Hands-on CTO - AI & Robotics Platform Builder

USA Tech Recruit; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

USA Tech Recruit is seeking a CTO for an early-stage software company building AI and robotics tools. The role is hands-on with leadership responsibility to guide technical strategy, architecture, and product development while hiring and shaping the engineering organization.

You'll balance big-picture decisions with occasional deep dives into code, working closely with founders and customers to ensure the platform scales from prototypes to production-grade systems.

Responsibilities

• Shape the platform's architecture and turn early-stage prototypes into dependable, production-ready systems
• Grow and lead the engineering function, covering everything from core infrastructure to applied research integration
• Set the standards the team works to - quality, testing, security, uptime
• Decide what to build versus what to buy, and turn customer and research input into a coherent roadmap
• Take ownership of data handling, security, and the operational maturity needed to serve larger customers
• Act as the technical face of the company for customers, partners, and investors

Job description

USA Tech Recruit is seeking a CTO for an early-stage software company building AI and robotics tools. The role is hands-on with leadership responsibility to guide technical strategy, architecture, and product development while hiring and shaping the engineering organization.

You'll balance big-picture decisions with occasional deep dives into code, working closely with founders and customers to ensure the platform scales from prototypes to production-grade systems.