Chief Technology Officer (CTO)

MS Shift, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 220,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

MS Shift, Inc. seeks an experienced Chief Technology Officer to lead technology strategy and development in a fast-growing SaaS environment. The role focuses on driving innovation, overseeing product engineering, and ensuring scalable, secure, and high-performance software solutions.

You will guide engineering, product, and IT teams, establish DevOps practices, manage budgets, and align technology initiatives with business goals while staying ahead of industry trends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in software engineering and technology leadership, with at least 5 years in a CTO or senior technical leadership role within a SaaS company.
• Proven track record of scaling SaaS platforms, implementing cloud-based solutions (Azure), and leading Agile development teams.
• Expertise in software architecture, microservices, APIs, and modern development frameworks.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity, data privacy, and compliance regulations (e.g., GDPR, SOC 2).
• Hands-on experience with DevOps, CI/CD, and cloud infrastructure management.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and strategic thinking abilities.
• Experience working in a high-growth, fast-paced environment, balancing innovation with execution.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive technology strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Lead the engineering, product development, and IT teams to build scalable, secure, and high-performance SaaS solutions.
• Oversee software architecture and infrastructure, ensuring reliability and efficiency.
• Establish best practices for software development, deployment, and DevOps methodologies.
• Ensure data security, compliance, and system integrity in line with industry standards.
• Collaborate with product, marketing, and sales teams to align technology initiatives with market needs.
• Stay ahead of emerging technologies and industry trends to maintain a competitive edge.
• Attract, develop, and retain top technology talent, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
• Manage technology budgets and optimize resources to maximize efficiency and ROI.

Skills

Agile leadership

DevOps

Cloud platforms

Azure

Software architecture

Microservices

APIs

Cybersecurity

Data privacy

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in CS/Engineering

Tools

Azure cloud

CI/CD tooling

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to lead our technology strategy and development efforts in a fast-growing SaaS company. The CTO will drive innovation, oversee product engineering, and ensure the scalability, security, and performance of our software solutions. This role requires a deep technical background, leadership skills, and the ability to align technology with business goals.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive technology strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Lead the engineering, product development, and IT teams to build and maintain scalable, secure, and high-performance SaaS solutions.
• Oversee software architecture and infrastructure, ensuring reliability and efficiency.
• Establish best practices for software development, deployment, and DevOps methodologies.
• Ensure data security, compliance, and system integrity in line with industry standards.
• Collaborate with product, marketing, and sales teams to align technology initiatives with market needs.
• Stay ahead of emerging technologies and industry trends to maintain a competitive edge.
• Attract, develop, and retain top technology talent, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
• Manage technology budgets and optimize resources to maximize efficiency and ROI.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in software engineering and technology leadership, with at least 5 years in a CTO or senior technical leadership role within a SaaS company.
• Proven track record of scaling SaaS platforms, implementing cloud-based solutions (Azure), and leading Agile development teams.
• Expertise in software architecture, microservices, APIs, and modern development frameworks.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity, data privacy, and compliance regulations (e.g., GDPR, SOC 2).
• Hands-on experience with DevOps, CI/CD, and cloud infrastructure management.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and strategic thinking abilities.
• Experience working in a high-growth, fast-paced environment, balancing innovation with execution.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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