Chief Technology Officer | CTO - Hive Autonomy

Arbeidsplassen; Kristiansand; On-site; NOK 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in autonomous logistics operations in Kristiansand, Norway, is seeking a visionary Chief Technology Officer (CTO). This pivotal position will involve defining the technology roadmap, leading a talented team in AI and robotics, and shaping the future of intelligent machine operations. Candidates will need a higher technical degree and demonstrated leadership experience. Join us to influence the next productivity revolution!

Benefits

Opportunity to shape technology strategy

Working with leading industrial players

Qualifications

• Strong product mindset to turn customer needs into scalable technology.
• Proven leadership experience in building and scaling complex technology teams.
• Technical expertise in robotics, autonomy, or AI.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing R&D team of robotics and AI engineers.
• Define and own the company's technology strategy.
• Drive technology development and scaling.

Skills

Cross-functional communication

Product mindset

Decision making

Education

Higher relevant technical degree

Job description

Enabling the next productivity revolution through AI and autonomy

Newly established CTO role within the top management team at Hive Autonomy.

At Hive Autonomy, we are pioneering a world where industrial machines operate intelligently and autonomously. Our mission is to unlock radical productivity and safety by transforming traditional machine operations into intelligent, AI-driven systems. With deployments already in the field and strong partnerships, we’re scaling rapidly and are looking for an inspiring CTO to lead our technology roadmap into the future.

Hive Autonomy is looking for a visionary CTO to lead our technology strategy, guide a passionate tech team, and shape the future of autonomous systems. As part of our executive management team, you’ll play a key role in driving innovation, defining the roadmap for autonomy and physical AI. Join us on a mission to lead the next productivity revolution in a company with bold ambitions for exponential growth.

The next big thing is here — be part of our growth journey!

Key Responsibilities

As CTO, you will define and own Hive’s overall technology strategy, lead our tech team, and be part of the executive management team!

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead and develop a high-performing R&D team of robotics, autonomy, and AI engineers.
• Drive the development and scaling of our technology platform.
• Establish efficient systems, routines, and workflows to support scalable and structured operations.
• Implement measures necessary to comply with the guidelines outlined in the company’s quality system.
• Contribute to achieving technical and financial project targets, ensuring deliveries exceed customer expectations.
  
• Represent Hive Autonomy in strategic customer and partner discussions.
• Support go-to-market efforts by aligning tech milestones with delivery and customer value creation.

What we offer

• Be part of shaping the next productivity revolution in a company with ambitions for exponential growth.
• Hive Autonomy has partnered with major OEMs and leading industrial players.
• Take ownership of our strategy and seize the opportunity to play a key role in defining the roadmap for autonomy and physical AI.
• Join a passionate team working to influence the future of intelligent machine operations.

Skills

We are looking for a visionary CTO with a passion for building robust, reliable solutions and the ability to inspire teams to drive technological innovation!

In addition we are also eager to get onboard:

• A strong product mindset, with the ability to turn customer needs into scalable technology.
• Excellent cross-functional communication skills – ability to align engineering efforts with product, commercial, and operational goals.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions.
  

Qualifications

• Higher relevant technical degree.
• Proven leadership experience in building and scaling complex, multidisciplinary technology teams.
• Technical expertise in robotics, autonomy, and/or AI.
• Experience in scaling up technology organizations or products will be an advantage.

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Established in 2020, Hive Autonomy has rapidly positioned itself at the forefront of autonomous logistics operations. Based in Kristiansand, Norway, we specialize in remote-controlled and autonomous load handling, leveraging state-of-the-art technology to bring unparalleled efficiency and safety to the industry.

At Hive Autonomy, we are pioneering a world where industrial machines operate intelligently and autonomously. Our mission is to unlock radical productivity and safety by transforming traditional machine operations into intelligent, AI-driven systems. With deployments already in the field and strong partnerships, we’re scaling rapidly and are heading towards international growth.