Chief Technology Officer (CTO)

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

Job summary

A logistics service company in Singapore is seeking a seasoned technology leader to drive its technology vision and strategy. The role involves developing high-performance software solutions, leading a technology team, and ensuring compliance with security standards. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in tech leadership, with a strong background in software development and cloud infrastructure, alongside exceptional leadership and strategic thinking skills.

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.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the company’s technology vision and roadmap.
• Oversee the design and deployment of software and technology solutions.
• Build and mentor high-performing technology teams.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Data-driven decision-making

Cybersecurity knowledge

Agile methodologies

Education

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

MBA or advanced management education

Tools

Modern tech stacks

Cloud infrastructure

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 & Skills

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.