Chief Technology Officer (CTO)

AVANT LOGISTIC SERVICE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics technology company in Singapore seeks a Technology Leader to drive technology strategy and innovation. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years in technology roles, with skills in software development and team leadership. Responsibilities include overseeing tech development, ensuring compliance, and fostering a culture of innovation.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in technology leadership roles.
• Proven track record of building and scaling tech platforms or products.
• Strong experience in software development, cloud infrastructure, and modern tech stacks.
• Previous experience in FinTech or SaaS is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the company’s technology vision and roadmap.
• Oversee the design and deployment of scalable software solutions.
• Build and mentor a high-performing technology team.
• Ensure data security and compliance with regulations.
• Define and monitor KPIs for technology performance.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and assess their impact.

Skills

Strategic thinker with hands-on technical expertise

Excellent leadership skills

Strong communication skills

Stakeholder management

Business acumen

Data-driven decision-making

Understanding of cybersecurity

Knowledge of cloud systems

Experience with agile methodologies

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

MBA or advanced management education

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership
  • Develop and execute the company’s technology vision and roadmap aligned with business objectives.
  • Partner with executive leadership to identify opportunities for technology-driven growth and innovation.
  • Evaluate and implement emerging technologies to maintain market leadership.
• Product & Technology Development
  • Oversee the design, development, and deployment of scalable, high-performance software and technology solutions.
  • Lead architecture decisions ensuring robustness, security, and scalability.
  • Collaborate with Product and Business teams to align technical capabilities with customer and market needs.
• Team Leadership & Management
  • Build and mentor a high-performing technology team (engineering, IT, data, cybersecurity).
  • Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.
  • Establish strong development processes, tools, and best practices.
• Security & Compliance
  • Ensure data security, privacy, and compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Implement robust risk management and disaster recovery strategies.
• Operational Excellence
  • Define and monitor KPIs to measure technology performance and delivery efficiency.
  • Manage technology budgets, vendor relationships, and resource planning effectively.
• Innovation & Research
  • Stay abreast of emerging technologies (AI, blockchain, etc.) and assess their potential impact on business.
  • Promote a culture of experimentation and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• MBA or advanced management education is a plus.

Experience

• 10+ years of progressive experience in technology leadership roles.
• Proven track record of building and scaling tech platforms or products.
• Strong experience in software development, cloud infrastructure, and modern tech stacks.
• Previous experience in FinTech, SaaS preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strategic thinker with hands-on technical expertise.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong business acumen and data-driven decision-making ability.
• Deep understanding of cybersecurity, cloud systems, and agile methodologies.