Chief Technology Officer

JR United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly growing fintech startup is seeking a visionary Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to lead their technical strategy and develop innovative solutions that can disrupt the financial services industry. This high-impact role offers the opportunity to build and scale engineering teams within a flexible, remote-first environment. Candidates with a strong background in technology leadership, particularly within fintech, are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Competitive salary and equity

Flexible, remote-first working environment

Opportunity to work with a passionate team

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a CTO or in senior technical roles in fintech.
• Strong background in software engineering and systems architecture.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical vision and strategy aligning with business goals.
• Build and manage high-performing engineering teams.
• Define and execute the product roadmap with senior leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Software Engineering

Systems Architecture

Cloud-based Technologies

Fintech Knowledge

Job description

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Client:

Albert Bow

Location:

newcastle-upon-tyne, tyne and wear, United Kingdom

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Job Title: Chief Technology Officer (CTO)

Location: Remote (Candidates based in Europe are welcome)

Industry: Fintech (Stealth Mode)

About the Company:

I’m working with an exciting, rapidly growing fintech startup currently in stealth mode. They are developing innovative technology solutions that have the potential to disrupt the financial services industry. We are now looking for a visionary Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to join their leadership team. This is a unique opportunity for someone passionate about building groundbreaking products and scaling engineering teams in a high-growth environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the technical vision and strategy of the company, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Build, scale, and manage high-performing engineering teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Partner closely with the CEO and other senior leaders to define and execute the product roadmap.
• Oversee the architecture and development of scalable, secure, and high-performance systems.
• Act as a mentor to engineering managers and senior developers, providing guidance and leadership to grow their careers.
• Drive the recruitment process for engineering talent, ensuring the team expands with the best talent available.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to keep the company ahead of the curve.

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience as a CTO or in a senior technical leadership role, ideally in a fintech or startup environment.
• Demonstrated experience scaling engineering teams and building high-performing technical organizations.
• Strong background in software engineering, systems architecture, and cloud-based technologies.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities in fintech, and a passion for innovation in the financial services space.
• Track record of delivering complex, mission-critical technology projects.
• Experience with fundraising, investor relations, and supporting the company through growth stages is a plus.

What’s on Offer:

• A high-impact role in a rapidly growing fintech company with the opportunity to shape the future of finance.
• Competitive salary and equity in a company poised for significant growth.
• A flexible, remote-first working environment with the ability to work from anywhere in Europe.
• Opportunity to work with a passionate, talented team of professionals.

If you’re ready to take on a leadership role in a cutting-edge fintech startup and have the experience needed to grow an engineering organization from the ground up, I would love to hear from you.