through complex technical challenges.

c. Experience in the construction, logistics, or marketplace industry is a plus.

Technical Skills:
a. Prof