CTO, General Ops & Growth Leader – Tallahassee

Filetwigbay; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 190,000 - 419,000; Full time

Job summary

KFC is seeking a Chief Technology Officer in Tallahassee, FL. This executive will own Empathy from week one, turn vague mandates into measurable work, and drive results with a trusted team. The role demands deep leadership and the ability to chart a clear path through ambiguity.

The position offers a substantial salary range and mentorship, with fast-track opportunities into senior general roles. Expect a culture that values initiative, decision quality, and results in a Tallahassee market

Qualifications

• 16 years of leadership experience in high-stakes environments.
• Ability to steer conversations toward decisions and outcomes.
• A proactive approach to surfacing risks before they become issues.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Turn vague mandates into measurable work for the team.
• Read signals and reprioritize tasks without being asked.
• Handle confidential information with discretion and sound judgment.
• Maintain steady presence in Tallahassee, FL post-launch.
• Own a core portion of the organization's general mission end-to-end.
• Manage day-to-day activities across the Tallahassee operation.
• Improve every system you touch to be better than before.

Skills

Decision making

Risk assessment

Prioritization

US work authorization

Job description

KFC is seeking a Chief Technology Officer in Tallahassee, FL. This executive will own Empathy from week one, turn vague mandates into measurable work, and drive results with a trusted team. The role demands deep leadership and the ability to chart a clear path through ambiguity.

The position offers a substantial salary range and mentorship, with fast-track opportunities into senior general roles. Expect a culture that values initiative, decision quality, and results in a Tallahassee market