Chief Technology Officer

Sanne Limited; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanne Limited is seeking a visionary Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to lead its technology strategy within the fashion-tech sector. The ideal candidate will drive innovation through sustainability and advanced technologies, overseeing the development of a unique made-to-order e-commerce platform. The role demands a combination of deep technical expertise, entrepreneurial spirit, and exemplary leadership skills, offering an opportunity to shape a pioneering retail concept.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Equity potential

Full relocation support to Dubai

Work with visionary creatives

Qualifications

• 8+ years in technology leadership roles, ideally in fashion-tech or e-commerce.
• Strong track record in launching and scaling digital products.
• Experience managing teams, budgets, and vendor relationships.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute technology roadmap in alignment with business goals.
• Oversee development of e-commerce platform and back-end systems.
• Manage technology budgets and ensure data security.

Skills

Technology leadership

Entrepreneurial mindset

Communication

Tools

AWS

Azure

Modern software development practices

Job description

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Employment Type : Full-Time

About Sanne

Sanne is a London-born, Dubai-based fashion-tech brand redefining luxury through sustainability and innovation. Our made-to-order model eliminates overproduction, delivering custom garments within a week. We are harnessing advanced technologies to streamline and enhance the fashion retail experience. Our initiative involves the integration of state-of-the-art digital solutions, including but not limited to 3D body scanning and a novel software we are developing. This approach not only ensures a personalized customer experience but also significantly reduces waste, aligning with our commitment to environmental responsibility.

Role Overview

We’re seeking a visionary CTO to lead Sanne’s technology strategy and bring our ambitious fashion-tech project to life. The ideal candidate combines deep technical knowledge with entrepreneurial drive and experience in e-commerce or retail tech.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute Sanne’s technology roadmap in alignment with business goals.
• Collaborate with leadership to set clear IT and production priorities, goals, and timelines.
• Allocate IT resources effectively, establishing KPIs and monitoring performance.
• Foster a culture of innovation, excellence, and agile delivery.
• Oversee development of our made-to-order e-commerce platform and back-end systems.
• Lead the integration of advanced technologies like AI-driven sizing algorithms and personalization engines.
• Ensure technical excellence in product solutions and manage technical delivery across teams.
• Collaborate with industrial and retail designers to implement our modular physical retail concept.

Infrastructure, Security & Operations

• Manage technology budgets and oversee IT infrastructure, data management, and security.
• Develop and implement robust disaster recovery and IT security plans.
• Ensure scalable, secure infrastructure capable of supporting global growth.
• Make strategic decisions around architecture, tools, and systems to support rapid innovation.
• Maintain strong strategic partnerships with key vendors, suppliers, and tech collaborators.
• Represent Sanne’s technical vision externally - whether to investors, partners, or the press.
• Lead communications with third-party development firms and technology service providers.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as the bridge between technical and non-technical teams, clearly translating strategy and progress.
• Work closely with cross-functional stakeholders across design, marketing, production, and retail.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in technology leadership roles, ideally in fashion-tech, e-commerce, or retail innovation.
• Proficient in modern software development practices, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), and DevOps.
• Strong track record of launching and scaling digital products and platforms.
• Experience managing teams, budgets, technical roadmaps, and vendor relationships.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for sustainability and fashion innovation.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with a hands-on approach.

Why Join Sanne?

• Help shape a category-defining retail concept with global ambitions.
• Collaborate with visionary creatives, engineers, and global design studios.
• Be part of a brand that fuses sustainability with cutting-edge technology.
• Competitive salary, equity potential, and full relocation support to Dubai.
• Join an ambitious, fast-growing team reshaping the future of luxury.

To apply, please send your CV to [e-mail] and a short cover letter explaining your interest and experience.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Executive

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Information Technology and Project Management

Retail Apparel and Fashion

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