Chief Technology Officer(CTO) - Payment

Hyphen Connect; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) for a start-up Web3 project. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in FinTech or Financial Services, with deep knowledge of payment systems. Responsibilities include leading operations, managing product lines, and driving business development. The role requires exceptional leadership skills, strategic thinking, and fluency in English. Proficiency in Mandarin is a plus.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of experience in FinTech, Web3, or Financial Services.
• Demonstrated history in a senior executive or leadership role in tech-focused settings.
• Extensive expertise in operations management and team oversight.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of the company's operations.
• Manage business-oriented product lines and sales efforts.
• Oversee the full product management lifecycle.
• Drive business development and partnership efforts.

Skills

Leadership

Payment systems knowledge

Strategic planning

Operations management

Fluency in English

Knowledge of regulatory frameworks

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline

Job description

Overview

We are currently hiring a CTO for a start-up Web3 project in Hong Kong. The ideal candidate will have extensive leadership experience in payment companies, deep knowledge of the payment landscape, and expertise in web2/web3 payments.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of the company’s operations, developing and implementing annual business goals and growth strategies in line with the company’s vision.
• Manage business-oriented product lines, including collaborative office software, guiding research, development, technological innovation, and sales efforts.
• Oversee the full product management lifecycle, from R&D to version releases, ongoing updates, and complete lifecycle management.
• Coordinate all operational components, including market growth, product development, project execution, and effective team leadership.
• Drive business development and partnership efforts, leading negotiations and building relationships with strategic partners.
• Take on additional duties as assigned by company leadership to advance organizational objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science or a related discipline.
• At least 10 years of experience in FinTech, Web3, or Financial Services, with a demonstrated history in a senior executive or leadership role in tech-focused settings.
• In-depth knowledge of payment systems, cross-border transactions, and fiat/ crypto payment solutions.
• Extensive expertise in operations management, strategic planning, R&D leadership, and team oversight, with a proven ability to manage complex business operations.
• Exceptional leadership abilities combined with an entrepreneurial spirit, ideally shown through a successful shift from a tech leadership role to a CEO position.
• Strong strategic thinking and execution skills in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks in payments and crypto.
• Fluency in English; proficiency in Mandarin is advantageous.