Chief Technology Officer

Stoakley-Stewart Consultants; Dubai; Hybrid; AED 661,000 - 808,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics technology firm is seeking a Chief Technology Officer to shape its technological vision and lead product innovation in a dynamic environment. This hybrid position involves overseeing product development, mentoring engineering teams, and integrating emerging technologies to enhance operational efficiency in the logistics sector. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in software engineering and a strong background in SaaS solutions.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in software engineering, including 5+ in a senior leadership role.
• Proven experience delivering SaaS products in B2B environments.
• Experience in logistics tech or supply chain software.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic technology initiatives and scale high-performing teams.
• Define technology vision aligning with product goals.
• Oversee product development lifecycle from ideation to launch.

Skills

Software engineering leadership

SaaS product delivery

Cloud architecture

Agile methodologies

AI / ML integration

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Java

Angular

Job description

Opportunity

The Opportunity

A visionary, execution-driven Chief Technology Officer is sought to lead the evolution of a global logistics and freight forwarding technology platform. This dynamic role offers the chance to shape the technological foundation and future of a company committed to digitizing and streamlining supply chain operations worldwide.

Reporting to the CEO, the CTO will take the reins of a well-established, product-centric software organization, leading strategic technology initiatives, scaling high-performing teams, and delivering impactful digital solutions that drive customer success and market leadership.

This is a hybrid role where you will find yourself working from home, going into headquarters, and travelling to India to collaborate with the development team.

Position Description

This is more than a technical leadership position — it’s a chance to redefine a vital global industry through the power of intelligent software. The incoming CTO will be instrumental in steering the product and engineering organization through the next phase of innovation, scalability, and global expansion. For those who thrive in complex, impact-driven environments, this is a rare and meaningful opportunity to lead transformation at scale.

Technology Strategy & Vision

• Define and articulate a forward-looking technology vision that aligns with long-term product and business goals.
• Own the technical roadmap, ensuring architectural integrity, scalability, and innovation are embedded across all platforms.
• Act as the primary thought leader for all things technology—translating strategic direction into actionable frameworks and solutions.

Product & Platform Leadership

• Oversee full lifecycle product development, from ideation and prototyping through to launch, scale, and iteration.
• Make sound architectural and design decisions across multiple technology stacks, ensuring they meet business needs while being efficient, secure, and future-proof.
• Prioritize engineering deliverables that balance speed, reliability, and performance.

Engineering Team Leadership

• Build, lead, and mentor globally distributed teams of engineers, QA professionals, architects, and DevOps specialists.
• Foster a performance culture rooted in innovation, agility, collaboration, and technical excellence.
• Evaluate and implement best-in-class design patterns and development methodologies.

Technical Governance & Best Practices

• Promote and enforce robust standards for code quality, security, performance, and system integrity.
• Champion automation testing, DevOps adoption, and CI / CD workflows to accelerate delivery while maintaining stability.
• Maintain compliance with emerging cybersecurity and data protection best practices.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with leaders in Product, Design, Sales, and Marketing to ensure all technology efforts are aligned with customer and market needs.
• Support go-to-market strategies with seamless platform integration and strong technical enablement.

Innovation & Emerging Technologies

• Identify and integrate emerging technologies such as AI / ML, advanced analytics, and workflow automation that offer competitive advantages.
• Promote a culture of experimentation and innovation within the engineering organization.

Infrastructure & Scalability

• Ensure infrastructure stability, data integrity, and system availability across all platforms and geographies.
• Lead efforts to optimize cloud architecture and enhance platform scalability as customer demand grows.

Budgeting & Resource Allocation

• Own and manage the technology budget, ensuring strategic investments in tools, systems, talent, and vendor relationships.
• Maximize ROI on engineering and infrastructure spend while maintaining agility and responsiveness to business needs.

Experience

• 15+ years of experience in software engineering, including 5+ years in a senior leadership role such as CTO, VP Engineering, or Head of Technology.
• Proven experience overseeing the design and delivery of SaaS products, ideally in B2B environments.
• Experience in logistics tech, freight forwarding systems, or supply chain software.

Qualifications

• Technical depth in cloud platforms, system architecture, and full-stack development (e.g., Java, Angular, etc.).
• Demonstrated ability to scale engineering organizations and lead distributed teams across regions.
• Strong grasp of Agile methodologies, product lifecycle management, and cross-functional team leadership.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and inspire at all levels.
• Familiarity with AI / ML, data engineering, or DevOps automation tools and practices.
• Background in fast-paced, high-growth, or startup environments where adaptability is key.