Chief Technology Officer

We are seeking a visionary Chief Technology Officer to define, lead, and execute a strategic plan for our next phase of data, technology, and product transformation. The ideal candidate will have deep technical expertise with the latest technologies along with a proven track record of transforming organizations for growth opportunities and building exceptional client-facing products, tools, and experiences to grow market share. The ideal candidate should also have experience with developing data monetization strategies in organizations with disparate data sources as well as experience with organizational optimization. A strong foundation in IT security and data privacy practices, requirements, and tools is also important.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership: In partnership with the Company?s functional leaders, develop and implement a comprehensive data and technology strategy aligned with the company's short and long-term business objectives.

Innovation: Lead the adoption of new technologies to improve systems and products, including AI, machine learning, and big data analytics. Innovate and experiment with emerging technologies to create new revenue streams, improve customer experience, and ensure the organization remains competitive. Implement and scale data-driven insights into decision-making processes, overseeing the creation and implementation of innovative tools and platforms to improve user engagement and experience.

Collaboration: Work closely with other functional leaders to integrate data and technology initiatives into overall business strategies.

Operations: Direct the management and optimization of the organization?s technology infrastructure, ensuring high availability, scalability, and security.

Data: Oversee the collection, storage, management, optimization, and protection of data across the organization.

Security/Governance: Ensure data quality, robust IT security posture, and compliance with relevant data and privacy regulations.

Team Leadership: Lead and manage cross-functional teams across engineering, data science, analytics, product development, and technology, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and excellence.

Education/Certification Requirements

· Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, data science, or a related field; master's degree preferred.

Experience Required or Preferred

· Minimum of 15 years related work experience

· Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience

Specialized Knowledge Required or Preferred

· Proven track record driving adoption of new technologies, including AI and data systems, with measurable business outcomes.

· Demonstrated track record of defining and successfully executing a company?s overall technology strategy

· Proven track record of successfully developing and launching products at scale

· Experience with large complex data models used to draw business insights that were successfully implemented in products or customer experiences

· Significant experience leading organizations with a track record of resiliency, reliability, and a mature IT security posture

· Experience managing multiple programs and large project portfolios, setting priorities, and delivering high-quality results.

· Strategic thinker with strong organizational problem-solving skills, capable of driving large-scale, cross-functional change programs and transformation initiatives.

· Thought leader in data and digital evolution, with experience developing and leading organization-wide data strategies