Remote CTO: Lead Scalable, Secure Platforms for Impact

Figure; United States; Remote; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Figure is seeking a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to lead technology strategy and hands-on development for a remote, full-time role. You will define the long-term technology vision, align IT with business goals, and ensure scalable, secure platforms that power community and event experiences.

You will oversee software delivery, guide architecture, mentor engineers, manage roadmaps, and collaborate with product and operations.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering user-focused digital products and platforms.
• Expertise in IT strategy and scalable architecture.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and projects.
• Strong knowledge of modern web/mobile technologies, cloud infrastructure and security.
• Experience building distributed engineering teams in a remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the company’s technology roadmap.
• Oversee software development and architectural decisions.
• Mentor engineers and lead cross-functional teams.
• Collaborate with product and operations to enhance digital experiences.
• Ensure data protection, reliability, and performance.

Skills

Software Development

Product Development

IT Strategy & Architecture

Project Management

Cloud & Security Best Practices

Education

Bachelor's or higher in CS/Engineering

Job description

Figure is seeking a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to lead technology strategy and hands-on development for a remote, full-time role. You will define the long-term technology vision, align IT with business goals, and ensure scalable, secure platforms that power community and event experiences.

You will oversee software delivery, guide architecture, mentor engineers, manage roadmaps, and collaborate with product and operations.