Fintech CTO | Tech Strategy Leader (Hybrid/Remote)

Peratera; Lisboa; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A global fintech firm is seeking a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to lead their technology strategy in a hybrid role based in Lisbon. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in a senior technology leadership position, particularly in the payments or fintech sector. Responsibilities include overseeing technical architecture, software development, and regulatory compliance, as well as building and mentoring a cross-functional engineering team. This role requires strong leadership and communication skills to drive innovation and scalability.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a CTO or in a senior technology leadership role.
• Proven expertise in IT strategy and enterprise architecture.
• Strong background in the payments, banking, or fintech industry.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team management skills.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead technical architecture and technology stack.
• Develop and execute long-term technical vision.
• Oversee software development lifecycle and ensure quality.
• Collaborate with product, operations, and compliance teams.
• Build and mentor a high-performing engineering team.
• Establish and enforce engineering best practices.
• Evaluate and implement third-party technologies.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and support audits.
• Monitor emerging technologies and industry trends.

Skills

IT strategy

Enterprise architecture

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Job description

A global fintech firm is seeking a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to lead their technology strategy in a hybrid role based in Lisbon. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in a senior technology leadership position, particularly in the payments or fintech sector. Responsibilities include overseeing technical architecture, software development, and regulatory compliance, as well as building and mentoring a cross-functional engineering team. This role requires strong leadership and communication skills to drive innovation and scalability.