Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Mobile Apps, AI

Chief Technology Officer (CTO)

Overview

The Chief Technology Officer (CTO) in a Venture Studio plays a pivotal role in driving the technical vision and execution of multiple startup projects simultaneously. This role requires a balance of strategic oversight, hands-on technical expertise, and the ability to foster innovation across diverse ventures. The CTO will collaborate with entrepreneurs, engineers, and business teams to transform ideas into scalable, market-ready products while building robust technical infrastructures.

There are three main directions to manage

- People
- Infrastructure
- Products

Key Responsibilities

1. Technology Vision and Strategy:

   • Define and oversee the technical strategy for multiple portfolio startups, ensuring alignment with the Venture Studio's overall mission.

   • Evaluate and recommend emerging technologies to give portfolio ventures a competitive edge.

   • Develop scalable architecture frameworks adaptable to various startups' needs.

2. Innovation and Product Development:

   • Lead ideation and technical prototyping for new ventures, ensuring feasibility and market fit.

   • Collaborate with founding teams to design Minimum Viable Products (MVPs) and scalable tech solutions.

   • Oversee the development lifecycle from concept to deployment, ensuring speed without sacrificing quality.

3. Team Leadership and Mentorship:

   • Build, manage, and mentor multidisciplinary technical teams across various startups.

   • Establish best practices in software development, project management, and team collaboration.

   • Foster a culture of learning, innovation, and agile problem-solving.

4. Operational Efficiency and Scalability:

   • Ensure high standards for security, reliability, and scalability across all technical systems.

   • Implement cost-effective and resource-efficient solutions for startups in various stages.

   • Build processes to optimize resource allocation across ventures.

5. Stakeholder Engagement:

   • Collaborate closely with studio leadership, venture founders, and external stakeholders.

   • Communicate technical strategy and progress to investors and advisory boards.

   • Act as a technical partner to founders, advising on product-market fit, scaling, and future-proofing.

6. Infrastructure and Ecosystem Development:

   • Design and implement shared technology infrastructure for cost and time efficiency across ventures.

   • Build partnerships with tech vendors, cloud providers, and consultants to optimize technology stacks.

   • Create playbooks and frameworks to streamline technology development for future ventures.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.

• Experience:

  • Experience as a CTO or in a senior technical leadership role within startups or innovation hubs.

  • Track record of building and scaling digital products, platforms, or services.

  • Familiarity with the venture-building process and startup ecosystems.

• Technical Expertise:

  • Expertise in modern programming languages, cloud platforms, and scalable architecture.

  • Deep understanding of Agile, Lean Startup, and DevOps methodologies.

  • Proficient in designing and deploying MVPs and managing technical debt.

• Leadership and Communication:

  • Strong leadership skills to manage and inspire teams across ventures.

  • Excellent communication skills to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

  • Fluent English - is a must.

  • International experience - is highly desired.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

1. Startup Development:

   • A number of startups successfully launched from ideation to MVP or beyond.

   • Average time to develop and launch MVPs.

2. Technical Scalability:

   • Percentage of startups with scalable, secure, and high-performing technology stacks.

   • Reduction in technical debt over time.

3. Operational Efficiency:

   • Cost efficiency of shared technical infrastructure across ventures.

   • Standardization of processes and tools used by startup teams.

4. Team Metrics:

   • Employee satisfaction and retention within technical teams.

   • Growth in team capabilities and expertise.

5. Market and Product Impact:

   • Positive user feedback on technology-enabled products or services.

   • The ability of startups to attract follow-on funding based on technological readiness.

6. Innovation and Collaboration:

   • Successful integration of emerging technologies into new ventures.

   • Partnerships established with external technology providers.