CTO

Approach People Recruitment; Paris; Sur place; EUR 120 000 - 180 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading international industrial group is seeking a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to define and drive the technology strategy supporting growth and innovation. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of experience in senior technology leadership roles, preferably in an international environment. Fluency in English and German is required, and knowledge of French is a plus. This role offers the chance to shape the technological future of the organization.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in senior technology leadership roles.
• Experience in an international industrial environment.
• Fluency in English and German; French is an asset.

Responsabilités

• Define the technology vision aligned with the company’s strategy.
• Lead digital transformation and industrial innovation.
• Oversee IT & Digital teams across international locations.
• Ensure infrastructure security and scalability.
• Build strategic technology partnerships.
• Monitor technological and regulatory trends.

Connaissances

Leadership

Digital transformation

Cybersecurity

Data analytics

Artificial Intelligence

Formation

Master’s degree in engineering or computer science

Description du poste

Location: France – International Industrial Group
Languages required: English and German (fluent)

Main Mission

The CTO defines and drives the group’s technology strategy to support growth, competitiveness, and innovation. He/she ensures consistency and performance of information systems, technological infrastructures, and digital initiatives on a global scale.

Key Responsibilities

• Define the technology vision aligned with the company’s overall strategy.
• Lead digital transformation and industrial innovation (Industry automation, cybersecurity, data, AI).
• Oversee IT & Digital teams across international locations (Europe, Americas, Asia).
• Ensure infrastructure security, reliability, and scalability.
• Build strategic technology partnerships with key stakeholders (software providers, start-ups, universities).
• Work closely with business leaders, R&D, and industrial operations.
• Monitor technological and regulatory trends (cybersecurity, global compliance).
• Represent the technology function at the executive committee and board level.

Candidate Profile

• Master’s degree or equivalent in engineering, computer science, or related fields.
• Proven track record (10+ years) in senior technology leadership roles, ideally in an international industrial environment.
• Demonstrated leadership, results‑driven, with the ability to inspire multicultural teams.
• Fluency in English and German; French is an asset.

If you are ready to take on this challenge and play a key role in shaping the technological future of a leading international industrial group, please send your application !