Chief Technology Officer (CTO) - Hands-On Back-End Developer

Morris Sinclair Recruitment; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An agricultural technology firm is looking for a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to lead the technical direction while actively developing back-end systems. The ideal candidate should possess strong C#/.NET and Azure expertise, alongside leadership skills and a passion for sustainable technology. This role offers remote flexibility and professional growth in a mission-driven environment.

Benefits

Remote flexibility

Competitive salary plus company share scheme

Opportunity to impact global sustainability

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Back-End Developer / Engineering Lead / CTO in data-heavy environments.
• Demonstrable history of technical excellence and leadership in commercial software development.
• Bonus: Experience in FinTech or structured data environments with high reliability and scale.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical strategy for data-driven systems.
• Design and develop high-performance C#/.NET back-end systems.
• Mentor a team of developers and set technical standards.
• Oversee end-to-end solution delivery.
• Own cloud infrastructure strategy on Microsoft Azure.
• Lead innovation in sustainability-focused technology.

Skills

C#/.NET proficiency

Azure Cloud Services

SQL Server

Data architecture

Algorithms and data structures

Leadership

Problem-solving skills

Education

Degree/Masters/PhD in Computer Science, Data Science

Job description

Chief Technology Officer (CTO) - Hands-On Back-End Developer

Remote-Friendly London HQ Award-Winning Agricultural Technology Software Company

Join an award-winning agricultural analytics software company that’s redefining sustainable food production through data-driven technology.

We’re seeking a hands‑on Chief Technology Officer (CTO), an exceptional technical leader who thrives on both strategic vision and deep technical execution.

Role Overview

As CTO, you’ll lead the technical direction of our cutting‑edge agricultural technology platform, while remaining deeply involved in hands‑on back‑end development. You’ll architect scalable systems, drive innovation in sustainable technology, and guide a talented engineering team to deliver data‑rich solutions that improve farm economics, productivity, and environmental impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead technical strategy and oversee architecture for scalable, data‑driven systems.
• Remain actively hands‑on, designing and developing high‑performance C#/.NET back‑end systems.
• Mentor and guide a growing team of developers setting technical standards and driving best practices.
• Oversee end‑to‑end solution delivery, ensuring performance, security, and maintainability.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with data scientists, agronomists, and stakeholders to shape product direction.
• Own cloud infrastructure strategy and implementation on Microsoft Azure.
• Lead innovation in sustainability‑focused agricultural technology and analytics.
• Contribute to recruitment and technical assessment (including coding challenge design and review).

Candidate Assessment Process

Our selection process includes a LeetCode‑style technical challenge to evaluate:

• Algorithmic problem‑solving
• Data structures and computational efficiency
• Code quality and optimisation under time constraints

Ideal Candidate Profile Academic and Professional Background

• Degree/Masters/PhD in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related discipline
• Proven experience as a Back‑End Developer / Engineering Lead / CTO in data‑heavy environments
• Demonstrable history of technical excellence and leadership in commercial software development

Technical Expertise

• Advanced proficiency in C# / .NET Core / .NET Framework
• Strong command of Azure Cloud Services
• Deep experience with SQL Server and high‑volume transactional systems
• Expertise in data architecture, performance optimisation, and scalable software design
• Solid understanding of algorithms, data structures, and computational complexity
• Bonus: Experience in FinTech or structured data environments with high reliability and scale

Leadership Skills

• Visionary mindset with a hands‑on engineering ethos
• Proven ability to scale teams and systems effectively
• Strategic decision‑making with practical, code‑level insight
• Strong communicator and collaborator across multidisciplinary teams
• Passion for fostering innovation and mentoring engineering talent

Personal Attributes

• Exceptional attention to detail and analytical rigour
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Innovative and pragmatic problem solver
• Calm and decisive under pressure
• Genuine passion for sustainable technology and real‑world impact

What We Offer

• Remote flexibility with a London‑based HQ
• Opportunity to lead cutting‑edge agricultural technology development
• Work alongside respected professionals in a purpose‑driven company
• Competitive salary plus company share scheme
• Platform to make a tangible impact on global sustainability