2,967 Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Jobs - August 2026

ABOUT NUBINARY NuBinary is a fractional-CTO service and software development consulting firm working with startups in various stages, MVP development, scaling, team building and more. We work with a diverse range of clients in areas such as IOT, Smart Connected Devices, AI, Machine Learning, MedTech, Smart Manufacturing, Home Automation and more. Through our fractional CTO services, we help startups minimize their risk and cost while maximizing their value proposition by sharing with them years of entrepreneurship and tech leadership experience from our team. We provide end-to-end product development services including web/cloud, mobile, hardware and firmware development. At our core, we are passionate about providing support to startups. We offer a wide range of services that cater to their unique needs, such as MVP development, hiring, and expert guidance on critical areas such as digital transformation, cybersecurity, and more. Our goal is to equip startups with the resources they need to achieve their business objectives and stay ahead of the competition. JOB DESCRIPTION As we continue to grow, we are in search of an experienced Fractional Chief Technology Officer (CTO) with a focus on AI. The successful candidate will join our highly skilled and motivated team of serial entrepreneurs and former CTOs. This is an opportunity to engage with the vibrant startup ecosystem of the Toronto-Waterloo corridor and potentially take on the CTO role in different startups. This contractual role carries the potential for transitioning to a full-time position in the future. The position is immediately available for candidates located anywhere in Canada, with a preference for individuals with prior consulting or contractual experience. MUST HAVE : Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field. Minimum of 7 years of experience in AI-focused projects, including but not limited to Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Natural Language Processing, etc. Experience leading or managing technical teams in AI-centric startups. Demonstrable experience with AI/ML models development, deployment, and management. Expertise in AI project scoping, cost estimation, and product road mapping. REQUIRED SKILLS : Deep understanding of AI/ML algorithms and software architecture design patterns. Proficiency in AI-focused development and deployment in cloud infrastructure. Familiarity with Agile Project Management and Lean Startup methodologies within the context of AI projects. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. GREAT TO HAVE : Master’s or Ph.D. degree in AI, Machine Learning, or a related field. Previous experience as a technical co-founder of an AI-based startup. Software development consulting or freelance experience with AI-focused startups. LOCATION : Based in Canada JOB TYPE : Contract Hourly Rate: 120 - 170 CAD Equal Opportunity Employe r: NuBinary is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment

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We are seeking an experienced Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to guide the technical vision and strategy for a cutting-edge digital wealth management platform. This role focuses on defining long-term technology direction and governance while collaborating closely with various stakeholders. Key responsibilities include leading technology architecture, driving AI integration, ensuring security compliance, and providing engineering leadership. This strategic leadership position emphasizes technology governance and business alignment over day-to-day software development.

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The E.W. Scripps Company seeks a strategic technology leader to fill the role of Chief Technology Officer (CTO), focusing on shaping the future of media technology and innovation. The CTO will define the enterprise technology strategy, aligning it with business priorities and developing high-performing teams. This leadership role emphasizes collaboration across the organization to harness technology as a central driver for growth, operational excellence, and competitive advantage. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in technology leadership, particularly in media or digital sectors.

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Do you enjoy working with multiple clients at once? Do you like the idea of Fractional CTO work but don't want the hassle of running a business? SMB Team is seeking an internal, FULL TIME HIRE who can serve as part of our team of Fractional CTOs to our portfolio of law firm owner clients. We are looking for deliver AI readiness assessments and ongoing fractional CTO services to small law firms, helping them adopt AI tools, strengthen their technology infrastructure, and build internal capability. Generating revenue and client impact for SMB Team. WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU? 📈 An opportunity to be a part of the #1 Fastest Growing Legal Marketing Coaching Company in the U.S. 🦷 BENEFITS – We pay for 75% of your Medical, Dental, Vision insurance for YOU and YOUR FAMILY. ☀️ FLEXIBLE VACATION TIME - We encourage you to take time to recharge so you can be your best here at work. 💡 EDUCATION – Team member education and learning budget on courses, events and books. 🌴 FUN – Company activities, outings, and retreats. 💲 INVESTMENTS – 401(k) with a 3% Match. 💻 WORK STYLE – WFH or come to the office. The choice is yours! The salary for this role is $150,000-$160,000 annually based on experience. Key Responsibilities: Conduct Phase 1 AI Readiness Assessments for small law firms (technology audit, data infrastructure mapping, compliance review, readiness scoring, opportunity analysis, tool demos, workflow implementation, and final report delivery) Deliver AI coaching sessions (2 per Phase 1 engagement) and serve as on-call AI advisor for Phase 2 retainer clients Maintain ongoing Phase 2 retainer relationships: monthly check-ins, dashboard maintenance, AI tool adoption oversight, and light IT/security tasks Manage client pipeline in coordination with SMB Team sales; contribute to pre-sales scoping calls and proposal support Stay current on legal AI tooling (Harvey, Clio Duo, Copilot for M365, Casetext, etc.) and update SMB Team’s recommended stack as the landscape evolves Document all client-facing work in SMB Team’s systems; contribute reusable templates and playbooks to the practice library Flag blockers, scope changes, or delivery risks to the CTO in a timely manner

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Wealthy Group of Companies is a thriving real estate organization focused on long-term value creation through disciplined investment and strategic expansion. They seek an experienced Chief Technology Officer to oversee technology strategy, infrastructure, and systems organization-wide. The ideal candidate will have a strong real estate technology background, aligning IT goals with business objectives while enhancing efficiency and scalability in their operations.

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BaRupOn LLC seeks a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to oversee its Nuclear/SMR programs. This executive role involves strategic and regulatory guidance, with responsibilities including reactor design, NRC licensing strategies, and team leadership. The successful candidate will engage with regulatory bodies, lead multidisciplinary teams, and integrate business objectives with technical strategies to push clean energy initiatives. Ideal candidates will have substantial experience in the nuclear sector and demonstrate leadership capabilities necessary to influence the company's direction in advanced reactor technologies.

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Sia is seeking a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to lead their technology strategy with a focus on AI and Data Science platforms. This hybrid role, based in Mumbai, carries group-wide responsibility for both internal and external platforms, supporting AI-driven offerings and digital transformation initiatives. The CTO will oversee the industrialization of AI and data capabilities to ensure scalable, secure, and high-performing platforms. The ideal candidate will have experience building and scaling AI/ML platforms, strong leadership skills, and a strategic vision in technology and innovation.

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About Foodsmart Foodsmart is the leading telenutrition and foodcare platform, serving more than 3 million members across employer-sponsored health plans, Medicaid managed care organizations, Medicare Advantage plans, and commercial insurers. Backed by a national network of registered dietitians, the platform pairs personalized nutrition care with a benefits marketplace that drives measurable, lasting health outcomes. In 2024, TPG's The Rise Fund invested $200M into Foodsmart. We are in a high-growth phase where technology is a direct driver of commercial results, member experience, and clinical impact. Our published outcomes include 42% of food-insecure members becoming food-secure within six months, meaningful weight loss and HbA1c improvement at 24 months, and an NPS of 86. The Opportunity This is a hands-on CTO role for a leader who stays close to the work and builds alongside the team. We are building a focused, fast-moving engineering organization at a moment when the business needs technology to move faster, ship higher-quality products, and translate directly into commercial, clinical, and member value. We recently moved to a pod-based operating model and brought on a strong Chief Product Officer who will be the CTO's closest counterpart in building and shipping products. Over the past year we have invested in a strong foundational and data layer, and we have stood up a pod-based operating model that has meaningfully accelerated our product development lifecycle. The next CTO inherits an infrastructure and a working delivery model, and a clear runway to build on it and ship products that matter, rather than starting from scratch. We run an engineering organization across a US-based team and a newly deployed offshore team in India. A core part of the CTO's mandate is to develop the long-range plan for domestic and offshore staffing, shaping how and where the organization grows as we scale. This is also a rare moment to shape what a transformative consumer-driven healthcare business can do with AI. We are looking for someone energized by the opportunity to use AI not only to accelerate how we build, but to create entirely new service offerings and new forms of value for members and partners. Beyond product, this CTO will be a leader in a broad organizational transformation toward becoming a truly AI-enabled company, applying the technology across how the whole business operates. Foodsmart exists to bring foodcare to underserved populations and to take on some of the country's hardest problems: access to affordable, healthy food and changing behaviors to support sustainably healthier lives. The right leader is genuinely motivated by that mission and believes technology is how we deliver on it at scale. We are looking for a builder: someone with a real fire in the belly, who loves being close to the work, has a strong bias for action, and holds themselves and their team to a high standard. This person thinks about technology in terms of the outcomes it produces and brings the urgency of a startup to a company at scale. What You Will Own First 12 Months — Outcomes Get and stay close to the work. Establish yourself as a leader who is directly engaged in the product day to day, so quality issues are caught early, decisions reach closure quickly, and urgency is felt across the whole organization. Deliver a step-change in product and interface quality. Put in place the standards, ownership, and follow-through that eliminate recurring member- and client-facing defects, so fixes hold the first time. Build a true partnership with the CPO and the broader business. Operate as one product-and-engineering leadership unit, converting a shared roadmap into shipped software with clear trade-offs, realistic capacity, and predictable delivery. Make delivery visible and accountable. Stand up lightweight, real cadences — weekly shipped-work demos, engineering metrics, and a simple capacity view — that build business and board confidence without heavy process. Build and retain a high-caliber team. Assess, develop, and level the engineering, data, IT, and security organization, and attract the talent needed to scale, while managing infrastructure cost against benchmarks. Set the domestic and offshore staffing strategy . Develop the long-range plan for the US and India-based organization, shaping how and where the team grows to balance capability, cost, and speed as we scale. Make AI a real productivity and product advantage. Move the organization from talking about AI to shipping with it — in the development process and in the member and partner experience — with pragmatic judgment about where it adds value. Keep the platform secure and compliant. Ensure security, IT, and infrastructure continue to meet HIPAA, SOC 2, and the standards expected of a healthcare platform at scale. Ongoing Scope Full ownership of Engineering, Data, IT, and Security across the US and India-based organization. Technical vision mapped directly to business strategy and commercial outcomes. The health, standards, and cost efficiency of the software development organization. Reliability, performance, and scalability of the web and mobile platform serving members and partners. Who you are The behaviors below are the ones that matter most for this role and this stage. We are being deliberately specific because fit here is defined as much by how someone leads as by what they have built. Must-Haves Mission-driven — genuinely energized by the problem we are solving; who believes in bringing foodcare to underserved populations and is motivated by using technology to expand access to affordable, healthy food and help people build sustainably healthier lives. A hands-on builder who leads from inside the work, with a real fire in the belly and a strong bias for action; close to the product, the team, and the details, and stays hands-on as the organization scales. Strong consumer technology experience and a record of building commercially viable products , with a track record of shipping consumer or consumer-grade experiences that customers love and that move the business. An accountable owner who owns outcomes end to end, drives decisions to closure, holds themselves and their team to a high standard, and does not deflect accountability to other teams. Brings urgency to what matters most. A genuine product partner, energized by working with a strong Chief Product Officer and other business leaders; sees product and engineering as a single delivery unit. Business-minded; prioritizes the work that drives business impact, speaks in terms of outcomes rather than activity and makes clear trade-offs against commercial and clinical goals. A talent magnet and builder of teams who can attract, assess, develop, and retain excellent technical talent, and who sets and holds a high standard across the organization. An excellent communicator, written and verbal, able to translate between technical and business audiences and build alignment across the executive team and the board. Fluent and pragmatic on AI, with early-adopter instincts with the judgment to apply AI where it creates leverage in product and development, and the ambition to help lead the company's broader transformation into a truly AI-enabled business. Strongly Preferred Healthcare or digital health experience, and comfort with the compliance and security realities of the space (HIPAA, SOC 2). Experience scaling engineering in a growth-stage, PE- or VC-backed company, with an appreciation for cost discipline alongside growth. Experience leading distributed engineering organizations across US and offshore teams, and building the staffing strategy for both. Experience with two-sided marketplace or multi-stakeholder platforms. A self-aware, feedback-seeking growth mindset, and a kind, collaborative style that fits our values. Experience Typically 15+ years of relevant industry experience, including direct responsibility for setting org structure and technical vision across multiple products, and a track record of leading and coaching engineering organizations through scale. What matters most is not the size of the largest team led, but a demonstrated pattern of staying close to the work, shipping quality product, and driving commercial outcomes in partnership with product. How we work Three commitments define our culture. We put the customer first , starting with the member and working backwards to deliver experiences that earn lasting trust, and equipping our dietitians to provide exceptional, personalized care. We make it happen , taking on big challenges with hunger and courage, deciding from data, holding relentlessly high standards, and accelerating impact through innovation. And we operate as one team , investing in outstanding people, debating openly, and committing fully once a direction is set. Foodsmart offers: 🏠 Remote-First Culture — Work from anywhere with a flexible schedule. 🏝️ Unlimited PTO — We prioritize rest and recharging. 🏥 Comprehensive Healthcare — Robust medical, dental, and vision coverage. 💰 Financial Wellness — 401k, performance bonuses, and equity options. 🥗 Personalized Nutrition — Access to our network of Registered Dietitians. Foodsmart is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic. Compensation is determined by role, level, and geography. The stated range reflects the target for new hires based at our San Francisco headquarters; individual offers are tailored to work location, professional expertise, and educational background.

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True Classic is seeking a Chief Technology Officer to lead the company's technology strategy and oversee its enterprise systems, integrations, and AI capabilities. This strategic role requires a hands-on leader adept at modernizing technology while ensuring reliability and effectiveness. The CTO will influence the organization's DTC, retail, and wholesale strategies, driving operational excellence enterprise-wide. Ideal candidates will possess extensive experience in technology leadership and a proven ability to build and manage diverse technical teams in a fast-paced environment.

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Job Description: What does a cell phone in your pocket, a spaceship, and an electric vehicle have in common? Ellsworth Adhesives supplies key materials for each of those products! Ellsworth Corporation, a global, industry leading distributor of specialty chemicals and equipment and adhesive manufacturer currently has a Chief Technology Officer opportunity. This role reports into our corporate headquarters located in Germantown, WI and is an on-site/hybrid role. Want to continue to grow your career? This is an exciting time to be a part of Ellsworth, come join our team! Ellsworth Corporation is a family-run company that has had continuous growth for over 50 years. We are an industry-leading global distributor, manufacturer, and packager of adhesives used by cell phone, medical device, space/aerospace, and electric vehicle industries! Click here to see our state-of-the-art facility and distribution center and learn more about our business, and here to find out more about the industries we serve, and here to learn about our consumer and manufacturing divisions. Role Summary Provide strategic enterprise technology and transformation leadership while partnering closely with, and as a member of, the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) and the VP IT to modernize, secure, scale, and elevate the company’s business technology capabilities to unlock value. This role sits at the intersection of enterprise architecture, digital transformation, cybersecurity, data, and operational enablement. As a trusted advisor and hands-on leader, the CTO will define and guide technology strategy aligned to business priorities, ownership values, and long-term growth while ensuring disciplined execution through internal teams and partners. Responsibilities Enterprise Technology Strategy Roadmap Define and maintain a clear, multi-year enterprise technology strategy and roadmap aligned to business growth, operational efficiency, and ownership priorities Balance near-term delivery (stability, performance, security) with long-term modernization and scalability Provide executive-level guidance on technology investments, sequencing, and trade-offs Establish enterprise technology governance and prioritization frameworks, partnering with executive leadership to align investments, sequencing, and capacity with business strategy and organizational readiness Business Enablement Digital Transformation Identify and unlock new revenue growth opportunities by leveraging technology, digital capabilities, and emerging market trends across products, services, and customer engagement models Partner with commercial and product leaders to develop and scale technology-enabled offerings, including digital services, data-driven insights, and customer/partner platforms that enhance value proposition and differentiation Drive innovation by evaluating and advancing new technologies, business models, and digital solutions that contribute to both top-line growth and margin expansion Collaborate cross-functionally to identify opportunities for process re-engineering and automation, improving operational efficiency, cost structure, and throughput Translate business strategy into technology-enabled capability roadmaps that accelerate growth, improve customer experience, and support scalable expansion across regions and markets Partner with business leaders to enable digital capabilities across commercial, supply chain, and operations Guide modernization of core platforms (ERP, CRM, data, ecommerce, integrations) Ensure technology solutions are practical, adopted, and deliver measurable business value Establish mechanisms to pilot, test, and scale new digital initiatives, ensuring disciplined experimentation while maintaining alignment with enterprise priorities and risk tolerance Enterprise Architecture Systems Integration Oversee and govern enterprise architecture principles, integration standards, and data flows Reduce complexity, redundancy, and technical debt across the application landscape Lead the strategy to ensure scalable, secure integration between internal systems, suppliers, customers, and partners Cybersecurity, Risk Technology Governance Provide executive oversight of cybersecurity posture, risk management, and resilience planning Ensure appropriate policies, controls, and vendor practices are in place to protect the enterprise Partner with Legal, Finance, HR and Operations on compliance, audit readiness, and incident response Data, Analytics Decision Enablement Strengthen data governance, quality, and accessibility across the enterprise Enable analytics and reporting that support executive decision-making, operational insights, and performance management Guide prioritization of data and analytics investments to maximize ROI Partner with functional leaders to define and operationalize enterprise data ownership, governance, and strategy ensuring aligned metrics, trusted reporting, and improved decision-making Collaborate across the organization to identify and apply AI, automation, and analytics to enhance decision-making, operational efficiency, customer/partner experience, and scalability Technology Operations Vendor Leadership Provide strategic oversight to internal IT leadership and external partners Ensure disciplined vendor selection, contract management, and performance accountability Serve as an escalation point for complex or high-impact technology decisions Evolve operational KPIs, performance metrics, and vendor reviews to strengthen transparency, accountability, service delivery, and business alignment Change Leadership Executive Partnership Support major initiatives such as system implementations, integrations, acquisitions, AI, and organizational change Translate technical concepts into clear, business-relevant guidance for executives and board members Build trust and alignment in a matrixed, relationship-driven environment Provide education to executive leadership on emerging technologies, cybersecurity, data/analytics, AI, and digital capabilities to strengthen enterprise-wide technology acumen Serve as a trusted strategic advisor to executive leadership shaping technology-enabled business strategy, operational scalability, investment prioritization, and enterprise transformation decisions Serve as a strategic partner to executive leadership in shaping long-term business strategy, enterprise scalability, operational capability evolution, and technology-enabled growth initiatives Performs full range of people-management responsibilities, including interviewing, hiring, disciplinary actions, performance management, compensation decisions, coaching and development PERKS BENEFITS As an industry leader, we offer a competitive wage, bonus plan, and a comprehensive benefit package which includes Health, Prescription, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Flexible Spending, 401(k), Employee Assistance, Paid Time Off and Holidays, Wellness Program, Social Events, Community Involvement and much more! Click Here for a summary of Employee Benefits. Experience 10+ years of progressive technology leadership experience, including 5+ years in senior or executive roles Bachelor’s degree in Business or a related field, Master’s of Business Administration (MBA) or other advanced degree preferred Demonstrated success serving as a CTO, CIO, or senior technology advisor , including or interim leadership models Experience supporting B2B distribution, industrial, manufacturing, or complex operational environments Proven ability to modernize legacy environments while maintaining business continuity Experience operating within family-owned, privately held, or founder-led organizations , balancing agility with stewardship Track record of guiding organizations through digital transformation, system implementations, cybersecurity maturation, or M A integration Leadership Operating Style Business-first mindset with strong technical depth Clear, pragmatic communicator who builds credibility with executives and leaders Comfortable influencing without direct authority Disciplined, outcomes-oriented, and risk-aware Trusted advisor who brings perspective, calm, and clarity during change Travel Approximately 25% domestic and occasional international travel is required to support customers, field sales teams, suppliers, and global business initiatives #Corp #Leadership #CTO #InformationTechnology

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Chief Technology Officer Contract: Permanent Closing Date: Wednesday 19th August Wellcome is partnering with Gordon Eden on this search. To apply for this role please submit an up-to-date CV and a short supporting statement outlining your suitability for the role to [email protected] You can view details of Gordon Eden’s privacy policy here Any applications submitted directly to Wellcome may not be considered. Founded in 1936, Wellcome is a politically and financially independent global charitable foundation, dedicated to supporting research to improve health, based in London, UK. It funds its work with the returns from an investment portfolio, which is managed in-house and currently stands at £37bn. ​Wellcome’s vision is a healthier future for everyone, which it works to achieve through its mission of supporting science to solve the urgent health challenges facing everyone. Wellcome’s strategy centres on programmes that enable the funding of research, advocating for change and engaging people. Under the current strategy, Wellcome has identified three urgent health challenges facing everyone – Climate and Health, Infectious Diseases, and Mental Health – which need a solutions focussed approach. It is also deeply committed to funding and supporting open-ended, curiosity-drive discovery research that generates new knowledge, insights and understanding about life, health and wellbeing. Reporting directly into the COO, the Chief Technology Officer will be a member of the Extended Executive Committee and Operations Leadership Team and will lead Wellcome's Data, Digital and Technology function of approximately 175 colleagues. The CTO will define and deliver a coherent enterprise-wide vision and strategy for technology, data and digital capability across Wellcome, supporting its organisational objectives and long-term ambitions. They will lead the next phase of Wellcome’s transformation, balancing long-term change with operational stability, resilience and business confidence. Key priorities will include establishing an enterprise data strategy across governance, architecture, analytics and business intelligence; shaping Wellcome’s responsible adoption of AI and automation; modernising its technology platforms and enterprise architecture; and strengthening cyber security, technology risk, data protection and governance. The CTO will also build a high-performing and engaged Data, Digital and Technology function and develop trusted relationships across Wellcome’s leadership community and with strategic technology partners. The successful candidate will combine strategic vision, enterprise transformation experience and technological depth with strong people leadership. They will have experience leading large-scale technology, data and digital functions within complex organisations and a proven track record of delivering enterprise-wide transformation. Collaborative, pragmatic and outcome-focused, they will bring the ability to win hearts and minds through a change agenda and a genuine enthusiasm for Wellcome’s mission to improve health through science. You can read more about the benefits we offer our employees on our website Our Hybrid Way of Working We understand that our colleagues have commitments and personal interests outside of work and we strive to build a flexible working environment, in which people can perform at their best. At Wellcome we have a hybrid way of working which is 3 days in our Euston Road offices (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday) with the remaining 2 days working either remotely or in the office. Diversity and Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do Diversity and Inclusion is a priority at Wellcome. We are committed to cultivating a fair and inclusive environment, where everyone can be themselves and thrive. We are happy to discuss flexible working options for all roles. We work to ensure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible to everyone. This includes making adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition. Please visit our website for more information on adjustments and accessibility, or contact us at [email protected]. Upon a conditional offer being made, the successful applicant for this position will be required to undertake a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service (or equivalent) criminal record check to disclose any ‘ unspent ’ criminal convictions or conditional cautions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The criminal record check with not show anything that is ‘ spent ’. For further guidance on disclosure of criminal records please see this UK Government Guidance . You can view our Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders here . You can view our Privacy Statement here .

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Our mission We're making Africa the first cashless continent. In 2017, over half the population in Sub-Saharan Africa had no bank account. That's for good reason—the fees are too high, the closest branch can be miles away, and nobody takes cards. Without access to financial institutions, people are forced to keep their savings under the mattress. Small business owners rely on lenders who charge extortionate rates. Parents spend hours waiting in line to pay school fees in cash. We're solving this by building financial services that just work: no account fees, instantly available, and accepted everywhere. In places where electricity, water and roads don't always work, you can still send money with Wave. In 2017, we launched a mobile app in Senegal for cash deposit, withdrawal, and peer-to-peer and business payments. Now, we have millions of users across 9 countries and are growing fast. Our goal is to make Africa the first cashless continent and that's where you come in... How you'll help us achieve it We're looking for a CTO who wants to own engineering end to end: the systems, the people, and the standards for a company whose work changes lives. Keep us fast as we get bigger: We deliberately favor fewer processes, simple designs, and deeply understood tools, because that's what lets a small team operate a system this important. Your job is to protect that as the headcount grows and ensure more ownership per engineer, and a clear view of where complexity is genuinely worth it. Own reliability: Wave is the financial system for millions of people who have no alternative. You'll set the standards for uptime, incident response, and how carefully we change things that move money and you'll be accountable when we fall short. Build and lead the leadership layer: You'll inherit 5 direct reports and an engineering organization of ~132 people including security, data and infrastructure. The CISO will also be reporting to you. You will be responsible for hiring, developing, and where necessary replacing engineering managers and directors. You'll be personally involved in senior hiring. Set our vision on AI. We're already shipping AI in production as autonomous voice and digital agents handle over 10 million customer interactions a month across West Africa and we're building tooling so engineers can use coding agents safely inside a large Python monolith. You’ll help us be truly AI forward, not just a pragmatic adopter. Support expansion. Wave is growing fast, and each new market brings new challenges and constraints. You’ll help us plan the right architecture and organisational structure to help us grow smoothly and consistently. Represent engineering to the company. Wave is unusually transparent: everyone sees monthly update from our CEO. You'll write clearly about what engineering is doing and why, to an audience that includes engineers, non-engineers, our leadership team, and, when needed, our regulators. Key details Reports to: Drew Durbin, CEO. Team: Around ~132 engineers across 5 teams (Payment, User-facing products, Internal, non-product teams and platform) plus 5 leaders. Engineering teams are co-led by a product manager and an engineering manager. Data science and analytics sits in the engineering organization; corporate IT does not for now. Stack: Python 3 with mypy on the backend, GraphQL API layer, Postgres and Redis, Kotlin/Jetpack on Android (our main client), Swift/SwiftUI on iOS, TypeScript and React on the web. Infrastructure on GCP, managed with Kubernetes and Terraform. Most backend work happens in a large Python monolith, deployed across multi-country architecture. Current in-flight work includes agentic developer tooling, a large scale migration of our databases, and some refactoring of our monolith. Location: This is a fully remote role. Candidates must be based in one of our talent hub countries (Spain, UK, East Coast of USA, Canada, Kenya, Ghana) or in one of our operating markets in Africa including Senegal, Côte d'Ivoire, or Burkina Faso. Expect to travel to our markets a minimum of twice per year to stay close to local realities, products, teams and of course our users. Wave covers all costs. Compensation: Our salaries are competitive and are calculated using a transparent formula. For this role, depending on your level and location, we offer a salary of up to $356,500 USD, plus a generous equity package. Wave provides a yearly $1,200 stipend to support coworking meetups with teammates. Major benefits: Subsidized health insurance for you and your dependents and retirement contributions (both vary from country to country). 6 months of fully paid parental leave and subsidized fertility assistance. Flexible vacation, with most folks taking between 21-30 days exclusive of statutory holidays. $10,000 annual charitable donation matching. Process: The process runs up to 5 conversations, including 2 technical discussions. We want this to be a 2-way assessment: as much a chance for you to evaluate us as for us to get to know you. Along the way you'll meet our CEO, Head of People, Head of Product, both Engineering Directors, and a senior leader from one of our markets. Requirements You've managed an engineering organization of at least~100 people, including managers who manage others. You can describe how your own job changed as the org grew. You have a software engineering background and are good at it. You can still read code and follow a technical argument to the end. You've been accountable for a system where failure was expensive: money, safety, or regulated data. You've hired senior engineering leaders, and you've moved someone out of a role that wasn't working. You can talk about both honestly. You write well. Clear, short, and persuasive, for readers who aren't engineers. You have an actual point of view on AI in engineering: something you've tried, changed, or abandoned, not a plan to look into it. You believe in what we're building and can say why without being prompted. You might be a good fit if you Would rather run a great team than be the smartest engineer in the room, and don't feel a loss in that trade. Are comfortable being the person who says the unwelcome thing in a meeting, and can do it without making it personal. Change your mind in public when the evidence changes. Prefer the simplest system that works to the most interesting one. Care about what our users actually experience: how long a transfer takes on a bad network, what happens to a shop owner when a deposit fails and bring that up unprompted when discussing infrastructure. Take responsibility for outcomes rather than processes, including when the outcome is bad. Are drawn to a company that publishes its numbers internally every month, expects direct feedback in both directions, and would rather be embarrassingly honest than comfortable. Our team We have a rapidly growing in-country team in Senegal, Côte d'Ivoire, Mali, Burkina Faso, The Gambia, Uganda, Niger, Sierra Leone, and Cameroon plus remote team members spread across the world. We're deeply passionate about our mission of bringing radically affordable financial services to the people who need them most. We foster autonomy for our employees. You'll own your projects at every stage, from understanding the problem to monitoring your solution in production. We raised the largest Series A in Africa in 2021. Our world-class investors, include Founders Fund, Sequoia Heritage, Stripe, Ribbit Capital, Y Combinator, and Partech Africa. We are on Y Combinator's top companies by revenue . How to apply Fill out the form below, and upload a resume in English and a cover letter describing your interest in Wave and the role. We review applications frequently and recommend that you apply to the role that most closely aligns with your skills, experience and career goals. Wave is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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