Chief Technology Officer (CTO) - Digital Platform

Emagine Solutions FZE; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital platform in Dubai seeks a visionary CTO to lead technology strategy and innovation. This role involves shaping the future of a scalable digital platform, overseeing product development, and mentoring an engineering team. Ideal candidates have 10+ years in software engineering with proven leadership experience. Competitive salary of AED 85,000–95,000 per month and growth opportunities in the UAE market.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Growth Opportunities

Innovative Environment

Qualifications

• Proven Technical Leadership: 10+ years in software engineering with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Hands-On Expertise: Strong background in building scalable platforms.
• Product Mindset: Experience driving product development with a focus on user-centric design.
• Global Perspective: Ability to navigate diverse markets.
• Leadership Skills: Track record of building and leading high-performing teams.
• Cultural Fit: Entrepreneurial and adaptable.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the technology strategy for our digital platform.
• Lead the development of innovative products.
• Build and mentor a high-performing engineering team.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Stay ahead of industry trends.
• Ensure robust system architecture.

Skills

Technical Proficiency

System Architecture

Product Development

Leadership & Team Building

Strategic Vision

Hands-On Coding

AI & Emerging Technologies

Agile Methodologies

Tools

Python

Java

Node.js

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Our client is a leading digital platform revolutionizing the way people live across Southeast Asia. With a new office opening in the UAE, we’re seeking a visionary CTO to lead our technology strategy and drive innovation in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

As CTO, you will shape the technological future of our platform, overseeing the development of scalable, user-centric solutions. You’ll lead a talented team, drive product innovation, and ensure our technology aligns with our mission to empower millions of users. This role is based in our new UAE office.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute the technology strategy for our digital platform, ensuring scalability, security, and performance.
• Lead the development of innovative products, leveraging hands-on technical expertise and a product-driven mindset.
• Build and mentor a high-performing engineering team in the UAE, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align technology with business goals, delivering seamless user experiences.
• Stay ahead of industry trends, integrating cutting-edge technologies like AI, machine learning, and cloud solutions.
• Ensure robust system architecture to support rapid growth and regional expansion.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven Technical Leadership: 10+ years in software engineering with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role (e.g., CTO, VP of Engineering) at a tech-driven company.
• Hands-On Expertise: Strong background in building scalable platforms, with proficiency in modern tech stacks (e.g., Python, Java, Node.js, cloud infrastructure, microservices).
• Product Mindset: Experience driving product development, with a focus on user-centric design and innovation.
• Global Perspective: Ability to navigate diverse markets, with experience in scaling tech solutions across regions.
• Leadership Skills: Track record of building and leading high-performing engineering teams in dynamic environments.
• Cultural Fit: Entrepreneurial, adaptable, and passionate about creating impactful technology solutions.

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work: Lead the tech vision for a platform serving millions across Southeast Asia and beyond.
• Competitive Compensation: Salary of AED 85,000–95,000 per month, plus benefits.
• Growth Opportunities: Be part of our exciting expansion into the UAE, with the chance to shape a new market.
• Innovative Environment: Work with cutting-edge technologies in a collaborative, fast-paced setting.

Skills

Desired Skills for CTO - Digital Platform

• Technical Proficiency: Expertise in modern tech stacks (e.g., Python, Java, Node.js), cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or GCP), microservices, and API development.
• System Architecture: Proven ability to design and implement scalable, secure, and high-performance systems.
• Product Development: Strong experience in building user-centric products, with a focus on UX/UI and iterative development.
• Leadership & Team Building: Demonstrated success in leading and mentoring engineering teams, fostering collaboration and innovation.
• Strategic Vision: Ability to align technology strategy with business goals, driving innovation and growth.
• Hands-On Coding: Recent experience writing code and solving complex technical challenges.
• AI & Emerging Technologies: Familiarity with integrating AI, machine learning, or data-driven solutions into platforms.
• Agile Methodologies: Proficiency in agile development practices, including DevOps, CI/CD, and rapid prototyping.