CTO

Harnham; England; Hybrid; GBP 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Chief Technical Officer to lead their technology function. This pivotal role involves driving IT strategy, overseeing infrastructure, and managing development teams in a fast-growing ecommerce environment. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in software development and IT leadership, with a strong focus on cloud, DevOps, and cybersecurity. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of a multi-brand business, ensuring operational excellence and strategic alignment with business goals. If you're passionate about technology and leadership, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in technical software development and IT leadership.
• 5+ years at Director or Head of Department level.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a three-year tech strategy aligned with business goals.
• Oversee IT operations, governance, security, and business continuity planning.

Skills

Technical Software Development

IT Leadership

Agile Methodologies

DevOps

Cybersecurity

Cloud Infrastructure

Communication Skills

Budgeting

Strategic Planning

Change Management

Job description

Job Description

Chief Technical Officer
Location: Oxford (3 days in office, 2 days WFH)
Salary: £120,000 (Can be slightly flexible on this)

We're working with our client, a global leader in online retail and one of the top 10 third-party sellers on Amazon and eBay, to recruit a Chief Technical Officer. This is a key leadership role, driving IT strategy and shaping the future of a fast-growing, multi-brand ecommerce business.

Role Overview:
You'll be responsible for the strategic direction, development, and operational excellence of the organisation's technology function. This includes overseeing infrastructure, leading internal and outsourced development teams, and delivering high-impact projects. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on technology leader with a strong grasp of cloud, DevOps, and cybersecurity, paired with excellent team leadership and stakeholder management skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a three-year tech strategy aligned with business goals
• Evaluate and enhance existing infrastructure and development processes
• Lead and grow high-performing onshore/offshore tech teams
• Oversee IT operations, governance, security, and business continuity planning
• Drive the successful delivery of complex, cross-functional IT projects
• Manage vendor relationships and technology budgets
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence

Requirements:

• Essential:
  • 7+ years in technical software development and IT leadership
  • 5+ years at Director or Head of Department level
  • Strong knowledge of Agile, DevOps, cybersecurity, and cloud infrastructure
  • Excellent communication, budgeting, and strategic planning skills
  • Proven experience leading change, improving SDLCs, and managing cross-functional teams
• Desirable:
  • Experience in ecommerce or marketplace-based retail
  • Familiarity with KPIs/OKRs and scaling technology in fast-growth environments
  • Track record of implementing IT best practices across security, infrastructure, and vendor management