Chief Technology Officer

Evera Recruitment Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy seeks a Chief Technology Officer to drive technology strategy and development across battery energy storage and software Systems. This role involves defining the technical roadmap, leading multidisciplinary engineering teams, and ensuring compliance and safety. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience, significant expertise in energy storage and embedded systems, and a strong track record of delivering complex products. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence future technology in a dynamic sector.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in technical leadership roles.
• Expertise in energy storage, electric vehicles, or power systems.
• Experience in delivering complex products from concept to deployment.

Responsibilities

• Define the technical roadmap and strategy across BESS, software, and data.
• Lead development of large-scale battery storage systems.
• Oversee cloud-based energy management software.

Skills

Proven senior technical leadership

Expertise in energy storage

Knowledge of embedded systems

High-voltage electrical engineering

Software platform development

Ability to thrive in startup environments

Commercial acumen

Job description

Our client is currently looking for an experienced Chief Technology Officer to lead technology strategy and delivery across battery energy storage systems (BESS), embedded and control systems, electrical engineering, software, and data science. The successful candidate will define the technical roadmap, lead multidisciplinary engineering teams, and ensure systems are safe, compliant, scalable, and commercially viable.

The CTO will:

• Own and deliver the end-to-end technology strategy across hardware, software, and data.
• Lead development of large-scale battery storage systems and embedded control platforms.
• Oversee cloud-based energy management software and data-driven optimisation.
• Ensure compliance with functional safety, grid, and electrical standards.
• Build and lead high-performing engineering teams and external partners.
• Support customer engagement, fundraising, and strategic partnerships.

The CTO will have:

• Proven senior technical leadership with 10+ years of experience, including expertise in energy storage, electric vehicles, or power systems.
• Deep knowledge of embedded systems, high-voltage electrical engineering, and software platform development.
• A strong track record of delivering complex products from concept through to successful deployment.
• Ability to thrive in dynamic startup or scale-up environments, driving innovation and growth.
• Commercial acumen with a decisive mindset, balancing strategic vision with hands‑on execution

This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of cutting‑edge technology and lead a world‑class team in a fast‑growing sector. If you're ready to make a lasting impact and thrive in an environment that values innovation, collaboration, and bold thinking, we'd love to hear from you.