Chief Technology and AI Innovation Officer

ICBD; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) matching

Professional development assistance

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Fort Lauderdale, Florida is seeking a Senior Technology Leader to drive AI innovation and lead technology strategy. The role involves bridging client needs with engineering capabilities, fostering customer-centric solutions, and enhancing operational efficiency. Candidates should possess over 10 years of technology leadership experience, primarily in healthcare, with substantial expertise in AI strategy and development. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in technology leadership, preferably in healthcare.
• 5+ years experience developing bespoke AI solutions.
• Ability to translate technical jargon into clear business language.
• Commercialize technical innovations and drive product revenue.
• MBA or advanced degree preferred for strategic leadership.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the company's technology strategy.
• Lead the charge in AI strategy development.
• Act as the primary technical liaison between teams.
• Drive operational excellence in a rapid-growth environment.
• Drive operational excellence, automate processes, and build scalable, secure systems.
• Translate complex technical concepts for senior leadership and stakeholders.

Skills

AI strategy

Software development

Communication

Leadership

Commercial Acumen

Education

MBA or Masters

Bachelor's degree in technology related field

Bachelor's degree in technology

Job description

Overview

Reporting to the ICBD CEO, we seek a sophisticated technology leader to drive our strategic IT vision and implement customer centric, cutting‑edge AI solutions that drive product revenue and commercialize innovation.

You will be the architect of our technical future and the essential bridge between our client‑facing teams and our engineering capabilities. She/he will lead the charge in AI innovation, transforming customer needs into commercial products, and driving efficiency in a fast‑growth environment.

This role requires an execution‑oriented senior executive capable of bridging the gap between Gen AI/ML, complex healthcare platforms and data, as well as operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Technology Leadership & Vision

• Define and execute the company's technology strategy, aligning it with overarching business goals and supporting ICBD's rapid growth.

AI Innovation & Product Commercialization

• Lead the charge in AI strategy development through understanding the AI needs of ICBD's portfolio companies and leading the integration of AI initiatives to improve efficiency.

Customer‑Led Growth

• Work directly with clients and commercial teams to understand pain points, driving "customer‑obsessed" solutions rather than just technical perfection.

Bridge Between Teams

• Act as the primary technical liaison between sales/client‑facing teams and the development team, translating business goals into technical requirements and vice‑versa.

Operational Improvement

• Drive operational excellence in a hands‑on, rapid‑growth environment. This will include refining internal technical processes, automating routine tasks and building scalable, secure reliable systems.

Leadership and Collaboration

• Translate technical concepts into easy‑to‑understand business concepts for the senior leadership team.

Requirements

Qualifications, Personal Attributes & Education

Experience: 10+ years in technology leadership roles in a highly results driven entrepreneurial environments (preferably within the healthcare sector), including managing AI/ML teams. Some P&L ownership experience would be desirable.

M&A transactions exposure - preferably gained within a PE or similar environment.

Technical Expertise: Significant software development expertise including at least 5 years' AI strategy experience, including developing cutting‑edge, bespoke AI solutions on an individual use case basis.

Commercial Acumen: A customer‑obsessed mindset with proven experience driving product revenue and commercializing technical innovations.

Exceptional Communicator: Ability to translate complex technical jargon into clear, compelling business language for clients, partners, and stakeholders.

Leadership & Influence: Experience building or guiding technical teams, mentoring engineers, and fostering a culture of innovation.

Education: MBA or Masters. Bachelor's degree in technology related field is highly desirable e.g. Computer Science, Data Science, Systems Engineering, or a related field.

Benefits

Compensation and Benefits

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and professional development assistance.

DISCLAIMER

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this position. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, tasks, skills, efforts, working conditions or similar behaviors, attributes or requirements associated with this position. The omission of specific statements or duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. Individuals may be required to perform other duties as needed. This document describes the position currently available. It is not an employment contract. ICBD reserves the right to modify position duties and position descriptions at any time.