Chief Technology Officer

Page Executive; Milano; On-site; Riservato; Full time

Job summary

Page Executive is seeking a Chief Technology Officer based in Milan, Italy. This role involves defining and leading the technology strategy within an investment-backed platform. Responsibilities include developing scalable products, overseeing technical teams, and ensuring the execution of the technology vision. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in technology leadership roles and a strong background in AI and software development. The position offers unique exposure to founders, investors, and the chance to shape future technological growth.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in technology leadership roles such as CTO, Head of Engineering, or similar positions.
• Strong understanding of artificial intelligence, generative AI, and data architecture.
• Fluency in English and Italian.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement the overall technology vision and roadmap for the platform.
• Lead development of software products and AI-enabled solutions.
• Evaluate and select the appropriate technologies and vendors.

Skills

Technology leadership

Software engineering

Digital product development

AI-driven solutions

Building scalable products

Leadership skills

Job description

• Lead the technology vision of a high-potential AI and digital venture platform
• Build scalable products and tech capabilities in an entrepreneurial setting

About Our Client

Our client is an entrepreneurial investment platform focused on building and scaling companies in transformational sectors.

The organization combines investment discipline, company-building capabilities and a strong innovation mindset, with the objective of developing long-term, scalable businesses. Within this context, technology and artificial intelligence represent a key growth area, supporting the creation of new products, platforms and ventures with high market potential.

The company offers a dynamic, intellectually challenging and fast-moving environment, designed to attract entrepreneurial talent with the ambition to build solid and enduring businesses.

Job Description

The Chief Technology Officer will be responsible for defining and leading the company's technology strategy, ensuring alignment between business objectives, product development and scalable technology execution.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Define and implement the overall technology vision, roadmap and architecture for the platform and its portfolio initiatives.
• Lead the development of software products, AI-enabled solutions and digital platforms from concept to deployment.
• Translate business opportunities, use cases and investment theses into concrete technology roadmaps.
• Oversee the design and delivery of MVPs, prototypes and scalable products, ensuring quality, security, reliability and speed of execution.
• Build, structure and lead internal and external technology teams, including software engineers, AI specialists, data professionals and technology partners.
• Evaluate and select the most appropriate technologies, frameworks, tools and vendors to support product development and platform scalability.
• Ensure robust technology governance, including cybersecurity, data management, privacy, infrastructure and development standards.
• Support technical due diligence, technology assessment and make-or-buy decisions for new initiatives or investment opportunities.
• Work closely with founders, investment professionals, business leaders and external partners to identify technology-driven value creation opportunities.
• Foster a culture of innovation, ownership, execution and continuous improvement across the technology function.
• Represent the company's technology vision with investors, partners and relevant stakeholders when required.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Chief Technology Officer should have:

• Significant experience in technology leadership roles such as CTO, Head of Engineering, VP Engineering, Technology Director or similar positions.
• Strong background in software engineering, digital product development and scalable technology architecture.
• Proven experience in building or scaling software products, digital platforms or AI-driven solutions.
• Solid understanding of artificial intelligence, generative AI, data architecture and their practical application in business contexts.
• Experience in high-growth, entrepreneurial or investment-backed environments, such as scale-ups, venture builders, technology companies, digital platforms or advanced consulting environments.
• Ability to combine strategic vision with hands‑on execution, especially in early‑stage or fast‑evolving contexts.
• Strong leadership skills, with experience managing internal teams, external partners and multidisciplinary stakeholders.
• Excellent ability to translate complex technology topics into clear business implications.
• Strong problem-solving mindset, pragmatic approach and high level of ownership.
• Fluency in English and Italian.

What's on Offer

The opportunity to join a high-potential, investment-backed platform with a strong entrepreneurial culture and a clear ambition to build and scale technology-driven businesses.

The role offers significant exposure to founders, investors and senior stakeholders, as well as the opportunity to shape the technology strategy of an evolving platform where artificial intelligence, software development and digital innovation are central to future growth.